Laboratory Analyst

Ostrea Mineral Laboratories; San Fernando; On-site; PHP 357,000 - 580,000; Full time

Job summary

Ostrea Mineral Laboratories, a Philippine environmental testing lab, seeks a detail-oriented Registered Chemical Technician or Licensed Chemist to perform high-precision analyses and maintain quality controls. You will handle trace metal determinations, manage inventory, and ensure SOP compliance in a structured lab setting.

The role welcomes both entry-level and experienced candidates with strong analytical skills and a PRC license, and emphasizes accuracy, safety, and meticulous record-keeping

Qualifications

• Graduate with BS Chemistry or BS Chemical Engineering.
• Licensed Chemist or Registered Chemical Technician (PRC licensed).
• Experience in environmental testing laboratory is an advantage.
• Familiarity with AAS, wet chemistry and 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 Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy (AAS) and perform MIBK extractions for Cd, Pb, Ni, and Au determination.
• Oversee receipt, logging, and monitoring of incoming air samples to ensure sample integrity.
• Perform quarterly Laboratory Fortified Blank (LFB) digestions for Ag, Pb, As, Se.
• Validate expired stock standards and reference solutions to maintain test accuracy.
• Prepare reagents, calibration standards, and samples per SOPs.
• Maintain up-to-date inventory of stock solutions and reagents.

Skills

Analytical chemistry

Attention to detail

AAS familiarity

Education

BS Chemistry

BS Chemical Engineering

Tools

AAS instrumentation

MIBK extraction

Job description

About the role

We are seeking a detail-oriented Registered Chemical Technician or Licensed Chemist to join our environmental testing laboratory team. In this role, you will perform high-precision chemical analyses on environmental samples, ensure compliance with quality control standards, and manage laboratory inventory. This position is open to both entry-level and experienced professionals who are passionate about analytical chemistry and environmental safety.

Key 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 of BS Chemistry, BS Chemical Engineering, or any related science course
• Must be a Licensed Chemist or Registered 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