Chemist Grade III Opportunities – The State Laboratory
The State Laboratory is part of the Civil Service and provides a comprehensive analytical chemistry and advisory service to a range of Government Departments and Public Sector Bodies. Its primary functions include:
* Conducting chemical analysis for regulatory and enforcement purposes.
* Providing forensic analysis in criminal investigations.
* Offering expert advice and scientific support to government agencies.
About the Job of a Chemist III
An exciting opportunity for skilled scientists to contribute to public service through high-quality chemical analysis.
Working in the Backweston Campus, Celbridge, Chemists Grade III play a key role in applying advanced analytical techniques and utilise cutting‑edge instrumentation to deliver results that benefit Irish society.
We are seeking motivated and skilled Chemistry Graduates and Chemistry Postgraduates to join our team as a Chemist III. Chemists III carry out both qualitative and quantitative chemical analyses, covering a mix of routine and more complex, non‑routine work in our lab and research facility.
Key duties associated with this position are:
* Employ and maintain a strong knowledge of chemistry and analytical techniques, applicable to a practical laboratory setting;
* Assist with routine and non‑routine chemical analyses to international standards with a commitment to accuracy and compliance with quality and safety systems;
* Interpret analytical data, draw conclusions and report findings within agreed time schedules.
* Learn and apply laboratory software systems, including the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS), and developing confidence with instrument software and relevant IT tools;
* Participate fully in the Laboratory’s Performance Management and Development System (PMDS), both in the role of Manager (where required) and jobholder;
To Succeed as a Chemist you MUST have:
On or before closing date of competition, hold a qualification of at least Level 8 on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) in Science with chemistry/analytical chemistry being a significant component of the final year programme, or, a relevant qualification which is acceptable to the State Laboratory as being at least equivalent with either:
* a minimum 2.2. Honour's result
or
* an additional and higher qualification (level 9 or 10 on the National Framework of Qualifications) in Chemistry or Analytical Chemistry (where chemistry/analytical chemistry is the significant component of the qualification).
and
* have recent (in the last 3 years) relevant laboratory experience of at least 12 months’ duration (12 months experience is also acceptable from a postgraduate taught/ research programme);
and
* have practical chemistry laboratory skills.
Desirable Requirements:
* Experience with High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) and Gas Chromatography (GC).
* A Masters or PhD (NFQ level 9 or 10) in analytical chemistry
* Proficiency in Mass Spectrometry (MS), including High-Resolution Mass Spectrometry (HRMS) and Time-of-Flight (TOF) Mass Spectrometry.
* Knowledge of ISO 17025 Standard and ISO 17025 Accreditation.
* Expertise in Residue/Trace Analysis and Analyte Testing.
* Familiarity with Liquid Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS) and Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS).
If you’re a detail‑driven scientist with a passion for analytical excellence, we’d like to hear from you.
Closing date: 12 noon, Friday, 14 November 2025
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