SI Group
Analytical Chemist
Job Location
Job Description
Location: Initially Manchester, relocating to Wolverhampton in 2025
We are seeking an experienced Analytical Chemist to join our Research and Development team. This role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, contributing to the development of cutting-edge materials and technologies.
Key Responsibilities
Design and conduct chromatography analyses using HPLC, UHPLC, GPC, and GC, including mass spectrometry detection.
Develop and document new analytical methods to support various projects.
Perform routine and non-routine analyses of a wide variety of sample types.
Maintain and troubleshoot analytical instruments, performing urgent repairs when necessary.
Utilize titration techniques and associated software.
Solve complex problems with initiative, independent thinking, and scientific insight.
Collaborate with colleagues to ensure clarity and optimal support for analytical work.
Share knowledge and expertise to foster a collaborative environment.
Organize and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Promote a proactive attitude towards maintaining a safe working environment.
Additional Responsibilities
Conduct CoA testing of new suppliers’ raw materials.
Support R&D, applications, process development, manufacturing, regulatory, and sales through timely acquisition and reporting of analytical results.
Provide analytical support for non-dusting blend (NDB) full-scale remote toll manufacturing and local pilot plant.
Generate product specifications and develop analytical methods as needed.
Backup QC testing for CoA in case of equipment failure at contract labs.
Participate in round-robin analytical studies to ensure consistency and competency across NDB QC labs.
Maintain and ensure accuracy of NDB analytical instrumentation (HPLC, GC & ICPOES).
Document and review standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Ensure compliance with SI Group’s Quality policy, safety regulations, and ISO 9000 programs.
Desirable Skills
Experience with statistical analysis software.
Previous QC lab experience.
Strong IT skills, including MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Teams, SharePoint).
Knowledge of synthetic organic chemistry and polymer chemistry.
Excellent data handling and reporting skills.
Proactive problem-solving and independent thinking.
Essential Skills
- in Chemistry (Analytical Chemistry preferred).
- years of experience as an analytical scientist in materials or a related industry.
- experience in chromatography with various detection types, including mass spectrometry.
- knowledge of spectroscopy and wet chemistry.
- in spoken and written English.
Location: Wolverhampton, GB
Posted Date: 10/29/2024
Contact Information
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