Researcher II (Analytical Development)

THIS POSITION WILL BE BASED IN R&D CENTRE AT BUKIT RAJA, KLANG, SELANGOR.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Identify the chemical composition, properties, and behaviours of substances through analytical techniques such as spectroscopy, chromatography, and electrophoresis.
• Major part of the work is conducting end-to-end tests and experiments, but they also develop new analytical methods and manage laboratory logistics and regulatory compliance.
• Provide technical knowledge and scientific insight as well as hands-on execution to develop, validate and transfer analytical methods.
• Perform physical and chemical analysis of raw materials, in-process and finished oleochemical and its derivatives products according to compendial or non-routine approaches to solve challenging technical problems related to purity, manufacturing, stability and others.
• Interpret analytical results using appropriate statistical test and write technical report to provide to sales and business unit, manufacture, and technical service team.
• Actively provide analytical support to applied research and synthesis teams in developing new products.
• Prepare report and present to top management on research and project update/outcomes.
• Support any laboratory activities to include general upkeep as well as chemical storage and movement and equipment usage and maintenance.

JOB SUCCESS REQUIREMENTS

• Ph.D. or Master in Chemistry with minimum 5 years of relevant industry or academic experiences in analytical chemistry.
• Life sciences graduate will not be considered.
• Ability to achieve and maintain high standards with meticulous attention to detail. Prior experience developing analytical method is preferred.
• High level of creativity and productivity with strong analytical chemistry problem solving skills.
• Ability work accurately in a busy and demanding environment, adhering to strict deadlines/timescales.
• The ability to effectively collaborate with international interdisciplinary teams of scientists and to capture and maintain appropriate records and effectively communicate results is essential.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are required.

ADDITIONAL NOTES/DESIRED SKILLS

• Self-motivated, with the ability to work proactively using own initiatives.
• Hands-on approach, with a 'can-do' attitude.
• Committed to learning and development.