Chemistry Head (Food)

House of Measurement; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading laboratory in Saudi Arabia is seeking a full-time Chemistry section head in Riyadh. In this role, you will oversee research and development activities, providing technical support to internal and external teams within the chemistry field. The ideal candidate will have an advanced degree in Chemistry, strong expertise in its practical applications, and excellent leadership and project management skills. Familiarity with industry standards in product testing is a plus.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Research and Development (R&D) and innovation in scientific projects.
• Knowledge and application of Toxicology and Drug Design principles, especially in relation to product testing.
• Familiarity with industry standards and regulations in Food, Feed, water, and Cosma.

Responsibilities

• Oversee research and development (R&D) activities.
• Provide technical support to internal and external teams within the chemistry field.

Skills

Project Management skills to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and manage resources effectively

Strong expertise in Chemistry and its practical applications

Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills

Education

Advanced degree in Chemistry or a related scientific discipline

Job description

This is a full-time, on-site role for a Chemistry section head based in Riyadh at our CAPA Laboratories. Responsibilities include overseeing research and development (R&D) activities, providing technical support to internal and external team within the chemistry field.

Skills

• Project Management skills to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and manage resources effectively
• Advanced degree in Chemistry or a related scientific discipline
• Familiarity with industry standards and regulations Food, Feed , water , Cosma. (familiarity with textile or material science testing is a plus.)
• Strong expertise in Chemistry and its practical applications in laboratory and industry settings.
• Proven experience in Research, Research and Development (R&D), and innovation in scientific projects.
• Knowledge and application of Toxicology and Drug Design principles, especially in relation to product testing.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills.