Analytical Chemist

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 640,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

State-of-the-art instruments

Professional development

Collaborative lab environment

Quality assurance role

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Analytical Chemist for their Kimberley laboratory to perform broad analytical testing on materials and finished products. You will use GC, HPLC, AAS, ICP and FTIR, develop and validate methods, and ensure data quality in a quality-controlled laboratory environment.

The role emphasizes meticulous data interpretation, accurate reporting, and adherence to regulatory standards within the mining and industrial sectors in the Northern Cape.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry with Analytical Chemistry specialization.
• At least 3 years of hands-on analytical laboratory experience.
• Proficiency operating GC, HPLC, AAS, ICP and FTIR instruments.
• Strong data interpretation and precise reporting skills.
• Detail-oriented and committed to accuracy in Kimberley.

Responsibilities

• Perform quantitative and qualitative analyses on raw materials, intermediates, and finished products.
• Operate and maintain GC, HPLC, AAS, ICP, FTIR equipment.
• Develop, validate, and implement new analytical methods.
• Interpret data, prepare reports, and communicate results to stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with laboratory quality standards and regulatory requirements.
• Troubleshoot analytical equipment and methodologies.

Skills

Analytical Chemistry

Quality control

Data interpretation

Troubleshooting

Laboratory techniques

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry (Analytical Chemistry)

Tools

GC

HPLC

AAS

ICP

FTIR

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Analytical Chemist to join their quality control and research laboratory in Kimberley . This role is vital for performing a wide range of analytical tests on raw materials, intermediates, and finished products to ensure they meet stringent quality specifications. You will utilize sophisticated analytical instrumentation and methodologies to generate accurate and reliable data. The ideal candidate possesses a strong foundation in analytical chemistry, meticulous laboratory techniques, and a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of quality and accuracy, supporting the industrial and mining sectors in the Northern Cape.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform quantitative and qualitative analysis of various chemical substances using advanced instrumentation.
• Operate and maintain analytical equipment such as GC, HPLC, AAS, ICP, and FTIR.
• Develop, validate, and implement new analytical methods as required.
• Interpret analytical data, prepare reports, and communicate results to relevant stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with laboratory quality standards and regulatory requirements.
• Troubleshoot analytical equipment and methodologies to resolve issues.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or a related scientific field, with a specialization in Analytical Chemistry.
• Minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience in an analytical chemistry laboratory.
• Proficiency in operating and maintaining a variety of analytical instruments.
• Strong understanding of analytical techniques and method validation principles.
• Excellent data interpretation and reporting skills.
• Meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy in Kimberley .

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Access to state-of-the-art analytical instrumentation.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• A collaborative laboratory environment.
• Play a key role in quality assurance for diverse industries in Kimberley .