Laboratory Chemist (ICP-MS)

WHAT IS ON OFFER

Alfred H Knight has an exciting opportunity for a Laboratory Chemist-ICP-MS  to join our team in Zambia. In this role you will be responsible for trace and ultra-trace elemental analysis using Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry (ICP-MS). The role also covers supervising and coordinating work in the General Analysis Laboratory, as delegated by the Geochemistry Specialist, to ensure cost-effective operations, defensible data and quality service to all clients.

ABOUT US

Alfred H Knight is a totally independent, family owned business spanning five generations. A global network of strategically placed offices and laboratories enable global trade by providing independent inspection, analysis and consultancy services to the metals and minerals, solid fuels and agriculture industries.

We have honed and carefully crafted our reputation. Delivering knowledge and professionalism in all aspects of weighing, sampling and analysis. We thrive by continuing to re-invest in our facilities, technology and people. Click here to find out more about AHK.

DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES?

To be successful at Alfred H Knight you will need to display the following:

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND WORK EXPERIENCE 

Required Competencies

• Strong hands-on analytical skills and ICP-MS operation and troubleshooting ability
• Knowledge of trace-element analysis, interference correction and QA/QC principles
• Working knowledge of LIMS and laboratory quality systems
• Leadership and supervisory skills
• Good communication skills with co-workers, superiors and clients
• Safety conscious
• Co-operative team worker
• Good timekeeping and ability to work to deadlines
•  Acts in line with company goals and values

Required Work Experience

• Minimum of 4 years experience in a testing laboratory
• Hands-on ICP-MS experience, preferably in a minerals, metals, Geochemistry or environmental laboratory (desirable).

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry or a related chemical science
• Member of the Chemical Society of Zambia
• First Aid Certificate

BENEFITS 

We are offering an excellent opportunity with a salary and benefits package to match including pension, life assurance and an employee assistance programme.

If you are invited to interview, please let us know if there are any reasonable adjustments we can make to the recruitment process that will enable you to perform to the best of your ability.

Alfred H Knight is committed to creating a diverse & inclusive environment and hence welcomes applications from all sections of the community.