Senior Laboratory Technician

Senior Technician - Analytical Science 12 Month Contract Based in Reading * Our Client are customer focused, science led and results driven. * Our Clients’ Food Sciences laboratory performs a wide range of analytical analyses for a variety of food, pharmaceutical and healthcare companies and supports the Company’s research and innovation. * The role at Senior Technician is to be responsible for performing a range of routine analyses ensuring that projects are completed effectively and meet the customer’s contractual agreements. * Schedule and perform chemical analysis and report work in accordance with the quality standards. * This role focuses on the analysis of products using techniques such as HPLC and IC and may also include training in GC, GC-MS, GC-FID, LC-MS and Wet Chemistry methods. * The position will be primarily based at the Reading location although may require attendance of any of the Clients’ sites. Primary Accountabilities / Responsibilities: Technical * Provide high quality customer service at all times by ensuring effective organisation of assigned workload, integrity of analytical data generated and timely/accurate provision of results. * Perform a range of routine analysis using (enter name of techniques) under supervision of a senior member of staff. * To perform analytical work following validation protocols. * Operate basic lab equipment as directed. * Be proficient in the use of generic software packages including Laboratory’s LIMS system, ELN and Q-Pulse and a range of specific software packages required for the role such as OpenLab, Chromeleon, Chemstation, MassHunter and MassLynx. * Provide training in routine activities and methods. * Perform Lab admin and housekeeping duties as directed. * Will be expected to cross train and work in different laboratories if the demand is required. QEHS * Work to the highest standards of safety and quality by ensuring that appropriate COSHHs, risk assessments and SOPs are understood and followed. * To complete assigned quality actions in a timely manner * Assist with the documentation of SOPs for simple equipment and tests and generation of Risk Assessments and COSHH * To maintain a clean, tidy and safe working environment. * To understand and work to the requirements of GMP and UKAS. * Ensure training records are accurate. Knowledge: * Educated to Degree / HNC level in a relevant scientific discipline or equivalent relevant experience in a laboratory. * Good understanding of basic lab equipment Experience: * Scientific understanding and ability to conduct chemical analysis in relevant area under supervision * Experience of working in a regulated environment