Senior Chemist, Lab

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Job Description

Develop, modify and improve chemical analytical methods and testing procedures.
Utilize independent judgment with broad parameters to determine an appropriate analytical approach, adhering to strict quality and requirements.
Maintain excellent knowledge and provide expert advice on the required approved analytical procedures.
Supervise all daily activities from calibration of equipment to analysis of different samples.
Make independent technical and functional decisions regarding acceptance or rejection of samples and the suitability of analytical procedures.
Interpret testing, quality control and other analytical reports to ensure that quality standards, efficiency and customer satisfaction are met.
Review daily chemical test results for any abnormalities as per the specification limits.
Supervise and coordinate analytical services provided by third party laboratory on non-routine samples.
Coordinate intra-laboratory quality control procedures with peer laboratories to ensure reliability of the chemical analytical data.
Take responsibilities for QA /QC of samples and equipment.
Provide statistical analysis of the required analytical data.
Generate reports and communicate results of analytical testing to concerned Section/Department.
Perform all required tasks related to the Lab Quality Management system and related certifications.
Provide training for laboratory personnel on testing procedures and proper application of test methods and latest analytical techniques.

Bachelor Degree in Chemistry or equivalent.
8 years of experience in a refinery laboratory work of which 4 years should have been at senior chemist level.
Diverse knowledge of chemical physical analyses, crude oil and petroleum products characterisation and specification and test methods including American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM), Institute of Petroleum (IP) and other applicable standard test methods.
Technical knowledge of refining production operations and processes
Excellent communication skills
Computer literate
Excellent interpersonal communication and problem solving skills.
Strong analytical ability
Very good command of oral and written English. Arabic language is preferable.
A thorough working knowledge of ISO 9001 Quality Management System