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(Senior) Analytical Scientist – Staffordshire – Mineral Extraction

Whiston, Staffordshire

The Sibelco Group is the market leader in the extraction, production and distribution of the main industrial minerals: quartz, cristobalite, nepheline syenite, plastic clay, silica sand and olivine. It has a turnover of over €1.85 billion and some 8,000 employees worldwide.

We currently have a vacancy for an Analytical Scientist within our Research and Development department at Whiston, Staffordshire. If suitable, the appointment will be at senior level.

(Senior) Analytical Scientist

Key requirements:

• To calibrate and provide operational support of analytical instrumentation.
• Development of analytical methods.
• A good understanding of statistics relevant to an analytical environment.
• To provide professional expertise and support to our internal & external customers.
• To co-ordinate the standardisation of equipment and measurements across the Company.
• To perform research within the overall RDI programme

Ideally you will have practical experience of XRF and ICP maintenance and calibration. A demonstrable knowledge of a wide range of analytical equipment will be required.
It is essential that you have a strong ability to adapt and learn quickly especially in developing analytical methods.

The successful candidate will have a degree in a relevant science or equivalent along with good numerical and computer skills along with the ability to work safely, adhering to company working practices.

The successful candidate will be a self-motivated team player with excellent communication and organisational skills.

This position will attract a competitive salary and company defined contribution pension scheme.

Please send your covering letter and CV to Jo Furphy by clicking the Apply Now button or by writing to her at the address listed within the 'View Contact Details' section below.

Closing date: Monday 9th November 2009