Chromatography Analyst

As a Chromatography Analyst, you will perform various analytical tests on dairy, food, and infant formula samples using a variety of test methods and techniques in a busy INAB accredited food and dairy chemistry contract laboratory.
Please note, this is a 1 Year Fixed Term Contract, working 39 hours per week on one of the below shifts patterns:
Monday to Thursday, 07:00 - 15:30 and Friday, 07:00 - 14:30
Monday to Thursday 12:00 - 20:30 & Friday 12:00 - 19:30.
Monday to Thursday 09:00 - 17:30 & Sunday 09:00 - 16:30
Tuesday - Friday 09:00 - 17:30 & Saturday 09:00 - 16:30
Applicants must be flexible to work any of the above shift patterns.
Main responsibilities will include:
Undertaking day to day effective, accurate and efficient processing of workload in the food chemistry laboratory and to perform tasks assigned by the Senior Laboratory staff.
Adhering to regulations and laboratory policies regarding health and safety and to maintain a clean and hygienic working environment.
Carrying out laboratory tests for validation of the new methods in the Food Chemistry Laboratory and to perform tasks assigned by their manager.
Train junior staff members on analytical methods.
Handling and testing samples for various dairy and nutritional tests according to documented procedures, including attention to sample preparation, temperature control, storage and prevention of cross-contamination.
Maintaining accurate and systematic records of testing.
Have an active role is developing the capability and range of testing provided by the Laboratory to support profitable growth.
Reporting any faults to the Laboratory Manager or Team leader.
Participate in the training programme, undergoing further training as required.
Always uphold and maintain confidentiality.
Degree level qualification in Food Science, Analytical Chemistry or other relevant subject
Practical analytical chemistry and instrumentation experience, ideally in a high volume contract laboratory.
Technical, troubleshooting, report writing and statistical skills would be an advantage
Thorough understanding of relevant quality system and accreditation requirements
Computer literate.
Good standard of written and spoken English and numeracy skills.
Hard working self-motivated and ability to work on your own initiative.
Ability to work well under pressure.
Excellent attention to detail.
Ability to multi-task, prioritize, organise and co-ordinate your own workload.
Good written and verbal communication skills.

Employment type
Contract

Work arrangement
No