Senior Researcher: Residue Laboratory

2 weeks ago

Onderstepoort, South Africa The Agricultural Research Council Full time

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 students, and visiting Scientists.
- Manage and maintain infrastructure and maintain accreditation status of the Residue Laboratory.
- PhD or DTech in Analytical Chemistry/ Bioanalytical/ Chemistry/ Environmental Chemistry/ Biochemistry or related field.
- 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 Alison Lubisi - Tel: (012) 529 9338**

**CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 12 SEPTEMBER 2025**

Applications accompanied by a covering letter, detailed CV with at least three recent (3) contactable referees. Certified copies of certificates, supporting documents and a copy of driver’s license must be attached on the form.

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