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.
WHAT IS ON OFFER
Alfred H Knight has an exciting opportunity for a General Chemistry Graduate to join the team here in Liverpool, UK.
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.
DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES?
To be successful at Alfred H Knight you will need to display the following:
Essential:
Independence: The ability to take initiative, lead 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. You will be working with both internal and external stakeholders.
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.
Ambition: Must have ambitions to have a career in an Operational Environment.
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 STEM subject.
BENEFITS
We are offering an excellent opportunity with a salary and benefits package to match including pension, life assurance and an employee assistance programme.
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