Analytical Scientist (R&D)

TL;DR

Analytical Scientist (R&D): Contribute to the development and optimisation of new consumable products and analytical applications with an accent on experimental laboratory work, generating and analysing analytical data, and method refinement. Focus on mass spectrometry techniques including GC-MS and LC-MS, troubleshooting, experimental planning, and creating technical outputs such as application notes.

Location: Cardiff (lab-based, onsite)

Company

hirify.global develops analytical chemistry technologies and consumable products used by laboratories around the world.

What you will do

• Carry out experimental laboratory work and generate analytical data across product development and application projects.
• Contribute to method development, refinement, troubleshooting, and interpretation of results.
• Work alongside multidisciplinary R&D team to plan experiments and inform product performance understanding.
• Support creation of technical outputs like application notes and scientific data summaries.
• Gain exposure to mass spectrometry (GC-MS, LC-MS) and complementary analytical techniques in a commercial setting.

Requirements

• Degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Forensic Science, Clinical Science, or related discipline.
• Practical laboratory experience in analytical science from industry or academia.
• Experience with analytical techniques; exposure to mass spectrometry (GC-MS/LC-MS) preferred but not essential.
• Comfortable with data analysis, following procedures, method development, and troubleshooting.
• Ability to work independently and in a team, maintain accurate records, and communicate results clearly.

Culture & Benefits

• Collaborative multidisciplinary R&D team environment focused on product innovation.
• Exposure to broad range of analytical techniques in commercially focused setting.
• Supportive environment for developing expertise in applied analytical chemistry.
• Opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects impacting global laboratories.