Laboratory Analyst

Laboratory Analyst - (phone number removed) - £21.95/hr - Umbrella rate

Division: PT Build and Test
Location: Browns Lane, Coventry

We are currently recruiting for a Laboratory Analyst to join a leading automotive engineering and testing environment based at Browns Lane, Coventry. This is an excellent opportunity to work within an advanced laboratory setting supporting scientific research and quality testing activities focused around battery cell technology and materials analysis.

The Laboratory Analyst role will involve chemical analysis work in support of scientific research and quality testing activities.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Preparing instrument calibration samples and analytical test samples from battery cell components
• Working with laboratory equipment including fume hoods, gloveboxes, calibrated pipettes, balances and microwave digesters
• Operating GC-MS and ICP equipment, therefore previous experience with these systems is essential
• Supporting Materials Engineers to maintain a safe and productive analytical workflow within the laboratory
• Following COSHH, risk assessments and all laboratory safety procedures and documentation
• Using workflow and instrument software systems
• Creating and maintaining accurate analysis records and producing basic reports using Excel and PowerPoint
• Supporting additional laboratory activities and training on equipment such as XPS, ICP-OES, TGA, DSC and XRD
• Carrying out battery cell teardowns using mechanical tools when required
• Working in line with company values focused around Safety, Quality and Delivery

Please note this is a fully onsite, practical Technician role and is not suited to hybrid or remote working.

• Experience using Chemistry instrumentation such as GCMS or related analytical equipment
• Experience with wet-chemistry techniques
• Ideally experience using XPS, ICP, TGA and Gloveboxes
• Strong awareness and respect for working safely with hazardous materials
• Ability to follow laboratory procedures and safety documentation accurately

• Level 4 qualification in Chemistry such as HND is advantageous

• THIS POSITION IS CONFIRMED INSIDE IR35
• Start times available: 07:00, 07:30 or 08:00
• Sponsorship opportunities are not available

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