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Inorganic Technical Specialist

VRS UK
Newmarket, Suffolk
11 months ago
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19 Jun 2025 (11 months ago)
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Inorganic Technical Specialist
Cambridgeshire, UK | Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits

Are you an experienced analytical chemist looking for a technically challenging and rewarding role within a well-established environmental testing laboratory?

We’re seeking an accomplished Chemist to join a high-performing Inorganics Department within a UKAS-accredited testing facility. This position offers the opportunity to take ownership of method development, support advanced analytical investigations, and play a key part in continuous improvement across quality and laboratory operations.

The Role

As in integral member of the team, your responsibilities will include:

  • Leading method validation and development projects in line with ISO 17025 accreditation

  • Supporting analytical troubleshooting and non-routine investigations

  • Assisting in internal audits and maintaining compliance with quality management systems

  • Driving business improvements to reduce rework, enhance data quality, and improve client service

  • Contributing to future lab planning including instrumentation, capacity, and workflow optimisation

  • Collaborating with commercial teams on technical matters to support client relationships

    To be considered you must have:

  • Degree (or equivalent) in Chemistry or a related scientific discipline

  • Minimum 5 years’ experience in an inorganic analytical chemistry role

  • Experience working within an ISO 17025 laboratory

  • Excellent organisational, communication, and problem-solving skills

    Why Apply?

  • Work in a supportive and technically advanced laboratory environment

  • Enjoy varied responsibilities across technical method development, compliance, and innovation

  • Join a team dedicated to improving environmental testing standards and delivering high-quality results for clients

    If you're a results-driven chemist with a passion for analytical science and quality, apply to VRS today!

    Key words: ICP-MS, ICPMS, mass spectrometry, environmental, Inorganic, laboratory, analysis, analytical, chemistry, soil, water, forensic, toxicology, Cambridgeshire, Cambridge, East Anglia, Southeast, Newmarket, VRS9021AW

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