Chemistry Lab Analyst/Technician

Impactiva; Singapore; On-site; SGD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A premier analytical laboratory in Singapore is seeking a Laboratory Technician to perform various analytical tests and ensure accurate reporting of results. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry and familiarity with laboratory practices, along with experience in operating laboratory instruments like HPLC and GC. This role emphasizes the importance of safety and adherence to ISO/IEC standards.

Qualifications

• 1 to 3 years of laboratory experience preferred.
• Familiarity with Good Laboratory Practices or ISO 17025 standards required.

Responsibilities

• Perform various analytical tests and ensure timely testing of samples.
• Maintain in-depth understanding of statistics and analytical techniques.
• Operate, maintain and troubleshoot laboratory equipment.
• Document and assess analytical methods in consultation with senior staff.
• Ensure compliance with laboratory management system to ISO/IEC 17025.

Skills

Analytical testing

Laboratory equipment maintenance

Statistical analysis

ISO/IEC 17025 standards

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry

Tools

HPLC

GC

UV-Vis

FTIR

ICP

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• Perform various analytical tests and ensure that all incoming samples are tested and completed on time using the appropriate test methods and good laboratory practices, along with the proper reporting and maintenance of records.
• Maintain an in-depth understanding of statistics and analytical techniques.
• Operate, maintain and troubleshoot laboratory equipment.
• To uphold the scientific integrity and professional reputation of both themselves and of the laboratory and exercise professional judgement and seek advice from senior staff with complex issues.
• To document, revise and assess the analytical methods used in the laboratory in consultation with the Team Leader or Operations Manager.
• Ensure the implementation and maintenance of the laboratory management system to the ISO/IEC 17025 standard.
• Notify the laboratory supervisor or Team Leader of any "out-of-spec" or erroneous results, retests or other issues or problems with samples and analyses for prompt actions.
• Report all customer complaints or concerns to the Team Leader or Operations Manager promptly. Assist in the investigation to determine the root cause and ensure effective corrective actions and improvements are identified and implemented.
• Responsible for reviewing and confirming the accuracy and integrity of tests before reporting results on LIMS.
• Sign off reports as an approved SAC signatory for the appropriate discipline (where applicable).
• Responsible for maintaining laboratory inventory of consumables and chemicals and updating as needed.
• Participate and contribute to health and safety continuous improvement initiatives. Report all incidents, including near misses, whether or not these incidents involve actual consequences, ensure safe work practices are followed and proactively promote safe behaviour and injury prevention. Participate in training and working safely including the proper use of safety equipment. Ensure safety at work is top priority.
  
  

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related field.
• 1 to 3 years of laboratory experience preferred (entry-level candidates may be considered for junior roles).
• Familiarity with Good Laboratory Practices, Good Manufacturing Practices or ISO 17025 standards.
• Prior experience using laboratory instrumetns (e.g. HPLC, GC, UV-Vis, FTIR, ICP, etc.) is strongly preferred.