Analytical Discovery Scientist

Matchtech
📍 Marchwood, Hampshire, United Kingdom 💼 Full-time 🕒 Posted June 21, 2026

Job Description

Location: Southampton (5 days on site)
Function: Research & Science / Analytical Centre of Excellence (CoE)
Tenure: Temporary position until mid March 2027

Pay: £29.71 per hour (PAYE)

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Analytical Scientist to join the Analytical Discovery team, providing technical leadership, delivery, and innovation across BAT's New Categories product portfolio. This role is central to the development and deployment of novel analytical approaches and cross‑category method development, supporting product innovation, regulatory engagement, and BAT's Tobacco Harm Reduction (THR) and Sustainable Future ambitions.

Operating as part of the Analytical Centre of Excellence, the role will collaborate closely with global laboratory hubs, cross‑functional stakeholders, and external scientific partners to deliver high‑quality, fit‑for‑purpose analytical data.

Key Objectives & Expectations

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Job Details

  • Location Marchwood, Hampshire
  • Job Type Full-time
  • Category other-general
  • Posted Date June 21, 2026
  • Application Deadline July 31, 2026