Senior analyst

Senior Analyst/Senior Shift Analyst CSS

Are you looking to build or advance your career in a professional laboratory environment where your work makes a real impact? Chemistry support services (CSS) are seeking motivated and detail focused individuals to join our team as Senior Analysts.

We also welcome applications from aspiring analysts who are keen to develop their skills, with trainee opportunities available and salary dependent on experience (£26,807 to £37,030).

This is an excellent opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals, develop technical expertise across a range of analytical activities, and play a key role in delivering high quality laboratory services. Whether you are bringing established laboratory experience or looking to take the next step in your scientific career, we will support your growth in a challenging and rewarding environment.

Appointment type: Permanent
Full time/part time: Full time
Job category: Scientific & Technical
Location: Dounreay
Salary range: Competitive

What youll be doing:

As a Senior Analyst, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality analytical services within a busy laboratory environment. Your work will directly support operational and business objectives by ensuring samples are analysed accurately, efficiently, and in line with agreed quality standards and timescales. Working closely with laboratory leaders and colleagues, you will use your technical knowledge and attention to detail to produce reliable results while helping to maintain the smooth day-to-day operation of the laboratory.

• Deliver accurate sample preparation, analysis, testing and reporting to meet customer and business requirements.
• Work collaboratively to monitor laboratory performance, resolve issues proactively and minimise operational delays.
• Maintain the highest standards of quality, safety and compliance by identifying improvements and supporting corrective actions.
• Develop your technical expertise through cross-training, technical documentation, improvement projects and wider laboratory activities.

What youll bring

You will be passionate about laboratory work and committed to producing high-quality results. We are looking for individuals who combine strong technical capability with excellent attention to detail, a collaborative approach, and a proactive mindset. Candidates should be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, managing competing priorities while maintaining high standards of accuracy, safety and professionalism.

• HNC in a science-related subject (or equivalent qualification and experience), with STEM qualifications desirable.
• Laboratory experience, or a strong interest in developing a career in analytical science.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships.

• Good safety awareness, attention to detail, and the ability to deliver accurate results under pressure and to deadlines.
• Post specific capability analysis assessment available

If you require assistance at any point during the recruitment process contact [email removed] at the appropriate time so we can make any necessary, reasonable adjustment.

Post Specific Capability Analysis assessment