Laboratory Chemist

Herbanext Laboratories, Inc.; Negros Occidental; On-site; PHP 420,000 - 720,000; Full time

Job summary

Herbanext Laboratories, Inc. in the Philippines seeks a Laboratory Chemist / Physico-Chemical Supervisor to lead the Physico-Chemical Laboratory operations and ensure timely turnaround of testing activities.

The role combines hands-on laboratory work with supervisory duties to maintain technical quality and mentor staff. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry, a current PRC Chemist License, and 2–3 years in analytical testing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry or a related scientific discipline.
• Active PRC Chemist License.
• Preferably 2–3 years of experience in an analytical testing laboratory.
• Experience in physicochemical analysis and laboratory operations.
• Experience in analytical method verification and/or validation.
• Knowledge of root cause analysis, CAPA, and risk assessment.
• Experience in reviewing technical and laboratory documentation.
• Strong understanding of GLP, laboratory safety, and quality systems.
• Knowledge of GMP, HALAL, ISO 9001, ASEAN Cosmetic GMP, and FDA guidelines is an advantage.
• Training or experience in Pollution Control Officer (PCO) functions, environmental compliance, or hazardous waste management is an advantage.
• Strong leadership, coaching, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently while effectively coordinating with laboratory personnel and other departments.
• Willingness to perform hands‑on laboratory work while managing supervisory responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the day-to-day operations and testing activities of the Physico-Chemical Laboratory.
• Plan and prioritize laboratory testing activities to ensure timely completion within established turnaround times (TAT).
• Perform hands‑on physicochemical testing and analysis as needed.
• Review laboratory worksheets, test records, and analytical documentation for completeness and accuracy.
• Conduct and support analytical method verification and related technical activities.
• Lead investigations of out-of-specification (OOS), abnormal, or atypical analytical results and support appropriate corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with laboratory safety requirements, chemical handling procedures, and chemical waste disposal practices.
• Oversee the calibration, maintenance, and proper use of laboratory equipment.
• Ensure laboratory activities are conducted in accordance with applicable GLP, ISO, GMP, and other relevant quality and regulatory requirements.
• Directly supervise, mentor, coach, and evaluate laboratory analysts, laboratory aides, and trainees.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the Physico-Chemical Laboratory.
• Perform other laboratory-related responsibilities as may be assigned.

Skills

PRC Chemist License

Analytical Testing

GLP/GMP Knowledge

Leadership

Quality Systems

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry or related field

Tools

Laboratory Instruments

Job description

Company Description

Herbanext Laboratories, Inc. is a Philippine-based laboratory and research organization specializing in natural, herbal, and plant-based products. Through its Analytical Laboratory Services (ALAB), the company provides analytical and quality testing services supporting research, product development, manufacturing, and quality assurance.

We are committed to reliable analytical results, sound scientific practices, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement in laboratory operations.

Role Description

Laboratory Chemist / Physico-Chemical Supervisor will provide operational and technical supervision of the Physico-Chemical Laboratory, ensuring that laboratory testing activities are properly planned, prioritized, performed, reviewed, and completed within established turnaround times.

The role is both hands‑on and supervisory, with responsibility for maintaining technical quality while supporting the development and performance of laboratory personnel.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supervise the day-to-day operations and testing activities of the Physico-Chemical Laboratory.
• Plan and prioritize laboratory testing activities to ensure timely completion within established turnaround times (TAT).
• Perform hands‑on physicochemical testing and analysis as needed.
• Review laboratory worksheets, test records, and analytical documentation for completeness and accuracy.
• Conduct and support analytical method verification and related technical activities.
• Lead investigations of out-of-specification (OOS), abnormal, or atypical analytical results and support appropriate corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with laboratory safety requirements, chemical handling procedures, and chemical waste disposal practices.
• Oversee the calibration, maintenance, and proper use of laboratory equipment.
• Ensure laboratory activities are conducted in accordance with applicable GLP, ISO, GMP, and other relevant quality and regulatory requirements.
• Directly supervise, mentor, coach, and evaluate laboratory analysts, laboratory aides, and trainees.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the Physico-Chemical Laboratory.
• Perform other laboratory-related responsibilities as may be assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry or a related scientific discipline.
• Active PRC Chemist License.
• Preferably 2–3 years of experience in an analytical testing laboratory.
• Experience in physicochemical analysis and laboratory operations.
• Experience in analytical method verification and/or validation.
• Knowledge of root cause analysis, CAPA, and risk assessment.
• Experience in reviewing technical and laboratory documentation.
• Strong understanding of Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), laboratory safety, and quality systems.
• Knowledge of relevant regulatory and quality standards, including GMP, HALAL, ISO 9001, ASEAN Cosmetic GMP, and FDA guidelines, is an advantage.
• Training or experience in Pollution Control Officer (PCO) functions, environmental compliance, or hazardous waste management is an advantage.
• Strong leadership, coaching, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently while effectively coordinating with laboratory personnel and other departments.
• Willingness to perform hands‑on laboratory work while managing supervisory responsibilities.