Inorganic Group Leader, Analytical Chemistry Lab
Overview
You lead daily operations of the Inorganic Chemistry laboratory, directing analytical testing, sample flow, and regulatory compliance. You manage a team of Chemist I-III, driving method development and troubleshooting with ICP-MS and ICP-OES. You balance hands-on lab work with staff mentorship, serving as the technical authority for internal teams and clients. This role offers the chance to shape laboratory capabilities in a global food safety testing environment, with full ownership of quality and performance.
What You'll Do10
- 1Direct daily operations of the Inorganic Chemistry laboratory, ensuring compliant and efficient workflows.
- 2Oversee sample throughput, delivering accurate results within ISO 17025 quality standards.
- 3Allocate laboratory workload and staffing to meet turnaround targets.
- 4Supervise and develop Chemist I, II, and III, providing feedback and career guidance.
- 5Perform analytical testing with ICP-MS and ICP-OES, maintaining hands-on technical expertise.
- 6Lead method development and validation for new inorganic analytes.
- 7Collaborate with quality assurance to maintain accreditation and QA/QC compliance.
- 8Manage instrumentation maintenance and troubleshooting to ensure reliable performance.
- 9Serve as technical resource for sales, supporting client inquiries on testing capabilities.
- 10Drive continuous improvement in safety, quality, and productivity across lab operations.
Requirements10
- 1Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related field.
- 25+ years experience with inorganic analytical instrumentation, including ICP-MS and ICP-OES.
- 33+ years leading chemists in a commercial or analytical testing environment.
- 4Hands-on expertise in method development, validation, and troubleshooting.
- 5Proven track record training and mentoring laboratory personnel.
- 6Working knowledge of QA/QC frameworks and accreditation standards.
- 7Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat.
- 8Strong analytical problem-solving skills for complex technical challenges.
- 9Ability to manage multiple priorities in a high-throughput lab.
- 10High emotional intelligence and collaborative leadership approach.
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