R&D Research Chemist
Job Description
- Assist to laboratory and pilotscale trials in edible oil refining, modification and oleochemical processes.
- Participate in the preparation, execution, monitoring and reporting of R&D experiments.
- Conduct chemical and instrumental analysis with our state-of-the-art analytical equipment.
- Validate and apply official analytical methods in line with industry standards.
- Ensure proper calibration, maintenance records, and laboratory documentation are kept up to date.
- Manage laboratory chemicals, consumables and inventory in compliance with internal and regulatory requirements.
- Lead the implementation of laboratory safety protocols (chemical handling, waste management, PPE compliance, risk assessments).
- Ensure the analytical and sample preparation areas are fully compliant with HSE standards.
- Conduct periodic safety training and ensure safe operation of all analytical equipment.
- Work closely with process engineers, R&D engineers, group specialists and external partners (universities, institutes, customers).
- Strong hands-on skills in operating, maintaining and troubleshooting analytical equipment.
- Solid understanding of chemical analysis related to edible oils and fats (FFA, DOBI, peroxide value, fatty acid profile, moisture, stability, etc.).
- Knowledge of laboratory safety practices and chemical management.
- Accurate, detail-oriented and able to produce reliable analytical data under time constraints.
- Strong critical thinking and structured reporting skills
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Key Skills
laboratory safety practices
chemical management
DOBI
peroxide value
moisture stability
fatty acid profile
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