Analytical Scientist

Evera Recruitment Ltd

This role supports advanced material characterisation activities within a laboratory environment, playing a key role in production campaigns and product validation.
The Analytical Scientist will lead laboratory operations, manage a team of technicians while ensure accurate testing, analysis and reporting. Working within a fast‑paced environment, the role combines hands‑on laboratory work with team leadership and continuous improvement activities.
  
The Analytical Scientist will be responsible for:
  • Managing a team of laboratory technicians supporting sampling, measurement and testing activities.
  • Ensuring materials meet defined specifications and customer requirements.
  • Analysing data and issuing corrective actions based on test results.
  • Maintaining, calibrating and troubleshooting laboratory equipment.
  • Reporting experimental results for internal and external stakeholders.
  • Supporting fault analysis and determining appropriate testing methods.
  
The Analytical Scientist will have:
  • A degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or a related discipline.
  • At least 3 years’ experience working in an industrial or academic laboratory environment
  • Strong understanding of materials characterisation techniques (e.g. microscopy, XRD, FTIR, SEM‑EDX, rheology/viscometry)
  • Experience working with laboratory equipment and analytical testing methods.
  • Understanding of health and safety protocols, including risk and COSHH assessments.
  • Strong problem‑solving skills and attention to detail.
  
If you are looking to take the next step in a laboratory environment, combining hands‑on testing with team leadership and technical development, we would be interested to hear from you. Apply with your CV to find out more.
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