Analytical Chemist

Location: Southampton, SO16 7NSSalary: Up to GBP36,250 per annumContract: Full time, PermanentBenefits: 25 days annual leave, buy and sell holiday scheme, limited flexi time, employee referral scheme, pension contribution, free parking, contribution towards eye test, electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme, employee assistant programme, cycle to work scheme.

A career with DEKRA Process Safety is never dull and offers unlimited opportunities for people with the desire to succeed who want to work with a forward thinking, customer-focused company.

For over thirty years we have provided specialist services for the identification, analysis, prevention and management of fires, explosions and accidental chemical releases in the chemical and process industry.

Within the UK the company has fully equipped ISO & GLP compliant laboratory facilities on the outskirts of Southampton, in the beautiful setting of Southampton Science Park, and we are looking for an individual with the right calibre to join our friendly team.

Analytical Chemist - About the role:

Working within the Regulatory Test Laboratory you will undertake Physical Properties & Physical Hazards testing for REACH, CLP, Transportation & other Regulatory purposes. Testing a wide variety of chemicals, on short term studies, you'll have excellent organisation skills and a passion to deliver 1st class results for our customers on time.

In addition to this as our Analytical Chemist you will be responsible for the following GLP specific tasks:

Authorship and revision of test SOP's.To plan and undertake test system checks and calibrations.To conduct tests, analyse results and maintain equipment.Training of staff in test procedures.Maintain equipment records. (test systems and calibration)Maintain own training record.Maintain & update test standards for Regulatory Testing Laboratory.Backing-up and archiving of raw experimental study data. In addition to this your general responsibilities will include:

Ensuring the laboratory is maintained in a clean and safe condition.Undertaking testing in the Regulatory Testing Laboratory.When required conduct tests located in, or associated with, other laboratories on site.Ordering consumable items and chemicals for use in study experiments.Create, update & validate worksheets and spreadsheets.Assist in developing new tests.Assist in the purchase of new laboratory equipment.Liaise with customers to co-ordinate projects and relay results and interpretation. Provide technical input to reports.Ensure that you are aware of your responsibilities to uphold and enforce good health and safety practice at DEKRA as defined for Employees, Team Leaders, and Department Managers. In order to be successful in this role you must have:

Science (preferably Chemistry) related degree qualification.Excellent organisational and administrative skills.Understanding of laboratory methodologies and practices, quantities and reactions of mixing chemicals and hazardous materials.Able to perform mathematical and scientific calculations.Ability to identify work priorities and efficiently manage own workload.Understanding of COSHH, Health and Safety legislation, policies and procedures.Experience of dealing with laboratory equipment, e.g. Electrical equipment, fume cupboards, pressure vessels, etc. You must also be able to demonstrate the following attributes:

To provide professional and effective services internal/external.To communicate courteously with internal and / or external customers.To speak positively and enthusiastically about the company and its products.To work as part of a team to achieve the departmental standards.To work together with other departments within DEKRA to identify any process improvements and improve safety, standards, efficiency, and profitability. If you feel you have the necessary skills and experience to be successful in this role click on "APPLY" today!

No agencies please.