Senior Lab Technician

Job Description

Develop and maintain chromatography methods. Wet chemistry analyses as per standard operating procedures

Job Requirements

REQUIRED MINIMUM EDUCATION/TRAINING 

• MSc in Chemistry with speciality in chromatography
• Qualification in statistics
• ISO 17025 qualification

REQUIRED MINIMUM WORK EXPERIENCE 

• 4-5 years’ experience in a laboratory environment
• At least 1 year experience in development of chromatography and other methodology
• Experience in an accredited laboratory would be an advantage
• Working experience in an animal feed laboratory will be an advantage

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS   

• Chromatography method development
• Wet Chemistry Analysis
• Quality Assurance and Compliance
• Occupational Health and Safety
• Ad Hoc duties

TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE/ COMPETENCIES 

• Fundamental Knowledge of Chemistry
• Numerical acumen
• Advanced Excel

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES 

• Self-starter
• Assertive
• Diligent
• Motivated
• Innovative
• Team player
• Accuracy

Closing Date: 20 May 2026    

Please note that correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Applicants who have not heard from us within 30 days of the closing date may assume that their applications have been unsuccessful and are hereby thanked for their interest.

The filling of this position will be aligned with AFGRI’s Employment Equity Policy.

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