Analytical Chemist

Job description

Are you looking for an interesting role where you can use your analytical chemistry skills and experience to contribute to post-approval surveillance monitoring of pesticide residues in food? An opportunity has arisen to join the Pesticide Residue in Food (PRiF) Team within the Chemistry Section at SASA. The PRiF monitoring programme is required as part of the national pesticide regime and contributes to food safety and good agricultural practice. As one of the official laboratories of the scheme the team carry out pesticide analysis for several food surveys each year. As an Analytical Chemist, your primary role will be to assist in the chemical analysis of samples submitted as part of PRiF, using a variety of analytical techniques. As SASA’s Chemistry laboratory is ISO 17025 accredited you will be required to demonstrate you can work within these quality parameters operating competently and generating valid results, thereby promoting confidence in our work. The post-holder will be part of a team of analytical chemists, will have good communication skills to ensure all deadlines and quality standards are met. Responsibilities: Monitor the performance of laboratory equipment to ensu...