Job Title: Senior Chemist / Group Leader – Food Testing

The Senior Chemist / Group Leader will lead analytical operations in the Food Testing laboratory, ensuring compliance with regulatory and quality standards. The role requires robust expertise in HPLC-based analysis , food chemistry, and method validation within a NABL accredited environment.

Lead and supervise day-to-day operations of the Food (EFRAC) laboratory

Perform and oversee analysis of various food and water samples using standard methods such as BIS, FSSAI Lab Manual, FCC, AOAC, and internal laboratory methods

Conduct analysis of milk, oil, and fat samples as per FSSAI Lab Manual, AOAC, and IS methods

Perform Fatty Acid Methyl Ester (FAME) analysis (AOAC 996.06)

Execute and supervise HPLC analysis for food parameters including additives, preservatives, vitamins, and contaminants

Review, interpret, and approve analytical data and reports

Hands-on experience with:

HPLC (mandatory)

Ensure analytical raw data recording and integrity

Handle NABL audits , internal audits, and regulatory inspections





Team & Operations Management:

Lead, train, and mentor chemists and lab analysts

Ensure adherence to GLP, safety, and quality systems

Graduation or Similar Qualifications in Chemistry / Analytical Chemistry / Food Technology

~6–10+ years of experience in food testing laboratories

~ Strong hands-on experience with HPLC (mandatory)

Expertise in food analysis methods (BIS, FSSAI, AOAC, FCC)

Strong knowledge of chromatography techniques (HPLC & GC)

Experience in FAME analysis and food composition testing

Strong documentation, audit handling, and data interpretation skills

Leadership and team management ability

Preferred Experience:

Experience in EFRAC / residue / contaminant analysis

Audit-facing experience in NABL accredited la

While applying, please mention “Application for Sr Chemist/Group Leader Food Lab-Kolkata” in the subject line.

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📌 Senior Chemist (Kolkata)
🏢 EFRAC Lab
📍 Kolkata