Laboratory Analyst

Ostrea Mineral Laboratories, Inc.; Pampanga; On-site; PHP 223,000 - 469,000; Full time

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HMO

Job summary

Ostrea Mineral Laboratories, Inc. is seeking a qualified laboratory professional for metals analysis. The role focuses on trace metal analysis in water, mineral, and air matrices using AAS, with MIBK extractions for Cd, Pb, Ni, and Au.

The ideal candidate holds a BS in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering, with PRC license or eligibility, and has experience in environmental testing, meticulous record-keeping, and strong safety discipline. On-site position with HMO benefits.

Qualifications

• BS Chemistry or BS Chemical Engineering required or related science degree.
• PRC licensed Chemist or Registered Chemical Technician required or eligible.
• Experience in environmental testing laboratory is an advantage.
• Familiarity with AAS instrumentation, wet chemistry techniques, and chemical safety protocols preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct trace metal analysis for Cd, Ni, Zn, Mo, Sn, Bi, Pt, and Au in water, mineral, and air matrices.
• Utilize Flame/Graphite Furnace AAS and perform MIBK liquid–liquid extractions for Cd, Pb, Ni, and Au determination.
• Oversee receipt, logging, and monitoring of incoming air samples to ensure sample integrity.
• Perform quarterly LFB digestions for Ag, Pb, As, Se in water analysis.
• Validate expired stock standards and reference solutions to maintain test accuracy.
• Prepare reagents, calibration standards, and samples per SOPs.
• Maintain meticulous inventory of stock solutions and reagents.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

BS Chemistry

BS Chemical Engineering

PRC Licensed Chemist or Registered Chemical Technician

Tools

AAS instrumentation

MIBK extraction

Wet chemistry techniques

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Responsibilities

• Conduct trace metal analysis for Cadmium (Cd), Nickel (Ni), Zinc (Zn), Molybdenum (Mo), Tin (Sn), Bismuth (Bi), Platinum (Pt), and Gold (Au) in water, mineral, and air matrices
• Utilize Flame/Graphite Furnace Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy (AAS) and perform MIBK (Methyl Isobutyl Ketone) liquid‑liquid extractions for Cd, Pb, Ni, and Au determination
• Oversee the receipt, logging, and monitoring of incoming air samples to ensure sample integrity
• Perform quarterly Laboratory Fortified Blank (LFB) digestions for critical water analysis parameters (Ag, Pb, As, Se)
• Validate expired stock standards and reference solutions to maintain test accuracy
• Prepare accurate chemical reagents, calibration standards, and samples strictly adhering to standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Maintain a meticulous and up-to-date inventory of stock solutions and reagents for assigned analytical parameters

About you

• Graduate ofBS Chemistry,BS Chemical Engineering, or any related science course
• Must be aLicensed ChemistorRegistered Chemical Technician(PRC licensed)
• Experience in an environmental testing laboratory is an advantage
• Familiarity with AAS instrumentation, wet chemistry techniques, and chemical safety protocols is preferred
• Excellent analytical skills, high attention to detail, strong organizational habits, and the ability to work effectively in a structured laboratory environment

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