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 Technologist - Analytical in Southampton
What are the key objectives and expectations from this role?
The Senior Technologist Analytical role is chiefly responsible for the execution of assigned tasks using laboratory equipment and expertise across a range of projects and activities within the New Categories product development to support the delivery of the commercial vision of a product in the R&D pipeline.
What is the direct impact of this role on the team or organization?
This role will utilise knowledge of New Categories lab methodologies for Vapour, THP and Modern Oral products and broad scientific principles to assist product development in prototype screening. The role provides analytical data and technical interpretation to guide decision-making in product and technology development.
Your key responsibilities will include:
- To lead assigned projects and activities within the Analytical team based on an agreed plan across a portfolio of projects and activities.
- Work closely with the Analytical Quality Growth Manager to implement and plan the testing of products in the New Categories R&D pipeline within the required time frames.
- Hold lab expertise in operating the required machinery/testing capabilities such as smoking engines, GC-FID, HPLC, LC MS-MS, Karl Fischer etc.
- To have awareness of standard methodologies and compliance using technical knowledge and broad scientific principles to ensure effective delivery of appropriate tasks.
- To understand testing activities, methodologies, and equipment capabilities to carry out assigned duties to fulfil project needs
What are we looking for?
- Ability to deliver against a portfolio of tasks within defined timescales
- Broad understanding of product testing approaches and data interpretation
- Broad range of techniques from within specialist field (GC-FID, HPLC, HPLC/MS/MS, Karl Fischer, smoking engines)
- Excellent Interpersonal and communication skills, as well as the ability to collaborate with internal/external capabilities
- Degree or equivalent in in Chemistry or a relevant physical science
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.
