Fibres and Minerals Research Scientist
3 weeks ago
About the Role
We are seeking a motivated scientist to join our Fibres & Minerals Team at the Health and Safety Executive. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining current levels of capability and developing further with the ability and desire to become a technical expert in the field of asbestos and silica exposure measurement.
Key Responsibilities
- Study for and pass the British Occupational Hygiene Society (BOHS) Proficiency Modules; P401 Identification of Asbestos in Bulk Samples by PLM P401 and P403 Air Sampling and Fibre Counting.
- Work towards the BOHS Certificate of Competence in Asbestos.
- Analysis and investigations using optical microscopy, electron microscopy, X-ray diffraction and other techniques.
- Develop and improve analytical methods and instrumentation within the subject of hazardous fibres, dusts & minerals.
About You
- Excellent communication and engagement skills for day-to-day working at all levels.
- Excellent organisational skills and preparedness for planning, scheduling and undertaking laboratory work and site visits.
- Ability to work both as part of a team and autonomously across boundaries of the Science Division and rest of HSE.
- Ability to follow and work to procedures, with attention to detail.
- Experience of using software packages, including Office 365, Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Knowledge of mineral analysis and microscopy techniques.
- Desire and motivation to continue to learn and develop skills and knowledge.
Requirements
- A full driving licence that enables you to drive in the UK.
- A degree or equivalent in a relevant science discipline (geology, earth sciences or equivalent).
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