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GC-MS Senior ScientistCampden BRI carry out investigatory chemistry for our clients testing food & drink. You will provide key technical support and insight to the business and external stakeholders.This will involve:Scoping and developing client specific analytical projectsMethod development and improvement of existing methodsMaintenance of analytical instrumentationTechnical requirements scoping for capital expenditureTechnical training of employees and clientsClient liaison for technical enquiriesCommercial awareness in timely service/project deliveryDriving operational efficiency and safe working compliance with business systemsPositionCarrying out and supervising all aspects of the analytical and consultancy work within the flavour & taint groupInstrument maintenanceProviding internal training and external presentations to Member Interest Groups (MIGs) and industryInternal auditing, technical method reviews and technical input to NCW’sReviewing emerging industry issues and technologiesRequirementsDegree and proven relevant experience in chemical and analytical sciences post-graduation, with clear expertise in GC-MS / TOF-GC-MSPrevious experience of flavour and taint would be beneficialIn depth knowledge on maintenance and troubleshooting for GC-MS & TOF-GC-MSAble to produce detailed interpretive scientific reports / witness statements unsupervisedKnowledge and exposure of method validation to meet ISO17025 requirementsBroad knowledge of the analytical requirements for the food and beverage industry, to include organic and inorganic analysis of contaminants, nutrients, functional components and allergens.Proven effectiveness in managing timely and cost-effective delivery of technical services/research outputs.Experienced in the requirements of ISO 17025 standards.Well-developed communication skills, both verbal and written, upwards, downwards, and outwardsSkilled at training and mentoring junior staffBenefitsReward platform with employee discounts and rewards25 days holiday + 8 bank holidaysBuy and sell holiday schemeA generous work save pension scheme, with employee contributions matched by the company up to 10%Culture focus around work/life balance (early finish Fridays)Subsidised onsite restaurantPlease note due to our rural location in Gloucestershire and no public transport links, you must have your own transport.Click 'apply now' or send yoru CV to .