At Cellmark, we pride ourselves on being an innovative company that appreciates the contributions and individuality of our staff. We value integrity, openness, professionalism and creativity; and foster an atmosphere of solution-oriented teamwork and close-working relationships. Our headquarters is in Abingdon, Oxfordshire and we have facilities in Chorley, Lancashire and in Durham.
Cellmark is an exciting and diverse place to work with great career opportunities for all - whether in forensic science or a vital supporting role such as forensic administration, software development, finance or Customer Services.
As a Cellmark employee you will have the ability to make a real difference and be involved with a range of products and services that fundamentally impact on peoples' lives.
Cellmark is one of the UK’s largest providers of DNA and forensic testing science providers to the police, and a leading supplier of paternity and drug testing services to government agencies, the legal community and the general public. With more than 500 employees we have an excellent reputation for quality, reliability and speed of delivery built over 35 years of innovation and service excellence.
Our Toxicology department specialises in drug and alcohol analysis in relation to Road Traffic offences, complex Toxicology cases (including murder and sexual assault) and Family Law (hair samples).
Role overview
We are looking for Entry Level Forensic Reporting Scientist(s) (Toxicology) to join our expanding Forensic Operations department training to report Toxicology cases including Road Traffic Act and casework Toxicology, with the expectation of attending court as an expert witness alongside developing an understanding of the supporting scientific processes. As part of the training programme you will be expected to gain an overview of sample examination, preparation and extraction as well as analysis by GCQQQ, LCQQQ and GC-HS-FID and the processing and checking of analytical data necessary for reporting cases at Cellmark. Your primary focus will be training to report cases for court rather than working in the laboratory. To achieve the skills required to be an expert witness you will undertake an intensive training course that includes self study and mock trials.
A higher/further qualification in a scientific subject is preferred, preferably Chemistry, Toxicology or Pharmacology based.
This is an entry level reporting role and full training will be provided to enable you to gain the necessary technical skills required for the role.
Starting salary of £25,375 per annum on commencement of training. The salary will be reviewed following successful completion of expert witness training.
You will be able to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment, flexible and have great attention to detail and accurate record keeping. You will also have excellent communication and presentation skills and be able to present technical data clearly and concisely in both written and verbal forms.
Benefits
In addition to a competitive salary, you will also receive the following benefits:
- 33 days holiday including bank holidays.
- Pension Scheme (7.5% ER contribution and minimum of 2.5% EE contribution).
- Private Healthcare with Aviva.
- Perkbox (provides access to a wide range of high street discounts).
- Life Assurance (Death in Service 4 x base salary).
- Employee Assistance Programme
At Cellmark, we provide our staff with a supportive yet challenging work environment where people are treated openly and fairly and can realise their potential through demonstrated skill, hard work and positive attitude. Collectively we are committed to delivering a sustainable, successful business by providing cost-effective, reliable, high quality services.
At Cellmark, we are highly motivated professional individuals with a desire to make a positive difference to the world around us. So, if this sounds like the right place for you, apply today!.
