Graduate Trainee (Analytical Chemist) at The Candel FZE

About the Role

We invite applications from suitably qualified candidates for a Graduate Trainee position in Analytical Chemistry. This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop your analytical skills while working in a professional laboratory environment.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Follow and ensure strict safety procedures and standards in the laboratory
• Sample incoming raw materials and perform laboratory tests to ensure materials meet specifications before receipt into warehouse
• Prepare reagents in line with SOP and ensure they are well labelled
• Carry out physico-chemical analysis on in-process and finished products in accordance with defined standard operating procedures and ensure results are well documented in QA records
• Maintain laboratory equipment, glassware, and work benches in good condition
• Verify, calibrate, and document laboratory equipment to ensure optimal performance
• Conduct routine auditing of laboratory stock chemicals and glassware, and submit reports to QA Manager
• Ensure the laboratory meets Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) standards
• Track and monitor performance levels in all operations related to quality, process, and equipment through data collation, analysis, storage, and dissemination to the QA Manager
• Prepare weekly and monthly quality reports and submit to the QA Manager
• Comply with and enforce PPE usage, issuance, and replacement procedures

Requirements

• Minimum B.Sc. Second Class Upper in Analytical Chemistry or Industrial Chemistry from a Nigerian University
• Not more than 30 years old
• Strong analytical skills and mindset
• Ability to handle and use basic laboratory equipment and apparatus
• Good knowledge of Quality Assurance (ISO) standards and regulatory policies (NAFDAC, SON)
• Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision and under pressure to meet deadlines
• Good PC skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office packages
• Flexibility in approach to work and shift patterns