At Elementar UK, a subsidiary of the Elementar Group headquartered in Langenselbold, Germany, we specialise in the sales and marketing, support, and manufacturing of Isotope Ratio Mass Spectrometers (IRMS) systems, and related instruments. With a strong commitment to innovation, quality, and diverse applications, Elementar UK plays a pivotal role in ensuring the accuracy, reliability, and efficiency of IRMS across various sectors. Our operations are based in Stockport, Greater Manchester, where cutting-edge R&D and advanced instrument servicing take place.
Are you a skilled and proactive Application Specialist with a strong background in analytical chemistry and a passion for problem-solving? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where scientific rigour and customer interaction go hand-in-hand? If so, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity to join our growing team in Greater Manchester.
We’re seeking a motivated and technically capable Application Specialist with a degree or higher in analytical chemistry or a related scientific field. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills, with experience in laboratory-based analysis—preferably elemental analysis—and a desire to apply that knowledge in a customer-focused, application-driven environment.
You’ll need excellent communication skills and a strong customer service orientation, as this role involves delivering training, demonstrations, and technical support both remotely and on-site. A keen attention to detail, along with a structured and independent working style, is essential. You should be confident managing your time, prioritising tasks, and adapting to changing demands.
Above all, we value team players who bring a proactive, curious mindset and a drive for continuous improvement. A willingness to travel (up to 20% within the UK and Europe) is required.
We value a strong work ethic, ownership of tasks, and consistent delivery of high-quality results. At Elementar, we embody core values such as Growth Mindset, Positive Attitude, Willingness to Learn, Sense of Responsibility, Proactive, and Passion. These values are essential and will make you a perfect fit for our team.
Additionally, you must be eligible to work in the UK.
- Carry out and evaluate application measurements to support product performance and relevance
- Deliver technical product demonstrations, webinars, and training (on-site and remote)
- Maintain and calibrate laboratory instruments, ensuring high performance and reliability
- Support customers throughout the pre-sales and post-sales process
- Develop tailored application solutions based on specific customer needs
- Present technical findings clearly to both customers and internal teams
- Contribute to application development and continuous improvement initiatives
- Collaborate with R&D on prototype testing and validation activities
- Ensure all work complies with quality standards and project objectives
- Competitive salary
- Company bonus incentive scheme
- 23 days initially (increasing to 25 days after one year) plus bank holidays
- Company pension scheme
- 4 x salary life assurance scheme
- Cyclescheme & Tech/Home scheme
- Salary sacrifice options: pension and electric vehicles (EVs)
- Flexible, compressed working week to finish early on a Friday
- Opportunity to work in an open and vibrant team, with flat hierarchies and short coordination channels
We welcome applications from a wide and diverse pool of candidates, regardless of their background, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability, or any other characteristic and where people can be their authentic selves. Employees are valued for the strengths they bring to our company.
Our recruitment process is built on the principles of fairness and equal opportunity, ensuring that all applicants are evaluated solely on their qualifications, skills, and experiences.
Why Join Us?
At Elementar UK, you'll be part of a close-knit, science-led team working at the forefront of analytical instrumentation. You’ll enjoy a varied and challenging role where your expertise will have real-world impact, supporting customers across academia, industry, and environmental science.
Elementar UK Ltd
Isoprime House, Earl Road, Cheadle Hulme, Stockport, SK8 6PT