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The Ministry of Transport and Mining invites applications from suitably qualified individuals to be assigned to/ fill the following post:
Senior Laboratory Technician (SOG/ST 4)(Not Vacant)
Job Purpose
To carry out analysis of soils, rocks, water and other types of samples using instrumental and other analytical techniques. To provide other support services to ensure an efficiently functioning analytical facility.
Key Responsibilities
Technical
Determines common cations on various sample type using Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy (AAS), Optical Emission Spectroscopy (OES), Graphite Furnace and Cold Vapor AAS;
Determines common anions, including nitrates, phosphates etc, using Colorimetrics or Spectrophotometris procedures including UV-visible Spectrometry and Continuous Flow Automated Analyzers (FIA);
Determines common anions Ion Chromatography;
Performs calibration and accuracy verification checks on testing equipment;
Performs quality control checks on each sample batch analyzed;
Updates databases, inventories and logs books that are required for efficient functioning of the laboratories;
Performs sample digestion, chemical preparations and wet chemical analysis;
Registers samples submitted to the Laboratory for analysis
Management/Administrative
Produces analytical reports and invoices for samples analyzed;
Procures gases, chemicals and other supplies which are needed for day-to-day functioning of the Laboratories;
Assists with training of junior laboratory staff in the use and maintenance of common laboratory equipment, Titrimetrics, Gravimetric and Spectrophotometric Analytical techniques.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Competencies
Working knowledge of the principles and practice of analytical chemistry
Sound knowledge of experimental chemistry
Working knowledge of instrumental methods of analysis
Excellent problem solving techniques
Excellent knowledge of standard laboratory safety practices and emergency procedures
Knowledge of the relevant computer applications
Laboratory quality assurance
Excellent interpersonal skills
Excellent leadership skills
Excellent organizational skills
Initiative
Team work and cooperation
Minimum Required Qualification and Experience
Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry or any other closely related qualification
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