Assistant Scientist Environmental Evidence

We are recruiting for a full time, Aberdeen based Assistant Scientist in Environmental Evidence on a fixed term basis for 23 months

Here at SEPA, we’re connected by a passion that drives us to be purposeful in every action we take – to protect our environment. Through our expertise, we lead projects that make a difference for Scotland, and our workplaces are grounded in respect for that expertise.

That’s why, when you join us as Assistant Scientist for Environmental Evidence, you’ll discover enriching benefits, meaningful support, and opportunities to learn every day. That’s what it means to be Passionately Purposeful – for our environment, and for your career.

Experts at what we do, we work in a professional way towards our shared goals, knowing the work we do makes a genuine, lasting difference on the environment.

Within SEPA, the Environmental Evidence function leads on the delivery of advanced chemical, microbiological and genomic techniques. Through continuous innovation in laboratory analytical methods and driving operational efficiency, we provide accessible, quality assured and trusted data to support positive environmental outcomes.

The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering a wide range of tasks within the laboratory aimed at protecting and improving Scotland’s environment.

The focus of the role will be to deliver environmental monitoring and analysis in our chemistry and microbiology laboratories. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals who are passionate about the environment and advancing science.

• Preparing and analysing environmental samples, following established protocols and procedures.
• Following ISO
  17025 requirements to ensure data integrity and reproducibility.
• Using allocated equipment, carrying out or arranging repairs and maintenance checks for laboratory equipment safely.
• Working in a team to ensure that the work within the function is delivered on time and to required quality.
• Participating in an on call out of hours duty rota as required.

This is a highly important role within our portfolio, which means you’ll need:

• Relevant experience or qualification equivalent to Scottish Credit and Qualification framework (SCQF) level 6-7.
• Experience of working in a quality assured laboratory ideally with ISO 17025 accreditation.
• Experience of effectively working in a team environment.
• Understanding of H&S requirements relevant to the role.
• Good interpersonal, oral and written communication skills as well as good organisational skills, such as planning, prioritisation of workload.

Please open the link to the Assistant Scientist role profile which outlines the core responsibilities and expectations of the role within a defined activity family. Please note the role profile name may be different to the job title being advertised.

We’re cultivating a workplace that supports not only your passion and your professional lives, but your personal life. So, you’ll find benefits that make a difference at work and h as:

• Hybrid and Flexible working opportunities.
• Up to 35 days annual leave and 7 additional public holidays each year (pro rata).
• Paid time off to support your Wellbeing and enable you to volunteer in your community.
• Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
• Progressive Family Friendly policies.
• Training & development to enable colleagues to improve their skills, competencies and knowledge to perform at their best.

Plus, many more lifestyle benefits such as 24/7 access to an online employee discount platform, credit union facilities and access to a Cycle to Work Scheme.

SEPA is committed to promoting equality, diversity, and good relations in everything it does – as a community leader, as a provider and commissioner of services, and as an employer.

Passionately Purposeful about Scotland’s environment – and your career.

Protecting our environment, promoting our work, and supporting our people, working at SEPA means being part of an organisation that’s grounded in…