Title: Chemist

Location: Witham

Hours of work: 06:00-13:00 & 13:00-20:00 alternating weeks

We are working with a client in the Witham area who are looking for a Chemist to join their growing team. This is an exciting role for someone who has a genuine interest in science. You will be responsible for carrying out duties to daily analytical requirements, whilst gaining knowledge and expertise in the science and research industry.

This is an amazing opportunity for someone who is looking for a career change who has a real love of the scientific industry.

Please note; You will need to be able to drive and be a car owner and live within a 10 mile radius of Witham or reside in the Witham area, as there is no public transport that will accommodate the shift pattern.

To be considered for this Chemist role, you will need the below skills and experience:

• Degree / A Level in Chemistry or related Science
• Skill to work to a satisfactory level of mathematical accuracy.
• Ability to prepare and analyse with speed and accuracy.
• The ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to exercise discretion and confidentiality.
• Ability to communicate with Company personnel at all levels.
• Ability to work in an organised and disciplined manner. All duties must be carried out in accordance with the Company's policies, Health and Safety and Environmental policies and the Company's accreditation and quality systems
• IT Literate

Duties:

• To develop good laboratory techniques and manipulation skills.
• To ensure that work is carried out in strict conformance with instructions, established methods, and quality standards.
• To calculate and ensure results are understood and, when directed, checked.
• To gain knowledge of methods of preparation or analysis and to be able to follow them accurately under the supervision of the chemist.
• To learn and apply safe working practices, and to develop a full understanding of the application of the COSHH regulations.

Benefits:

• Pension 3.5% employee minimum contribution with 5% employer contribution 3.5% employee contribution with 8% Employer contribution for Senior grades (Band 3 and above)
• EE contributions via salary sacrifice
• Annual Leave 24 days, rising to 25 days in 2024 (plus bank holidays)
• Life Assurance 3x cover for non pension members of AE scheme under Band 3 (8x cover for Pension Scheme members)
• Group Income Protection All employees. 26 week deferred period, 50% of salary for up to 5 years.
• Employee Assistance Program Basic plan/zero cost, provided as part of Life Assurance
• Cycle to Work Flex Self Funded Via Vivup

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