Scientist

Scientist

Melbourn

Are you an experienced laboratory scientist ready to take the next step in your career?

Intertek is looking for a Scientist to join our growing laboratories in Melbourn, Cambridgeshire. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with industry experience who is ready to take greater ownership of analytical work.

Working within an experienced team, you'll perform laboratory testing, interpret data and contribute to investigations, method activities and client projects across the pharmaceutical and chemical industries.

If you're confident in the laboratory, committed to quality and ready to continue developing your scientific career, we'd love to hear from you.

ABOUT YOU

We're looking for someone with practical experience who can work accurately and apply scientific judgement and contribute positively within a collaborative team.

Required skills and experience:

• A degree (BSc or MSc) in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biochemistry, Biology or another relevant scientific discipline
• Industry experience within an analytical or scientific laboratory
• Hands-on experience of relevant analytical techniques
• Experience of GMP, GLP or equivalent quality standards in a regulated environment
• The ability to interpret data and communicate scientific findings clearly
• A methodical approach with excellent attention to detail and a commitment to data integrity
• The ability to plan and manage multiple priorities effectively
• Confidence working independently and collaborating with project teams
• Excellent communication and IT skills, including Microsoft Office

Experience of method development, validation or transfer, laboratory investigations or laboratory data systems would be advantageous.

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

As a Scientist, you'll take responsibility for preparing and analysing samples using a range of analytical techniques.

You'll deliver accurate results, interpret scientific data and contribute to investigations and technical problem-solving, ensuring work is completed safely and in line with quality requirements.

You'll broaden your technical expertise, contribute to varied client projects and progress your career within one of the world's leading testing, inspection and certification companies.

Key activities:

• Preparing and analysing samples using relevant analytical techniques
• Following validated methods, SOPs and data integrity requirements
• Recording, interpreting, reviewing and reporting analytical data
• Contributing to investigations, troubleshooting and technical problem-solving
• Supporting method development, validation and transfer activities
• Maintaining equipment and a safe, organised and compliant laboratory
• Working with project teams to deliver high-quality results on time
• Sharing technical knowledge and supporting less-experienced colleagues

WHAT WE OFFER

Join Intertek and become part of our global network of inspiring and entrepreneurial colleagues.  We are a global family that values diversity and we thrive working together with precision, pace, and passion.  We are working to make the world Ever Better, ensuring the quality, safety and sustainability of products and services used by millions of people around the world.

• Competitive salary/benefits 

• Development and career opportunities around the Globe 

• Working in a highly motivated team and dynamic working environment

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate against applicants, and all qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. 

We are committed to fair and equitable pay and are proud to be a Real Living Wage employer, ensuring our colleagues are compensated in line with independently assessed living standards. We are also committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and employment to support candidates and employees with disabilities or special needs. 

Intertek operates a preferred supplier arrangement, and we do not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies..