Scientist I - Analytical

BAT is evolving at pace into a global multi-category business. Our purpose is to create A Better Tomorrow by Building a Smokeless World.

To achieve our ambition, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to join us on this journey! Tomorrow can’t wait, let’s shape it together!

British American Tobacco UK has an exciting opportunity for a SCIENTIST I – ANALYTICAL in Southampton

What are the key objectives and expectations from this role?

Lead interactions with stakeholders, developing analytical solutions to deliver timely and robust data to enable technical decision-making, keeping stakeholders informed of progress thorough formal and informal communication. Review technical resources and capability, propose novel analytical technologies and approaches as part of an internal project team. Design and undertake analytical studies, in support of projects, that are delivered and reported in compliance with agreed technical and quality standards. This requires expertise in a range of analytical chemistry principles and techniques, quality management, strong problem-solving skills, and effective communication. Lead and support the interpretation of results in respect of internal and external reporting and project decision making. Understand the value of analytical data to the business and the context of its use.

 

Your Key Responsibilities Will Include

• Provides analytical science leadership in scoping and technical discussions with project team members, giving appropriate scientific guidance and evaluating technical requirements.
• Provides analytical science leadership in designing, developing and validating fit for purpose test methods and quality control standards.
• Apply technical knowledge as part of R&D project team in support of internal and external reporting and project decision making.
• Review technical resources and capability and propose novel analytical technologies and approaches as part of an internal project team.
• Interpret stakeholder requirements, make technical recommendations, and evaluate implementation.
• Evaluate and recommend opportunities to apply novel analytical technologies to R&D challenges and future capability builds for improvement.
• Provide appropriate support to project teams and external peers on analytical data to ensure delivery of scientific output of appropriate integrity.
• Generate technical plans, reports, presentations, and publications.
  
  

Can this be your future role?

• Do you have professional or academic achievement in Chemistry (or a related physical science) at degree level or above with additional relevant academic or industry experience?
• Do you have analytical science expertise and leadership in designing, developing and validating fit for purpose test methods using complex instrumental techniques (GC-MS, LC-MS and LC-MS/MS) and data processing programs?
• Have you previously worked in a fast-paced product development environment?
  
  

What are we looking for?

Experience Required

• Thorough knowledge and hands-on application of best technical practice, analytical method development and validation for measurement of chemical constituents of food, environmental, tobacco and/or consumer products.
• Hands-on expertise in the operation, troubleshooting, method development and validation of complex analytical instrumentation including GC-MS, LC-MS and LC-MS/MS with associated high-level problem-solving skills.
• Skilled use and understanding of preparative and instrumental techniques applicable to the isolation and measurement of trace-level compounds in complex matrices.
• Evidence of current technical awareness, and knowledge of relevant aspects of emerging analytical science techniques.
• Good planning skills and ability to work in a team environment and independently.
• Proficient in writing technical reports, presentations, and publications.
  
  

Technical / Functional / Leadership Skills Required

• Evidence of appropriate leadership, coaching, development and technical governance to ensure that all scientific output is consistently of the required integrity.
• Ability to influence and communicate across the team and within R&D.
• Understanding of the value of analytical data to the business and the context of its use.
• Experience of working in a GLP compliant and/or ISO accredited laboratory.
  
  

Education / Qualifications / Certifications Required

• Professional or academic achievement in Chemistry (or a related physical science) equivalent to first degree level or above (MSc / MPhil / PhD), with additional relevant industry or academic experience.
• Active membership of the RSC or evidence of proactive continuing professional development.
  
  

BENEFICIAL

• Proficient in the operation, validation and troubleshooting of a broad range of complex instrumental techniques (e.g. LC-MS, LC-UV, GC-FID, GC×GC-MS, TGA, FTIR).
• Experience in a broad range of sample preparation and extraction techniques.
  
  

What we offer you?

• We offer a market leading annual performance bonus (subject to eligibility)
• Our range of benefits varies by country and includes diverse health plans, initiatives for work-life balance, transportation support, and a flexible holiday plan with additional incentives
• Your journey with us isn't limited by boundaries; it's propelled by your aspirations. Join us at BAT and become a part of an environment that thrives on internal advancement, where your career progression isn't just a statement – it's a reality we're eager to build together. Seize the opportunity and own your development; your next chapter starts here.
• You'll have access to online learning platforms and personalized growth programs to nurture your leadership skills
• We prioritise continuous improvement within a transformative environment, preparing for ongoing changes
  
  

WHY JOIN BAT?

We’re one of the few companies named as a Global Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute – certified in offering excellent employee conditions.

At BAT, we champion collaboration, inclusion, and partnership as the bedrock of our values. We wish to foster an environment where every individual can thrive, irrespective of factors such as gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, skills, experience, education, socio-economic and professional background, as well as diverse perspectives and thinking styles. We recognise that our strength lies in embracing talent from all walks of life, empowering us to develop our culture of inclusivity and better achieve our business objectives.

We view career breaks not as obstacles but as opportunities and encourage everyone, without hesitation, to apply. Through our Global Returners program, we provide support to professionals seeking to re-enter the workforce after an extended absence, be it for family care, parental leave, national service, sabbatical, or starting their own venture.

Come bring your difference and see what is possible for you at BAT. Learn more about our culture and our award winning employee experience here.

We take pride in being a Disability Confident Employer. If you need any reasonable adjustments or accommodations to be made during the recruitment process to support you performing at your best, please inform the recruitment partner who will be in touch should your profile be selected for the role you applied for. We are wholeheartedly committed to optimising your prospects of success by making suitable arrangements so that you may showcase your full potential.