Senior Analytical Scientist - LC-MS/MS & Method Development
Core
Independently develop, optimise, and validate analytical methods using LC-MS to support specialist laboratories in detecting banned substances and ensuring testing integrity.
Role type
Senior hands-on analytical scientist (LC-MS method development)
Builds
Robust analytical methods, extraction workflows, and validation reports for anti-doping, sports medication, and supplement testing
Domain
Life sciences / Analytical chemistry / Anti-doping and sports testing
Required skills
LC-MS instrumentation operation, method development and validation, extraction method design, chromatography principles, root cause analysis, technical documentation, ISO 17025 compliance
Preferred skills
GC-MS/MS experience, high-resolution accurate mass (HRAM) analysis, anti-doping or supplement testing background
Technologies
LC-MS, GC-MS/MS, HRAM
Responsibilities
Develop and validate analytical methods; troubleshoot complex analytical challenges; configure and optimise LC-MS instrumentation; produce technical reports and SOPs; support innovation projects; maintain ISO 17025 records
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
