Analytical Chemist Opportunity - Environmental Fate Scientist Study Di

N D Oliver & Co Ltd; Brixham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job description

Analytical Chemist Opportunity - Environmental Fate Scientist Study Director

Devon, South West England

Competitive salary details on application

Full-Time permanent role, strong package, relocation assistance

A leading environmental services provider is seeking a skilled Environmental Fate Scientist, Study Director, to join their team in the South West of England.

This is a great opportunity to work on critical high impact environmental fate studies within a dynamic and collaborative environment.

This activity drives water and environmental ecotoxicology studies, for example measuring pharmaceuticals and their impact on the environment, which is a subject close to the hearts of many, and will mean you work in a role with a tangible impact on the world around you.

What Youll Do

The analytical chemistry activities of this role will see you using HPLC method development, LC-MS and GC-MS alongside wider analytical chemistry skills in chromatography, spectroscopy, and wider laboratory testing activities. As a Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) Study Director, you will lead and manage environmental fate studies, ensuring successful project delivery on time and within budget.

You will oversee all aspects of the study process from sample preparation to final reporting while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. The role also involves developing and maintaining strong relationships with clients and internal teams and contributing to the development of study plans, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and writing reports.

Key Responsibilities

1. Lead GLP studies (OECD guidelines, radiochemical, and matrix extraction techniques).
2. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to ensure project success.
3. Author and review study plans, SOPs, and final reports.
4. Work within a multi-disciplinary team to ensure the successful delivery of projects.
5. Contribute to career development and stay updated on emerging technologies.

Qualifications & Skills

1. BSc/MSc/PhD in Chemistry, Environmental Sciences, or related field.
2. Radiochemistry knowledge and experience.
3. GLP study direction experience.
4. Expertise in radiochemicals and OECD environmental fate studies will be advantageous to application (but not essential).
5. Proficiency with analytical techniques in chromatography, mass spectroscopy and spectrophotometry, (HPLC/LCMS/GCMS knowledge a plus).

Our Client Is Offering

1. Competitive salary with significant career development opportunities.
2. Collaborative and supportive team culture focused on individual growth.
3. Access to state-of-the-art laboratory facilities and equipment.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work on impactful, real-world projects in environmental science. If you have method development and analytical chemistry expertise and are ready for a new challenge this role could be the next step in your career and make a difference in the field of environmental science.

On this occasion, LiCa Scientific is acting as an employment agency.