Analytical Chemist
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Sep 24, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 23, 2026.
Quaker Houghton is the Industry’s R&D leader in the industrial fluids market with a team of 360+ chemists and 11 Centers of Innovation around the globe focusing on staying ahead in technology advancement and sustainability goals.
About the role
As a Fluid Analysis Chemist, you will perform laboratory testing, prepare and analyse customer samples, manage laboratory data, and contribute to technical problem-solving in a well-equipped analytical laboratory environment.
We offer a 6-month Fixed Term Contract with the possibility of extension to up to 9 months, subject to business needs.
Location: Fully onsite role based at our Manchester laboratory (Trafford Park)
Tasks
What You Will Do?
- Under close supervision, you will execute and conduct qualitative and quantitative analysis/tests in a laboratory setting for current and/or new products.
- Implement new or improved analytical test methods to enhance capabilities, efficiency, and accuracy (repeatability & reproducibility).
- Carry out prescribed analytical tests and determinations, in order to answer questions and address problems of customers.
- Accurately record, analyse and report laboratory observations and test results.
- Maintain equipment glassware and workspace in order to keep them clean and well-functioning. Properly dispose of all laboratory waste.
- Participate in ensuring good management of laboratory equipment and storage spaces for chemicals and raw materials. Comply with housekeeping rules.
- Provide analytical service and knowledge to internal and external customers based upon the chemists’ current level of expertise.
- Occasionally visit customers when required to assist the Commercial team ( approx. 2 times per year).
- Ensure that all equipment and machines in your area of control are managed with regards to safety, maintenance, calibration, and availability.
- Perform project work in cooperation with a variety of internal and external contacts.
Requirements
What Are We Looking For:
- Minimum BSc in Chemistry
- Good knowledge of wet chemistry and all aspects of Laboratory health & safety
- Previous laboratory experience (1-3 years) and working knowledge of GLP and COSHH
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
Soft skills:
- Safety conscious, safety is at the core of our company values
- Effective communication skills
- Analytical problem solver
- Customer and results driven
Benefits
What’s in it For You?
- Hands-on training and development from experienced chemists
- Exposure to customer-facing technical activities
- Opportunity to work in a global industry-leading R&D organisation
- Collaborative and supportive laboratory environment
- On-the-job learning and development, and classroom and online training programs through our global, web-based learning platform, Quaker Houghton University
- Attractive Wellbeing, Mental Health, Women Inclusion & D&I programs
Who are we?
We are the global leader in industrial process fluids present in 40+ countries continually improving and innovating so the world’s steel, aluminum, automotive, aircraft, machinery and industrial parts manufacturers can stay ahead in a changing world. Throughout our 100+ locations, our chemists, engineers and industry experts partner with our customers to continually improve their operations so they can run even more efficiently, even more effectively, whatever comes next.
Our values:
- Live Safe
- Act with integrity
- Exceed Customer Expectations
- Drive Results
- Embrace Diversity
- Do Great Things Together
Our core values embody who we are as a company, guide our decisions and inspire us. Our commitment to these values, in words and actions, builds a safer, stronger Quaker Houghton. They are the fundamental beliefs that guide our internal conduct and our relationship with the outside world.