Job Type: Full-time

Job DescriptionLocation: Barasat, Kolkata | Full time | Senior Level About EFRAC: EFRAC (Edward Food Research & Analysis Centre Limited) , part of the QIMA Group, is a NABL-accredited, ISO/IEC 17025:2017 certified analytical testing organization — 65,000 sq. ft. state-of-the-art facility with 11 domestic accreditations and 3 international recognitions. We operate across Food, Pharma, Packaging, Environment, and Gas sectors as part of QIMA's global network in 85+ countries. About The Role: Senior laboratory manager to lead and oversee our Residue Analysis and Trace Laboratory — ensuring technical excellence, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency in pesticide residue and trace contaminant analysis. This is a hands-on technical leadership role requiring deep expertise in GC-MS/MS and LC-MS/MS, method validation, ISO/IEC 17025 compliance, and team management. Key Responsibilities: Laboratory Operations & Technical Leadership: Lead and oversee pesticide residue and trace contaminant analysis using GC-MS/MS and LC-MS/MS instrumentation Supervise analysis of pesticides, antibiotics, vitamins, melamine, PFAS/PFOS, dioxins, furans, PAHs, PCBs, and other trace contaminants Implement and optimize QuEChERS and advanced sample preparation techniques Drive method development, verification, validation, and measurement uncertainty studies Regulatory & Quality Compliance: Ensure compliance with SANTE, AOAC, ISO/IEC 17025, FSSAI, and APEDA regulatory guidelines Handle internal audits, NABL assessments, customer audits, and regulatory inspections Maintain ISO/IEC 17025:2017 documentation, data integrity, and laboratory quality standards Review and approve analytical data, chromatograms, validation reports, and test reports Manage instrument qualification (DQ/IQ/OQ/PQ), calibration, preventive maintenance, and troubleshooting Team Leadership & Development: Supervise, train,



and develop technical staff on analytical protocols, regulatory compliance, and laboratory best practices Monitor laboratory quality metrics, turnaround time (TAT) commitments, and operational efficiency Build and maintain a culture of continuous improvement and technical excellence Provide technical support to customers and drive laboratory capability expansion Required Qualifications: Education & Experience: M.Sc. in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, or related discipline Minimum 12–20 years in a NABL-accredited Residue Analysis Laboratory Proven hands-on expertise with GC-MS/MS, LC-MS/MS, and multi-residue analysis Strong knowledge of QuEChERS and advanced sample preparation methodologies Technical & Regulatory Knowledge: Sound understanding of ISO/IEC 17025, NABL, SANTE, AOAC, FSSAI, and APEDA guidelines Expertise in method validation, verification, measurement uncertainty, and method development Experience in audit handling, laboratory management, and compliance documentation NABL Authorized Signatory qualification — preferred Leadership & Soft Skills: Proven team leadership and staff development experience Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving capabilities Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Detail-oriented with commitment to regulatory compliance and data integrity Why Join EFRAC: 65,000 sq. ft. world-class facility — state-of-the-art GC-MS/MS and LC-MS/MS instrumentation NABL-accredited, ISO/IEC 17025:2017 certified — rigorous quality standards Part of QIMA Group — globally recognized quality and compliance brand operating in 85+ countries Senior technical leadership role — opportunity to build and lead a world-class residue analysis laboratory Diverse portfolio — work across food, pharma, packaging, and environmental sectors Career growth — within a technically rigorous, globally connected organization Apply or Share Your Profile: [email protected] +91 33 6633 3939 Tag someone who would be perfect for this role!

📌 Manager -- Residue Analysis / Trace Laboratory (West Bengal)
🏢 EFRAC Lab
📍 West Bengal