Laboratory Analyst

Asiaphil Laboratory; Santo Tomas; On-site; PHP 279,000 - 469,000; Full time

Job summary

Asiaphil Laboratory invites applications for a Physical and Chemical Analyst to perform water analyses per approved laboratory procedures, standard methods, and the lab’s quality management system. You will ensure accurate, timely results while maintaining equipment, records, and regulatory compliance.

The role includes sample preparation, instrument calibration, data review, and reporting findings to the Lab Supervisor.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related field.
• Knowledge of laboratory analytical methods, equipment operation, calibration, and quality control procedures.
• Ability to accurately perform calculations, interpret analytical data, and maintain complete laboratory records.
• Good organizational, analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to undergo relevant training and competency assessments.
• A valid PRC license or other applicable professional qualification when mandated by law or regulatory requirements.
• Relevant 2 years experience in physical and chemical water analysis is an advantage.
• Familiarity with applicable water quality standards, laboratory SOPs, and DOH requirements is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receive, verify, label, and prepare water samples for physical and chemical analysis.
• Check sample identification, condition, preservation, and holding times in accordance with established procedures.
• Prepare reagents, standards, and solutions required for laboratory testing.
• Perform physical and chemical analyses of water samples using approved laboratory methods.
• Operate and maintain laboratory instruments and equipment, such as pH meters, turbidimeters, UV-Vis spectrophotometers, AAS, and analytical balances.
• Conduct instrument calibration, performance verification, and routine quality control checks.
• Perform calculations, review analytical data, and ensure the accuracy and completeness of test results.
• Identify and report abnormal findings, out-of-specification results, and potential testing errors to the Laboratory Supervisor.
• Accurately record analytical procedures, observations, calculations, and results in laboratory worksheets and logbooks.
• Perform routine cleaning, care, and maintenance of laboratory instruments and equipment.

Skills

Lab methods

Data interpretation

Analytical thinking

Documentation

Communication

Training readiness

PRC eligibility

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry

Tools

pH meters

Turbidimeters

UV-Vis spectrophotometers

Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometers (AAS)

Analytical balances

Job description

About the role

The Physical and Chemical Analyst is responsible for performing physical and chemical analyses of water samples in accordance with approved laboratory procedures, applicable standard methods, and the laboratory's quality management system. The position ensures accurate, reliable, and timely test results while maintaining laboratory equipment, records, and compliance with applicable regulatory and safety requirements.

Key responsibilities

• Receive, verify, label, and prepare water samples for physical and chemical analysis
• Check sample identification, condition, preservation, and holding times in accordance with established procedures
• Prepare reagents, standards, and solutions required for laboratory testing
• Perform physical and chemical analyses of water samples using approved laboratory methods
• Operate and maintain laboratory instruments and equipment, such as pH meters, turbidimeters, UV-Vis spectrophotometers, Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometers (AAS), and analytical balances
• Conduct instrument calibration, performance verification, and routine quality control checks
• Perform calculations, review analytical data, and ensure the accuracy and completeness of test results
• Identify and report abnormal findings, out-of-specification results, and potential testing errors to the Laboratory Supervisor
• Accurately record analytical procedures, observations, calculations, and results in laboratory worksheets and logbooks
• Perform routine cleaning, care, and maintenance of laboratory instruments and equipment

About you

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, or another related field appropriate to the assigned testing activities
• Knowledge of laboratory analytical methods, equipment operation, calibration, and quality control procedures
• Ability to accurately perform calculations, interpret analytical data, and maintain complete laboratory records
• Good organizational, analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Willingness to undergo relevant training and competency assessments
• A valid PRC license or other applicable professional qualification when mandated by law or regulatory requirements
• Relevant 2 years experience in physical and chemical water analysis is an advantage
• Familiarity with applicable water quality standards, laboratory SOPs, and DOH requirements is preferred