Chief Chemist/ Research Officer

Job Title: Chief Chemist / Research Officer

Job Purpose:
To oversee laboratory operations, validate and analyze required parameters, and ensure accurate entry of results into computerized systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform advanced chemical and instrumental analyses, including AAS and GC (if used).
• Supervise and support Assistant Chemists and Field Observers in water quality testing.
• Prepare solutions, organize work programs, maintain records, and prepare reports.
• Conduct method development and troubleshooting in consultation with senior chemists.
• Set up and validate newly received instruments, ensuring quality control practices.
• Maintain laboratory equipment, glassware, consumables, and documentation.
• Review and submit monthly testing reports by the 5th of each month.
• Ensure compliance with laboratory protocols, data accuracy, and good laboratory practices.
• Attend training sessions at state, divisional, and district levels; apply learnings to improve lab practices.
• Handle responsibilities in absence of Assistant Chemist, including supervising lab operations.
• Perform outdoor sampling and other assigned duties as directed by the Laboratory Incharge/Departmental Authorities.

Reporting & Interactions:

• With Assistant Chemist: Supervise GC and AAS analyses, troubleshoot equipment/analysis issues.
• With Field Staff: Provide guidance on sampling and equipment usage.
• With Head of Laboratory: Report on lab functioning and operational challenges.
• With Staff Members: Share knowledge on laboratory techniques, special studies, and supervision.

Reports directly to the Head of Laboratory/Laboratory Incharge in accordance with established procedures and good laboratory practices.

Qualifications:

• Education: MSc Chemistry (MS-CIT preferred).
• Experience:
• Minimum 2 years in a chemical laboratory.
• Minimum 1 year in a water quality laboratory.
• Experience in computerized data processing and advanced instrumental analysis (desirable).
• Skills:
• Strong knowledge of water quality parameters and testing methods.
• Familiarity with modern laboratory instruments and troubleshooting techniques.
• Computer proficiency (MS-CIT).

Workload Distribution:

• 50% – Performing chemical and instrumental analysis.
• 20% – Quality control.
• 20% – Troubleshooting and method checking.
• 10% – Management of consumables.

Job Types: Full-time, Fresher

Pay: ₹12,000.00 - ₹25,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Provident Fund

Work Location: In person