Lab Analyst- Mineralogy

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Written By Andrew Bonnar
 
 

  • Location: Penicuik, Midlothian

  • Job Type: Permanent

SRG are excited to be partnered with a global organisation who are at the forefront of health and environmental research to help them find an Analyst to join their busy lab team.

They are looking for someone with a background in mineralogy and testing of soil and/or asbestos and has used techniques like gravimetric analysis, FTIR and XRD among others.

The successful candidate will receive an excellent benefits package as well as a chance to further develop their technical skills.


The Role:

  • Carrying out analysis of soil and mineral samples

  • Asbestos testing- training can be provided

  • Reporting analytical results and cross checks as required and in line with lab operating procedures

  • Completing routine laboratory support functions as part of the wider team including general housekeeping, apparatus cleaning and maintenance

  • Troubleshooting and problem solving where required

  • Method validation

  • Following the company quality system requirements including compliance with ISO 17025 (UKAS Accredited)

  • Checking and authorising reports written by Laboratory Analysts

Requirements:

  • Relevant scientific degree or equivalent hands on experience in a similar field

  • Experience of testing such as FTIR, XRD, gravimetric analysis and asbestos testing

  • Background in mineralogy

  • Excellent organisational and communication skills

  • Experience of working efficiently and accurately in a fast-paced environment

  • Experience of a range of ICT including Microsoft Office and databases

  • Punctual, reliable and aims for high standards in their work

  • Works well as part of a small team

Company benefits:

  • Flexible working

  • 35 days annual leave including public holidays

  • NFP organisation

  • Group personal pension

  • Income Protection

  • Death in Service

  • Access to flexible benefits & rewards platform

  • Employee Assistance Programme including wellbeing hub and access to a 24hr helpline and counselling service

  • On-site parking

  • A chance to work for an organisation whose aim is to make people's lives, and the environment in which we work, better

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Andrew Bonnar
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