Our client, a specialist scientific consultancy, is looking for a Senior Analyst to join their team due to their continued expansion. This will be a hands-on role within the labs, using mass spectrometry techniques to perform specialist analysis work as directed by their customers. The ideal candidate will have a background that includes either: - A strong scientific academic background, ideally in Chemistry or similar at degree or A level standard along with ideally 2 years+ in a similar lab-based role OR A higher-level academic background Master s degree with 18 months lab experience or fresh PhD in a relevant analytical field Along with: - An understanding of chromatographic analysis techniques GC/MS and / or LC/MS techniques are key to the role but any experience of FTIR, TGA, UV-VIS or GPC would be useful (and you will receive training on any areas you aren t familiar with) Experience working in a regulated / structured lab environment GMP, GLP, ISO17025 would be useful This is an important role within the lab to perform extractables and leachables based testing to fulfil their customer requirements. Ongoing training will be provided and such is their large-scale lab setup, career advancement opportunities are excellent. Send your CV for a confidential chat. To apply, please submit your CV by clicking on the relevant links. If successful you will be contacted by one of our consultants within 3 working days. Unfortunately, due to the volume of applications we expect to receive for this Senior Analyst Chemistry role, if you do not hear from us within this time you should presume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Grassroots Recruitment is acting as a recruitment agency and a recruitment business in respect of this Senior Analyst Chemistry vacancy. Grassroots Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and recruiter. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of age, race, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, religion or disability.
May 15, 2026
Full time
Our client, a specialist scientific consultancy, is looking for a Senior Analyst to join their team due to their continued expansion. This will be a hands-on role within the labs, using mass spectrometry techniques to perform specialist analysis work as directed by their customers. The ideal candidate will have a background that includes either: - A strong scientific academic background, ideally in Chemistry or similar at degree or A level standard along with ideally 2 years+ in a similar lab-based role OR A higher-level academic background Master s degree with 18 months lab experience or fresh PhD in a relevant analytical field Along with: - An understanding of chromatographic analysis techniques GC/MS and / or LC/MS techniques are key to the role but any experience of FTIR, TGA, UV-VIS or GPC would be useful (and you will receive training on any areas you aren t familiar with) Experience working in a regulated / structured lab environment GMP, GLP, ISO17025 would be useful This is an important role within the lab to perform extractables and leachables based testing to fulfil their customer requirements. Ongoing training will be provided and such is their large-scale lab setup, career advancement opportunities are excellent. Send your CV for a confidential chat. To apply, please submit your CV by clicking on the relevant links. If successful you will be contacted by one of our consultants within 3 working days. Unfortunately, due to the volume of applications we expect to receive for this Senior Analyst Chemistry role, if you do not hear from us within this time you should presume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Grassroots Recruitment is acting as a recruitment agency and a recruitment business in respect of this Senior Analyst Chemistry vacancy. Grassroots Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and recruiter. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of age, race, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, religion or disability.
Our OEM Client based in Coventry, is searching for a Laboratory Technician to join their team, Inside IR35. This is a contract position with a proposed end date of 31st March 2027. Umbrella Pay Rate: £21.75 per hour. Duties: Laboratory Technical Analysis work is focused on chemical analyses in support of scientific research or quality testing including: Role involves preparing samples such as instrument calibration samples and test samples from battery cell components, through the use of fume hoods, glovebox, calibrated pipettes, balances, microwave digester. You will also be operating the GC-MS and ICP, so previous experience in these is important. You will be supporting materials engineers to maintain a safe and productive workflow of analytical samples through the laboratory and therefore be familiar with safety documentation such as COSHH and risk assessments, ensuring you follow all procedures, as well as other safety instructions. You will use workflow and instrument software, be able to create and maintain accurate records of analysis and write some basic reports if needed, using PowerPoint and Excel. This is a very interesting field, and training could be provided to the right candidate to use other equipment such as XPS, ICP-OES, TGA, DSC, XRD From time to time, involve performing teardowns of battery cells using mechanical tools. You must also conduct yourself in accordance with our business values of Customer Love, Unity, Integrity, Growth, and Impact at all times, with a strong focus on Safety, Quality, and Delivery. Essential Skills, Knowledge and Experience Required: Use of Chemistry instrumentation such as GCMS or related equipment. Use of wet-chemistry techniques Ideally use of XPS, ICP, TGA, Gloveboxes. A healthy respect for working with Hazardous materials is a must, without complacency. Education Desired: Level 4 qualification in Chemistry such as a HND is advantageous.
May 14, 2026
Contractor
Our OEM Client based in Coventry, is searching for a Laboratory Technician to join their team, Inside IR35. This is a contract position with a proposed end date of 31st March 2027. Umbrella Pay Rate: £21.75 per hour. Duties: Laboratory Technical Analysis work is focused on chemical analyses in support of scientific research or quality testing including: Role involves preparing samples such as instrument calibration samples and test samples from battery cell components, through the use of fume hoods, glovebox, calibrated pipettes, balances, microwave digester. You will also be operating the GC-MS and ICP, so previous experience in these is important. You will be supporting materials engineers to maintain a safe and productive workflow of analytical samples through the laboratory and therefore be familiar with safety documentation such as COSHH and risk assessments, ensuring you follow all procedures, as well as other safety instructions. You will use workflow and instrument software, be able to create and maintain accurate records of analysis and write some basic reports if needed, using PowerPoint and Excel. This is a very interesting field, and training could be provided to the right candidate to use other equipment such as XPS, ICP-OES, TGA, DSC, XRD From time to time, involve performing teardowns of battery cells using mechanical tools. You must also conduct yourself in accordance with our business values of Customer Love, Unity, Integrity, Growth, and Impact at all times, with a strong focus on Safety, Quality, and Delivery. Essential Skills, Knowledge and Experience Required: Use of Chemistry instrumentation such as GCMS or related equipment. Use of wet-chemistry techniques Ideally use of XPS, ICP, TGA, Gloveboxes. A healthy respect for working with Hazardous materials is a must, without complacency. Education Desired: Level 4 qualification in Chemistry such as a HND is advantageous.
Laboratory Analyst - (phone number removed) - £21.95/hr - Umbrella rate Division: PT Build and Test Location: Browns Lane, Coventry We are currently recruiting for a Laboratory Analyst to join a leading automotive engineering and testing environment based at Browns Lane, Coventry. This is an excellent opportunity to work within an advanced laboratory setting supporting scientific research and quality testing activities focused around battery cell technology and materials analysis. Position Description The Laboratory Analyst role will involve chemical analysis work in support of scientific research and quality testing activities. Key responsibilities will include: Preparing instrument calibration samples and analytical test samples from battery cell components Working with laboratory equipment including fume hoods, gloveboxes, calibrated pipettes, balances and microwave digesters Operating GC-MS and ICP equipment, therefore previous experience with these systems is essential Supporting Materials Engineers to maintain a safe and productive analytical workflow within the laboratory Following COSHH, risk assessments and all laboratory safety procedures and documentation Using workflow and instrument software systems Creating and maintaining accurate analysis records and producing basic reports using Excel and PowerPoint Supporting additional laboratory activities and training on equipment such as XPS, ICP-OES, TGA, DSC and XRD Carrying out battery cell teardowns using mechanical tools when required Working in line with company values focused around Safety, Quality and Delivery Please note this is a fully onsite, practical Technician role and is not suited to hybrid or remote working. Essential Skills, Knowledge and Experience Experience using Chemistry instrumentation such as GCMS or related analytical equipment Experience with wet-chemistry techniques Ideally experience using XPS, ICP, TGA and Gloveboxes Strong awareness and respect for working safely with hazardous materials Ability to follow laboratory procedures and safety documentation accurately Education Level 4 qualification in Chemistry such as HND is advantageous Additional Information THIS POSITION IS CONFIRMED INSIDE IR35 Start times available: 07:00, 07:30 or 08:00 Sponsorship opportunities are not available Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency. In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.
May 14, 2026
Contractor
Laboratory Analyst - (phone number removed) - £21.95/hr - Umbrella rate Division: PT Build and Test Location: Browns Lane, Coventry We are currently recruiting for a Laboratory Analyst to join a leading automotive engineering and testing environment based at Browns Lane, Coventry. This is an excellent opportunity to work within an advanced laboratory setting supporting scientific research and quality testing activities focused around battery cell technology and materials analysis. Position Description The Laboratory Analyst role will involve chemical analysis work in support of scientific research and quality testing activities. Key responsibilities will include: Preparing instrument calibration samples and analytical test samples from battery cell components Working with laboratory equipment including fume hoods, gloveboxes, calibrated pipettes, balances and microwave digesters Operating GC-MS and ICP equipment, therefore previous experience with these systems is essential Supporting Materials Engineers to maintain a safe and productive analytical workflow within the laboratory Following COSHH, risk assessments and all laboratory safety procedures and documentation Using workflow and instrument software systems Creating and maintaining accurate analysis records and producing basic reports using Excel and PowerPoint Supporting additional laboratory activities and training on equipment such as XPS, ICP-OES, TGA, DSC and XRD Carrying out battery cell teardowns using mechanical tools when required Working in line with company values focused around Safety, Quality and Delivery Please note this is a fully onsite, practical Technician role and is not suited to hybrid or remote working. Essential Skills, Knowledge and Experience Experience using Chemistry instrumentation such as GCMS or related analytical equipment Experience with wet-chemistry techniques Ideally experience using XPS, ICP, TGA and Gloveboxes Strong awareness and respect for working safely with hazardous materials Ability to follow laboratory procedures and safety documentation accurately Education Level 4 qualification in Chemistry such as HND is advantageous Additional Information THIS POSITION IS CONFIRMED INSIDE IR35 Start times available: 07:00, 07:30 or 08:00 Sponsorship opportunities are not available Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency. In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.
A leading Life Sciences company based in Oxford is seeking a Lab Assistant for a 6-month fixed-term contract. The role requires strong analytical chemistry skills and offers responsibilities such as sample preparation, technical support in the lab, and maintenance of lab systems. Candidates should have GCMS experience and a relevant degree. Benefits include 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays and enhanced pension. The position is full-time and onsite at the laboratory.
May 12, 2026
Full time
A leading Life Sciences company based in Oxford is seeking a Lab Assistant for a 6-month fixed-term contract. The role requires strong analytical chemistry skills and offers responsibilities such as sample preparation, technical support in the lab, and maintenance of lab systems. Candidates should have GCMS experience and a relevant degree. Benefits include 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays and enhanced pension. The position is full-time and onsite at the laboratory.
Lab Assistant, Chemistry, COR7530 A leading Life Sciences company based on the Oxford Science Park requires a Lab Assistant with a background in Chemistry - and ideally GCMS experience - to carry out a variety of lab-based tasks. Offered initially as a 6-month fixed-term contract, the Lab Assistant will be required to work 5 days per week onsite in the laboratory. The Role Working within a state-of-the-art facility as part of a friendly team, the Lab Assistant will support research and development through sample preparation, analysis, and the maintenance of laboratory systems in line with quality and safety standards. The role focuses strongly on analytical chemistry, particularly GCMS, alongside routine laboratory work. This position is ideal for a candidate with solid analytical chemistry and laboratory experience, who is looking for a varied role combining hands on analysis and broader laboratory support. 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays Enhanced pension Excellent training & progression Requirements A candidate with solid analytical chemistry experience (BSc with lab experience, or a postgraduate qualification) Good laboratory skills - gained either commercially or through academia - with GCMS experience preferred Experience with sample preparation and analysis Experience operating, calibrating and maintaining laboratory equipment
May 12, 2026
Full time
Lab Assistant, Chemistry, COR7530 A leading Life Sciences company based on the Oxford Science Park requires a Lab Assistant with a background in Chemistry - and ideally GCMS experience - to carry out a variety of lab-based tasks. Offered initially as a 6-month fixed-term contract, the Lab Assistant will be required to work 5 days per week onsite in the laboratory. The Role Working within a state-of-the-art facility as part of a friendly team, the Lab Assistant will support research and development through sample preparation, analysis, and the maintenance of laboratory systems in line with quality and safety standards. The role focuses strongly on analytical chemistry, particularly GCMS, alongside routine laboratory work. This position is ideal for a candidate with solid analytical chemistry and laboratory experience, who is looking for a varied role combining hands on analysis and broader laboratory support. 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays Enhanced pension Excellent training & progression Requirements A candidate with solid analytical chemistry experience (BSc with lab experience, or a postgraduate qualification) Good laboratory skills - gained either commercially or through academia - with GCMS experience preferred Experience with sample preparation and analysis Experience operating, calibrating and maintaining laboratory equipment
ROLE OVERVIEW We are currently looking for a GC / GC-MS Technical Specialist to join a leading analytical company based in the North West or South East GB area. As the GC / GC-MS Technical Specialist, you will be responsible for delivering exceptional technical expertise and support to both the sales team and customers. KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Your duties as the GC / GC-MS Technical Specialist will be varied however the key duties and responsibilities are as follows: 1. Provide technical expertise during pre-sales activities, including conducting technical discussions, assessing customer needs, and recommending tailored solutions. 2. Plan and execute product demonstrations, analyse customer samples, and generate proof data to support sales efforts. 3. Deliver comprehensive training, method development support, and troubleshooting advice to ensure customer success with GC and GC-MS products. 4. Develop new application notes, technical materials, and relevant content to support product portfolio growth and expand into new markets. ROLE REQUIREMENTS: To be successful in your application to this exciting role as the GC / GC-MS Technical Specialist we are looking to identify the following on your profile and past history: 1. Relevant degree in a scientific discipline such as chemistry, analytical chemistry, or environmental chemistry. 2. Proven industry experience with GC, GC-MS, and related technologies. 3. A working knowledge and practical experience with mass spectrometry software systems. Key Words: GC / GC-MS / chromatography / mass spectrometry / analytical chemistry / technical specialist / product demonstrations / customer training / application development / scientific instrumentation / technical support Hyper Recruitment Solutions Ltd (HRS) is an Equal Opportunities employer. We welcome applications from anyone who meets the role requirements. HRS exclusively supports the STEM sectors, combining recruitment expertise with scientific knowledge to help you advance your career.
Sep 23, 2025
Full time
ROLE OVERVIEW We are currently looking for a GC / GC-MS Technical Specialist to join a leading analytical company based in the North West or South East GB area. As the GC / GC-MS Technical Specialist, you will be responsible for delivering exceptional technical expertise and support to both the sales team and customers. KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Your duties as the GC / GC-MS Technical Specialist will be varied however the key duties and responsibilities are as follows: 1. Provide technical expertise during pre-sales activities, including conducting technical discussions, assessing customer needs, and recommending tailored solutions. 2. Plan and execute product demonstrations, analyse customer samples, and generate proof data to support sales efforts. 3. Deliver comprehensive training, method development support, and troubleshooting advice to ensure customer success with GC and GC-MS products. 4. Develop new application notes, technical materials, and relevant content to support product portfolio growth and expand into new markets. ROLE REQUIREMENTS: To be successful in your application to this exciting role as the GC / GC-MS Technical Specialist we are looking to identify the following on your profile and past history: 1. Relevant degree in a scientific discipline such as chemistry, analytical chemistry, or environmental chemistry. 2. Proven industry experience with GC, GC-MS, and related technologies. 3. A working knowledge and practical experience with mass spectrometry software systems. Key Words: GC / GC-MS / chromatography / mass spectrometry / analytical chemistry / technical specialist / product demonstrations / customer training / application development / scientific instrumentation / technical support Hyper Recruitment Solutions Ltd (HRS) is an Equal Opportunities employer. We welcome applications from anyone who meets the role requirements. HRS exclusively supports the STEM sectors, combining recruitment expertise with scientific knowledge to help you advance your career.
