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Senior Analytical Scientist - LC-MS/MS & Method Development

Fordham, England, gb💼 Full-time🗓 2026-08-26 → 2026-09-25

Core

Develop novel LC-MS detection methods and analytical workflows to support anti-doping, elite sport, and specialist testing applications.

Role type

Senior IC analytical scientist (LC-MS method development)

Builds

Novel analytical methods, detection capabilities, and validated workflows for anti-doping and specialist testing

Domain

Sports science, anti-doping, toxicology, forensic science

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work

Required skills

LC-MS method development, chromatography, analytical method validation, sample preparation, data interpretation, scientific documentation, project management

Preferred skills

HRAM/Orbitrap platforms, GC-MS/MS, ISO 17025 accreditation, commercial lab experience, customer presentation

Technologies

LC-MS, Orbitrap, GC-MS/MS

Responsibilities

Develop and validate novel analytical methods using LC-MS; optimize extraction techniques and sample preparation; configure and troubleshoot LC-MS instrumentation; analyze complex datasets to identify trends; lead innovation projects for new detection capabilities; support transfer of new methods to routine operations; produce validation reports and technical summaries; present findings to stakeholders and customers.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC

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