Job Description

• Manage the Residue Laboratory in diagnostic services and research output particularly for the National Chemical Residue Control and Monitoring Programme.
• Manage the Analytical Services of the PHZ programme together with personnel in the Residue section.
• Develop and validate analytical methods specifically in the fields of, LC-MS/MS and GC (ECD and MS); LCHRMS.
• Strong experience in sample preparation for biological and environmental samples.
• Drive external funding generation.
• Manage a group of technicians and scientists, plan, execute and supervise routine analytical testing of biological samples.
• Trouble shoot technical problems associated with the techniques and tests.
• Train and mentor technicians and young scientists.
• Plan and execute research projects.
• Lead scientific outputs (technical reports, scientific papers and present research findings at national and international conferences.
• Maintain ISO17025 accreditation of the laboratory according to SANAS requirements.
• Develop and manage the budget for the projects.
• Provide scientific guidance and input as well as mentoring/training postgraduate and visiting Scientists.
• Manage and maintain infrastructure and maintain accreditation status of the Residue Laboratory.

• PhD or DTech in Analytical Chemistry or Bioanalytical, Chemistry, or Environmental Chemistry, Biochemistry.
• Minimum of 3 years experience in an analytical, food safety laboratory or research environment.
• Fundamental knowledge of chromatography, ability to work independently and under pressure to ensure that diagnostic samples are processed as required and according to a plan.
• Professional membership, National and international scientific recognition as evidenced by collaborations.
• Presentations at national and/or international scientific forums.
• Evidence of a track record of peer reviewed publications.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal).

Enquiries: Dr Esam Elgorashi, Tel: (012) 529 - 9260Closing Date for Applications: 02 August 2024

The Agricultural Research Council