Purification Scientist
Likely
Sponsorship likelihood
This employer has issued visas recently
Not disclosed
Salary
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£39,900
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 2111 (75% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £39,900, and PerkinElmer is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
This could also be SOC 3111 (Laboratory technicians, Routine laboratory tests and sample prep dominate the responsibilities) or SOC 2119 (Natural and social science professionals not elsewhere classified, Laboratory scientist performing varied research activities). We read the code off the advert, so it is our best guess, not the employer's.
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2111 Chemical scientists Most likely code | £33,400 | £33,400 | £37,500 | £39,900 |
2119 Natural and social science professionals not elsewhere classified Also possible | £33,400 | £33,400 | £37,500 | £41,700 |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
Job Responsibilities
- Perform routine laboratory research activities including but not limited to Liquid Chromatography (LCMS), sample preparation and utilisation of sample handling automation.
- Perform various chemical assays as determined by the specific departmental work project or package and using both manual and automated techniques.
- Analysis and reporting of data using corporate tools; application of QC rules to show acceptability.
- Track performance metrics & communicate issues, suggest improvements to current methodology, supporting evaluation of new technologies where applicable.
- Be an active member of the scientific teams – contribute at team meetings by presenting data and looking for opportunities for innovation.
- Comply to Health and Safety procedures for own well-being and quality of product.
- Actively seek opportunities to develop the service by discussion with the team leader and customer or by the sharing of best practice with other groups.
- Assist with the preparation of SOPs, Risk Assessments and best practice guides.
- Act as an ambassador for TLS and promote PerkinElmer’s core values.
- BSc or equivalent in relevant scientific subject (e.g. Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Materials Chemistry or Medicinal Chemistry), with relevant laboratory experience.
- Working familiarity with different analytical and preparative techniques.
- Medium and high complexity experiment set-up, execution, and processing for reaction development and parallel array chemistries.
- Understanding of standard software packages (i.e.: Microsoft Office)
- Highly motivated and independent, yet able to work well in a group setting.
- Ability to work independently and deliver high-quality, consistent results in a timely fashion.
- Ability to meet timelines successfully with the utmost attention to detail while setting high performance standards.
- Ability to understand, interpret, and communicate complex scientific data.
- Ability to execute new and established methods and protocols.
- Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
The overall physical exertion of this position requires:
- Sit or stand 4-5 hours in laboratory areas.
- Work around moving laboratory equipment and machinery.
- All work is carried out in a containment level 2 environment.
- Appropriate PPE must always be worn (Lab coat, gloves, eye protection).
- Reach above/below the shoulder, bend at the knees and waist.
- Office work activities, including keyboard, up to 2-3 hours.
- Employees will be provided with PerkinElmer polo shirts to be worn when on site.
This description is the source posting as it read when we added it. We are not affiliated with PerkinElmer, so check their own site for the current details.
Where this offer sits in the market
Chemical scientists (SOC 2111) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~19k in sample- Middle half £32,084–~45,604
- Median £38,844
- Minimum £41,700
- Going rate £39,900
- New entrant £33,400–35,900
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. PerkinElmer holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 2111 going rate of £39,900. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.