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Alfred H Knight has an exciting opportunity for a General Chemistry Graduate to join the team here in Liverpool, UK.

The role

This will be a two year graduate development programme, working within our General Chemistry Team at our Main Laboratory in Knowsley, Merseyside. We will equip you with the necessary skills, knowledge and experience in the wide range of analytical services and techniques we operate. You will provide support to our Management Team and support added value business projects. On successful completion of the programme, you will be assigned to a job role within the general chemistry department.

About us

Alfred H Knight is a totally independent, family owned business spanning five generations. A global network of strategically placed offices and laboratories enable global trade by providing independent inspection, analysis and consultancy services to the metals and minerals, solid fuels and agriculture industries.

We have honed & carefully crafted our reputation. Delivering knowledge and professionalism in all aspects of weighing, sampling and analysis. We thrive by continuing to re-invest in our facilities, technology and people. Click here to find out more about AHK.

Do you have what it takes

To be successful at Alfred H Knight you will need to display the following:

Required knowledge and work experience

Essential

  • Independence: the ability to take the initiative, lead on projects and be proactive in prioritising a dynamic and diverse workload.
  • Interpersonal: confidence in forming effective working relationships with a diverse range of people, including working inclusively and as part of a team.
  • Communication: effective oral and written communication of ideas with an excellent command of English.
  • Adaptability: the ability to multitask and respond effectively to change.
  • Analytical: the ability to draw accurate and informative conclusions from detailed research without losing sight of the bigger picture. Ability to understand complex analytical chemistry processes.
  • Ambition. Must have ambitions to have a career in management.
  • Willingness. A growth mindset, willing to learn, co-operative and enabling attitude towards training and personal development.

Required competencies

  • Understanding of statistics of analytical chemistry, method validation, quality control.
  • Understanding of any of the following analytical techniques is desirable but not essential – AAS, ICP-OES, ICP-MS, CIC, IR Combustion, Titration, EDXRF, WDXRF, Fire Assay, OES.
  • Competence in Microsoft Office, Google suite, and project management applications.

Required work experience

  • Previous internship or initial professional work experience in a laboratory environment is desirable but not essential.

Required qualifications

  • 2:1 degree in any subject.

Additional information

We are offering an excellent opportunity with a salary and benefits package to match including pension, life assurance and an employee assistance programme.

Start Date: 2nd September 2024

We reserve the right to close this vacancy when we are in receipt of sufficient applications.

Should you wish to apply for this role you are advised to complete and submit your application form as soon as possible.