Senior Environmental Chemistry Research Scientist

Placements24; Benoni; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement match

Professional development

Research facilities access

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dynamic Research Scientist to join our Environmental Chemistry division in Benoni. You will conduct laboratory and field studies to assess environmental contamination and develop analytical methods for pollutants.

The ideal candidate holds a Ph.D. in Environmental/Analytical Chemistry, has at least three years' experience, and is proficient with GC-MS, LC-MS, ICP-MS and spectrophotometry.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Environmental/Analytical Chemistry required.
• Minimum of 3 years of environmental research experience.
• Experience with GC-MS/LC-MS/ICP-MS and spectrophotometry.
• Strong data analysis and scientific communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct laboratory and field studies to assess environmental contamination and impact.
• Develop and validate analytical methods for pollutants.
• Analyze samples (water, soil, air) using advanced instrumentation.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams on environmental challenges.
• Prepare technical reports, publications, and grant proposals.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Ph.D. in Environmental/Analytical Chemistry

Tools

GC-MS

LC-MS

ICP-MS

Spectrophotometry

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a dynamic Research Scientist to join our Environmental Chemistry division in Benoni. You will conduct laboratory and field studies to assess environmental contamination and develop analytical methods for pollutants.

The ideal candidate holds a Ph.D. in Environmental/Analytical Chemistry, has at least three years' experience, and is proficient with GC-MS, LC-MS, ICP-MS and spectrophotometry.