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Head of Chemistry-Specialized Quality Assurance Laboratory–Clayville

Author: laila hughes   Date posted: 2010/02/17 

Reference number: GA 251

Head of Chemistry

Specialized Quality Assurance Laboratory–Clayville

Reporting to the Head of SQAL, the successful incumbent will lead a team of analysts that provide analytical services of excellent quality for SQAL customers in the ZAR Region.  

Key Responsibilities:

·         Lead a team of analysts, plan and supervise their activities in the Chemistry section of the SQAL.

·         Manage workforce according to business needs and 5 day Turn-Around-Time (TAT)

·         Develop and train analysts by multi-skilling in analytics,

·         Monitor the method performance and compile regular reports to the Head of the laboratory

·         Assess the status of GLP in factory labs through GLP audits

·         Drive efficiency improvement projects within the section by optimizing equipment usage and maintenance

·         Effective implementation and maintenance of SQAL’s Quality System (ISO 17025 aligned), GLP, ICP, SOP, Laboratory safety.

Key Requirements:

• Matric with BSc or BTech in Chemistry/ Analytical chemistry
• 3 years Managerial experience
• Good communication/ interpersonal skills
• Must be able to work under pressure and flexi hours
• Recognised expert in field of an Analytical Speciality e.g. Liquid Chromatography Tandem Mass Spectroscopy (LC-MSMS)
• Experience with food matrix related analytics of advantage
• Knowledge and experience with ISO 17025 would be an advantage
• This job requires regular travel around the country, some travel unplanned.

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