SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMIST at Advanced Construction Technology Services

Advanced Construction Technology Services; Doha; On-site; QAR 167,000 - 234,000; Full time

Job summary

Advanced Construction Technology Services in Doha, Qatar seeks a Senior Chemistry Lab Analyst to lead environmental chemical analyses, oversee QC, and manage daily lab operations on site.

The role requires a bachelor's degree in chemistry, 7+ years of lab experience, and expertise with Shimadzu instruments, GA/QA procedures, and regulatory methods (USEPA/ASTM/ISO).; strong data interpretation and report-writing skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related field is required.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in environmental chemical analysis laboratories.
• Experience with Shimadzu analytical instruments and lab safety procedures.
• Familiarity with USEPA, ASTM, ISO, APHA methods and QA/QC processes.

Responsibilities

• Ensure a tidy, compliant workplace in the Chemistry Lab.
• Operate, troubleshoot, and interpret results from analytical instruments.
• Perform water and soil testing with accurate data interpretation.
• Maintain inventory and ensure proper space for equipment.
• Check test reports and assist in report preparation.
• Supervise lab technicians and train on tests per standards.
• Prepare test solutions and reagents for tests.
• Evaluate safety procedures and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Monitor procedures to ensure conformity to standards.

Skills

Analytical skills

Laboratory proficiency

Data interpretation

Report writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related discipline

Tools

Shimadzu instruments

LIMS

MS Office

Job description

This Full time on site position offers great opportunities for career growth.

Key Responsibilities;

• Ensure a tidy workplace in the Chemistry Lab
• Demonstrated proficiency in operating, troubleshooting, and interpreting results from advanced analytical instruments, GC (Gas Chromatography), GC-MS (Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry), ICP-OES / ICP-MS (Inductively Coupled Plasma), TOC (Total Organic Carbon Analyzer)
• Proficient in water and soil testing, with strong skills in data interpretation and result accuracy.
• Familiar with quality system requirements, including method validation, calibration, traceability, uncertainty estimation, and technical documentation.
• Maintains a list of inventory of the equipment of the Chemistry Department and ensures good working conditions and adequate space allocation for this equipment.
• Check the test report and assist in the preparation of the reports
• Analyze chemical compounds or substances.
• Conduct quality control tests on construction materials.
• Maintain laboratory instruments to ensure proper working order and troubleshoot malfunctions when needed.
• Supervise chemical lab technicians and train them on different tests as per the standards
• Resolve issues involving other departments as they relate to the Chemistry Lab
• Prepare test solutions, compounds, or reagents for laboratory personnel to conduct tests.
• Evaluate laboratory safety procedures to ensure compliance with standards or to make improvements as needed.
• Monitor operational procedures in technical environments to ensure conformance to standards.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Environmental Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, or related discipline.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in environmental chemical analysis laboratories.
• Experience with Shimadzu analytical instruments Knowledge of laboratory safety and chemical handling procedures.
• Strong knowledge of USEPA, ASTM, ISO, and APHA analytical methods.
• Available in Qatar and Immediate Joiner

Key Competencies

• Strong analytical and laboratory skills.
• Attention to detail and high accuracy in reporting results.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Good communication and report-writing skills.
• Basic computer skills (MS Office, LIMS is a plus)

Job Type: Full-time Education: Bachelor's (Preferred) Experience: In a chemical lab: 7 years (Preferred) Work Location: In person