Analyst
Company
Location
Chatteris, England, United Kingdom
Posted At
8/19/2025
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Description
At ALS, we encourage you to dream big.
When you join us, you’ll be part of a global team harnessing the power of scientific testing and data-driven insights to build a healthier future.
The Role
Are you enthusiastic about food science and committed to upholding high standards in food safety? ALS Laboratories in Chatteris is seeking a detail-driven and proactive Analyst to join our busy and dedicated food testing team in the Pesticides section.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a scientific mindset who enjoys practical, hands-on work with samples, particularly in detecting and analysing pesticide residues. The ideal candidate will have a passion for performing precise calculations and working with analytical instruments such as HPLC (High Performance Liquid Chromatography), GC-MS/MS (Gas Chromatography/mass spectrometry), and LC-MS/MS (Liquid Chromatography/mass spectrometry).
As an Analyst, you'll play a key role in delivering accurate and timely food analysis. You’ll be responsible for testing a diverse range of samples and ensuring that results are consistently reliable and compliant with regulatory and client expectations.
Position
The ALS team is a diverse and dedicated community united by our passion to make a difference in the world.
Our values are important to us, and shape how we work, how we treat each other and how we recognise excellence.
At ALS, you’ll be supported to develop new skills and reach your full potential. We invest in our people with programs and opportunities that help you build a diverse career with us.
We want everyone to have a safe, flexible and rewarding career that makes a positive impact on our people, the planet and our communities.
Everyone Matters
ALS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where the strengths and perspectives of each employee are both recognised and valued.
ALS also welcomes applications from people with all levels of ability. Accommodation is available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
Eligibility
To be eligible to work at ALS you must be a Citizen or Permanent Resident of the country you are applying for, or either hold or be able to obtain, a valid working visa.
How To Apply
Please apply on-line and provide a cover letter and CV that best demonstrate your motivation and ability to meet the requirements of this role.
When you join us, you’ll be part of a global team harnessing the power of scientific testing and data-driven insights to build a healthier future.
The Role
Are you enthusiastic about food science and committed to upholding high standards in food safety? ALS Laboratories in Chatteris is seeking a detail-driven and proactive Analyst to join our busy and dedicated food testing team in the Pesticides section.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a scientific mindset who enjoys practical, hands-on work with samples, particularly in detecting and analysing pesticide residues. The ideal candidate will have a passion for performing precise calculations and working with analytical instruments such as HPLC (High Performance Liquid Chromatography), GC-MS/MS (Gas Chromatography/mass spectrometry), and LC-MS/MS (Liquid Chromatography/mass spectrometry).
As an Analyst, you'll play a key role in delivering accurate and timely food analysis. You’ll be responsible for testing a diverse range of samples and ensuring that results are consistently reliable and compliant with regulatory and client expectations.
Position
- Hours Per Week: 40
- Shift: 07:00 – 15:30, Monday to Friday
- Contract: Full Time and Permanent
- Annual Salary: £27,180
- Carrying out analytical testing according to documented methodologies and procedures, with a strong focus on accuracy and consistency.
- Delivering results within required timescales, meeting both method standards and client expectations.
- Performing routine maintenance and basic troubleshooting of laboratory instruments.
- Reporting any issues or uncertainties in testing to the laboratory management team promptly.
- Completing daily quality control checks and equipment calibrations as needed.
- Following all site-specific Quality Management Systems, Health & Safety protocols, and regulatory requirements.
- Degree or equivalent in an appropriate subject, or proven experience in relevant analytical techniques
- Theoretical and practical knowledge of analysis across a range of methodologies, techniques, and procedures e.g., HPLC, GC-MS/MS, LC-MS/MS etc.
- Good communication skills, written and oral, with good organisational skills and the ability to accurately follow methods and excellent attention to detail
- 2-3 years’ experience within a laboratory is desirable.
- A keen eye for detail and the ability to work on own initiative
- Annual Leave commencing at 25 days (rising to 30) plus 8 public holidays (pro rata for part time)
- Ability to Buy annual leave.
- Enhanced Company Sick Pay Scheme
- Salary Progression Scheme based on technical and behavioural competencies.
- ‘Celebrating Success’ Recognition Awards
- Perkbox membership providing access to discount vouchers and wellness hub.
- Learning/study support
- Group Personal Pension Plan
- Car Parking on-site
The ALS team is a diverse and dedicated community united by our passion to make a difference in the world.
Our values are important to us, and shape how we work, how we treat each other and how we recognise excellence.
At ALS, you’ll be supported to develop new skills and reach your full potential. We invest in our people with programs and opportunities that help you build a diverse career with us.
We want everyone to have a safe, flexible and rewarding career that makes a positive impact on our people, the planet and our communities.
Everyone Matters
ALS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where the strengths and perspectives of each employee are both recognised and valued.
ALS also welcomes applications from people with all levels of ability. Accommodation is available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
Eligibility
To be eligible to work at ALS you must be a Citizen or Permanent Resident of the country you are applying for, or either hold or be able to obtain, a valid working visa.
How To Apply
Please apply on-line and provide a cover letter and CV that best demonstrate your motivation and ability to meet the requirements of this role.
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