Analytical Chemist - Animal Sports Anti-Doping

LGC ASSURE Sports & Specialised Analytical Services is an internationally recognised world-class testing laboratory that specialises in banned substance and anti-doping testing. We operate in 3 key categories: Animal sports medication and doping control, Human drug testing, and Supplement testing and product certification.

We have an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated, proactive Scientist to join our Animal Sports team!

Working within a collaborative, project-based environment, you will contribute to the development, validation and application of analytical methods to support anti-doping and medication control in animal sports.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the design, development, validation, and execution of analytical methods using chromatography and mass spectrometry techniques (primarily LC-MS and GC-MS)
• Interpreting scientific data and delivering clear, high-quality reports and presentations
• Managing your work effectively to deliver projects on time and in line with client requirements, regulatory standards, and quality systems
• Carrying out a range of analyses and investigations to support method development and continuous improvement
• Working collaboratively with colleagues to share ideas, solve problems, and contribute to team objectives
• Contributing to improvements in efficiency, quality, and overall laboratory performance

We are looking for someone who is adaptable, organised, and works well both independently and as part of a team. You will bring a positive approach to your work, strong attention to detail, and the ability to manage priorities to deliver high-quality outcomes.

• BSc (or equivalent) in an appropriate subject
• Sound scientific knowledge with some practical experience of chromatography and mass spectrometry particularly LC-MS techniques (GC-MS would be an additional bonus)
• Operationally aware and able to contribute to improvements in output and efficiency
• Team worker, able to work flexibly and with initiative to bring forward ideas
• Knowledge of doping control practices in relation to animal sports
• Experience of method development
• Knowledge of quality systems (ISO 17025) is desirable 
• Knowledge of immunoassay techniques is desirable 

ABOUT LGC:

LGC is a leading, global life science tools company, providing mission-critical components and solutions into high-growth application areas across the human healthcare and applied market segments. Its high-quality product portfolio is comprised of mission-critical tools for genomic analysis and for quality assurance applications, which are typically embedded and recurring within our customers’ products and workflows and are valued for their performance, quality, and range. 

OUR VALUES

• PASSION
• CURIOSITY 
• INTEGRITY
• BRILLIANCE
• RESPECT

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES 

LGC strongly believes that every job applicant and employee should be valued for their individual talents regardless of age, disability, race, color, ethnic or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion, or belief. Short listing, interviewing and selection will always be carried out without regard to gender, sexual orientation, marital status, color, race, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, age, or trade union membership.

For more information about LGC, please visit our website www.lgcgroup.com

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