Job Description:
The Section Head for Food Instrumentation & Residue Analysis will be responsible for managing
advanced instrument-based testing operations for food and agricultural products, with a focus on
pesticide residues, heavy metals, toxins, and other contaminants. The role demands strong technical
expertise in modern analytical instruments, proven leadership in NABL-accredited laboratories, and
eligibility as an Authorized Signatory. A candidate qualified in the FSSAI Food Analyst Exam will be
preferred.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and oversee the Residue Analysis & Instrumentation section of the laboratory.
Plan, manage, and review residue analysis of pesticides, antibiotics, veterinary drugs,
mycotoxins, heavy metals, and other contaminants in food samples.
Operate, supervise, and maintain advanced analytical instruments, including:
o LC-MS/MS
o GC-MS/MS
o ICP-MS / ICP-OES
o HPLC, GC, AAS, UV-Vis, FTIR
Ensure compliance with NABL (ISO/IEC 17025:2017), FSSAI guidelines, Codex, and BIS
standards.
Perform and supervise method validation, verification, calibration,
and measurement of
uncertainty.
Review and authorize test reports as an Authorized Signatory.
Coordinate with QA/QC and Quality Head for audits, CAPA, and proficiency testing programs.
Guide, train, and mentor analysts/technicians in advanced instrumental methods.
Ensure proper maintenance, troubleshooting, and performance qualification of instruments.
Liaise with clients for technical discussions, result interpretation, and regulatory queries.
Prepare for and represent the section during NABL and FSSAI audits/inspections.
Maintain compliance with Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), safety, and documentation
protocols.
Qualifications & Skills:
Master’s / Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry, Food Chemistry, Food Technology, Biotechnology,
or related sciences.
Minimum 8–12 years of hands-on experience in instrument-based food analysis, with robust
exposure to residue testing.
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📌 Instrumentation head (Delhi)
🏢 RECEX
📍 Delhi