Scientist: Calibration and Metrology (Hay Level 15/C4) at NECSA

Key Performance Areas

Financial recovery and sustainability

• Apply scientifically recognized and validated process steps to interpret data and deliver technical solutions that are both of exceptional quality and cost-effective.
• Calibrate ad-hoc instruments for which validated methods do not exist, using acceptable laboratory practices to address new challenges and provide effective solutions.
• Provide accurate and clear reports on assigned tasks, ensuring they are delivered within the project framework.

Technology Development and Improvement

• Develop and validate methods and systems in accordance with relevant standards to introduce new applications that enhance laboratory capabilities.
• Assist with funding proposals to ensure the implementation of necessary actions, such as purchasing new instrumentation and hiring additional staff.
• Collaborate with support teams to diagnose and resolve technical issues effectively.

Marketing

• Develop factsheets to promote NLS products and services, highlighting their features and benefits.
• Participate in scientific panels, working groups, and national scientific conferences to showcase LS capabilities and promote them within the market.

Product development

• Prepare technical reports on projects or activities undertaken, documenting findings and outcomes.
• Contribute to assigned product development activities, providing input and support throughout the process.
• Participate in product concept development activities, taking responsibility for tasks assigned to help shape new products

OHS, QMS and Regulatory Compliance

• Verify the performance of methods and instruments by reviewing annually condensed reports on quality control data, ensuring continuous improvement in quality control measures and analytical results.
• Support the laboratory’s quality system (e.g., ISO/IEC 17025) accreditation and maintenance, in line with activities outlined in the NLS Quality Resource Plan.
• Actively participate in BBS (Behaviour-Based Safety) activities.
• Develop and update procedures and protocols to align with national and international RC (Regulatory Compliance) guidelines.
• Lead investigations into technical non-conformances related to applicable management systems within the laboratory.

Human Capital Development

• Provide training on both the theory and practical aspects of techniques and methods in the areas of operation to ensure the ongoing competence of technical personnel.
• Offer training and practical support to lab Technicians/Metrologist in basic lab practices, routine analysis, and newly developed methods.
• Develop and supervise review of procedures for lab analysis, data handling, reduction, and the application of validated calibration methods.
• Maintain and ensure that professional certification is kept up-to-date and valid on an annual basis.

MIMINUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

Qualifications

• BSc Honours Degree in Chemistry or Physics or Equivalent.
• MSc will be an added advantage.

Experience

• 3-4 years’ experience in laboratory operations.
• 3-4 years practical experience of Microsoft Excel, MS Word, Power Point, Share Point, and LIMS.
• Certificate in SANAS ISO/IEC 17025 Systems and ISO 9001.
• Be legible to be registered as Radiation & Chemical Worker and Metrologist in the calibration field.
• Professional Certification in Natural Sciences or legible for certification.
• Certification on SANAS requirements as a Technical Signatory.