Group Leader – Residue Analysis Laboratory

Group Leader – Residue Analysis Laboratory

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Job Overview

Group Leader – Residue Analysis Laboratory

SANTE/SANTA

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the

  Residue Analysis Laboratory team

  , ensuring efficient and compliant operations
• Oversee residue testing activities in compliance with

  FSSAI, APEDA, Agmark, EIC, and NABL

  standards
• Develop, validate, optimize, and troubleshoot analytical methods using

  chromatography and mass spectrometry

• Implement and supervise

  SANTE/SANTA

  and

  QuEChERS

  methodologies for accurate residue analysis
• Lead advanced analysis of

  PFAS, PFOS, Dioxins, and Furans

  in complex matrices
• Ensure proper operation, calibration, and maintenance of key analytical instruments:

• LC-MS/MS

• GC-MS/MS

• HRGC

• Prepare, review, and approve technical reports ensuring regulatory compliance and data integrity
• Lead and manage

  regulatory audits

  and certifications including

  NABL, FSSAI, APEDA, and EIC

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive

  continuous improvement

  , staff training, and laboratory efficiency

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree

  in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related field

• Master’s degree or Ph.D. preferred

• Minimum

  10 years of experience

  in residue analysis laboratories
• At least

  5 years in a leadership or supervisory role

• Strong technical expertise in:

• SANTE/SANTA & QuEChERS

• PFAS, PFOS, Dioxins, and Furans analysis

• LC-MS/MS, GC-MS/MS, HRGC

• In-depth knowledge of regulatory standards:

• FSSAI, APEDA, Agmark, EIC, NABL

• Proven experience in leading

  regulatory and accreditation audits

• Expertise in

  instrument calibration, maintenance, and compliance

• Familiarity with

  LIMS

  , data analysis software, and quality control systems
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills

How to Apply

updated CV

asima.mondal@efrac.org

+91 83369 61028

Regards,

Asima Mondal

EFRAC – A QIMA Company