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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 strong exposure to residue testing.

 Must have excellent practical knowledge of LC-MS/MS, GC-MS/MS, ICP-MS, and related advanced instruments.

 Proven expertise in method validation, uncertainty measurement, and regulatory compliance.

 FSSAI Food Analyst Exam qualified (mandatory or highly preferred).

 Eligible / experienced as Authorized Signatory in an NABL-accredited laboratory.

 Robust leadership, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.

 Excellent communication skills for client interaction and technical reporting.

 Proficiency in LIMS and laboratory documentation practices preferred.

Key Competencies

 Advanced Instrumentation Expertise

 NABL & FSSAI Regulatory Knowledge

 Authorized Signatory Responsibility

 Leadership & Team Development

 Precision, Accuracy & Analytical Thinking

 Client & Audit Handling

📌 Instrumentation head (Food) & Residue Analysis (Delhi)
🏢 RECEX
📍 Delhi