Job Summary
Analytical Scientist – Lucky Star Operations (LSO)
Purpose of the role:
Under the supervision of the FSQA Manager, the Analytical Scientist is responsible for managing a variety of activities, including the transfer of analytical methods, the optimization, the development, and the validation of AOAC, ISO/IEC methods. This position will operate from our Lucky Star Operations site in St. Helena Bay, West Coast.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop SOPs for the appropriate AOAC/ISO/IEC analytical methods.
- Develop and optimize experimental protocols.
- Draft development/validation reports after the execution of the protocol; examine, write, or assist in drafting SOPs for the analytical services.
- Study the failures of the analytical methods by using technics for root cause analysis.
- Consult scientific professionals and scientific literature to obtain assistance in resolving the problems.
- Document the laboratory activity and file all data as required.
- Respect safety regulations and assist in maintaining a safe environment in the laboratory.
- Utilize the laboratory equipment such as scales, pH meters and analytical devices in the execution of procedures.
- Assist, as needed, in carrying out peer reviews of other analytical and scientific chemists before submitting them to Quality Assurance.
- Undertake other tasks as required by management.
- The incumbent would potentially have to work with various external partners or service providers such as academic laboratories, institutions, research centres, test laboratories, or consultants.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Education: BSc Chemistry Degree/National Diploma or BTech Analytical Chemistry
- 3 to 5 years of experience in an analytical lab environment that conducts analysis on foodstuffs and a broad range of other products
- Experience in a range of analytical testing including wet chemistry methods.
- Experience in ISO17025 and experience as a technical signatory will be an advantage.
- Working knowledge of and experience in operating and maintaining an HPLC.
- Data interpretation and report writing.
- Method development and validation, including concomitant compiling and documenting methods.
- Knowledge and competence in using all Microsoft packages including MSWord, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
Knowledge, Skills and Attributes & Essential Competencies:
- Ability to determine objectives and respect deadlines.
- Ability to prioritize.
- Ability to generate ideas and find solutions.
- Ability to work independently and in a team.
- Team spirit and willingness to help.
- Versatility and flexibility.
- The incumbent should be highly motivated and should provide a record of achievements in different analytical projects.
- Well-organized and respect deadlines
Ability to work in a multidisciplinary environment and enjoy excellent verbal and written communication skills.
In support of the company’s Employment Equity Plan, applicants from designated groups will be given preference for this position.