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Analytical Chemist


Company : SRG


Location : guildford, south east england


Created : 2025-07-23


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Analytical Chemist for a leading analytical and testing service company, based in Derbyshire. Requiring a degree in Chemistry, Forensic Science, Natural Sciences or similar; as well as industrial laboratory experience using chromatographic techniques.Title: Analytical ChemistLocation: Derby, DerbyshireSalary: £26,000 - £30,000 per annum (dependent on experience)Term: PermanentSRG are currently working with an industry leading analytical and testing service company, who are currently seeking an Analytical Chemist to join the lab team at their site in Derbyshire. This exciting Analytical Chemist opportunity would be well suited to an early career Analyst with in-depth knowledge of GC instrumentation looking to gain significant hands-on experience quickly.Benefits: Lots of potential to develop skills in GC-MS maintenance and troubleshooting in a supportive and inclusive environment. 6% matched pension, 33 days holiday with the option to buy up to an extra 5 and various rewards schemes; 39 working hours per week, 8:30am – 5:00pm (with flexibility).Role Description Analytical testing of a variety of environmental samples using GC-FID and GC-MS instrumentationCarrying out a range of extraction techniques for sample preparationConducting equipment calibrariobMaintenance and troubleshooting of GC-MS and GC-FID instrumentsInvestigating any OOS or OOT resultsUpdating SOPs, methods, and other documentation when necessary.RequirementsRecent graduate in Chemistry, Forensic Science, Natural Sciences or similarIndustrial experience using GC-FID or GC-MS techniques (this could be from a placement year or following University)Experience in an ISO accredited laboratory would be highly advantageousAn obvious passion for analytical chemistrySelf-motivated and proactive, with a willingness to develop skills furtherExcellent communication skills, able to communicate effectively with a multitude of departmentsAble to multi-task and change priorities quickly depending on business need. If you would like to apply for this position, please use the link provided. Alternatively, please email a copy of your CV to Amy.Hallworth@. For more information regarding this position or any others, please call Amy on 07979 020974. If you have a scientific background and this position is not relevant / suitable for you, please feel free to get in touch or visit to view our other vacancies. SRG is the UK’s number one recruitment company specialising in the scientific, engineering, clinical, pharmaceutical, food/FMCG, energy & renewables, biotech, chemical and medical device sectors.As scientists ourselves, our specialist sector knowledge and our passion are second to none. It’s this combination that makes us different. We’re committed to providing outstanding temporary, contract and permanent career opportunities of all levels for our candidates and a comprehensive range of expert strategic recruitment services for our clients.Keywords: Analytical Chemist, Laboratory Analyst, QC Analyst, Lab Analyst, Quality Control Analyst, GC, Gas Chromatography, GC-FID, GC-MS, Instrument Troubleshooting, Instrument Maintenance.