Lead Analyst

RPS has an exciting opportunity for a LC Analyst - PFAS Lead to join our state-of-the-art laboratory based in Bedford. This is a permanent, full-time role working 9 am – 5pm Monday to Friday.
As an experienced LC-MS Analyst , you’ll be familiar with your typical responsibilities across the entire analytical process - from sample extraction to data analysis and reporting of results.
We are a high calibre scientific team of Analysts, Chemists, and Technicians that operate from purpose-built laboratory facilities which have a long history of providing expert advice and analytical solutions to a range of sectors including water, utilities, agrochemicals, and defence. Our laboratories enjoy an international reputation for solving complex and novel analytical problems and delivering large scale monitoring programmes such as the UK’s Chemical Investigations Programme
The Bedford Laboratory houses a state-of-the-art analytical facility renowned for its work, in ultra-trace complex analysis of emerging and priority pollutants. This laboratory was one of the first laboratories in the UK to gain UKAS accreditation for the analysis of PFAS chemicals in the aftermath of the Buncefield oil terminal fire in 2005.As a key member of the Laboratories business, your role as a LC Analyst is critical to helping us conduct investigations and formulate effective solutions to help our clients comply with environmental quality standards (EQS) and maximum residue limits (MRLs).
By joining us you will collaborate with our clients, to design a tailored analytical programme to meet their complex regulatory needs. You will be influential in providing analytical support to develop new methods and optimising existing analysis to ensure ongoing compliance with evolving regulatory limits.
There will also be opportunities to learn and develop skills in GC and C-IC related to PFAS analyses.
Follow established procedures to perform trace organic analysis on a wide range of samples/matrices.
Work with extraction staff within the laboratory to ensure samples are prepared for analysis according to business requirements.
Raises QC queries and non-conforming work and follow up investigations as necessary
Manual handling
Handling chemicals and solvents
Handling of foods, including nuts
Experience working within an accredited analytical testing laboratory, ideally within the environmental sector.
Use of Agilent Chemstation and Masshunter software would be desirable.
Demonstrated flexibility in analytical approach and ability to cope with high throughput and varied analysis in a fast-paced environment
Minimum of a 2:1 BSc in Chemistry of closely related subject or equivalent industrial experience.
Excellent time management skills, attention to detail and ability to cope under pressure.
We’re a connected community, working together to achieve exceptional outcomes. We understand the need to work flexibly, empowering our people to create a work-life balance that’s right for them. We also understand the importance of collaboration and social connection in the office environment. With agile offices offered as standard, we trust our people to find the right balance to meet client needs – this is a workplace that works for you.
About RPS, a Tetra Tech Company
RPS, part of Tetra Tech since January 2023, is a global firm that defines, designs, and manages projects in urbanisation, natural resources, and sustainability. As part of Tetra Tech’s 28,000-strong team across 550 offices in over 120 countries, we deliver solutions that create lasting value in an increasingly urbanised and resource-scarce world. By leveraging our global expertise, we enable our clients to develop winning solutions for their clients and communities.
As a Tetra Tech company, RPS is proud to provide market-leading development and project opportunities for our people, supporting their growth while addressing the challenges that matter. Take the next step in your career and help make our world a better and safer place.
If this opportunity suits your career journey, we’d love to hear from you. Please have your CV ready and continue with your application online.
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