Sr. Analytical Chemist

Sr. Analytical Chemist Location: SP Red Hill At Sibelco, we advance life through materials. For over 150 years, we've been a trusted leader in sourcing, transforming, and distributing specialty industrial minerals. Our work powers progress across industries as diverse as glass, ceramics, construction, coatings, polymers, and water purification. Beyond our materials, we're proud of our commitment to sustainability, innovation, and empowering people from all walks of life to thrive and make a meaningful impact. Are We the Perfect Match? At Sibelco, we believe building a successful career is a two-way journey. We're looking for individuals who share our values and vision, just as much as you're seeking a company that aligns with your aspirations. Together, we can shape the future. As a part of the Commercial Team, the Process Analytical Chemist role will empower you to independently evaluate criteria to select and apply standard scientific analytical techniques and processes. Develop new analytical methods needed to characterize our products for commercial purposes. Provide investigative results for root cause analysis in quality related production. Your Impact in This Role As an Analytical Chemist , your responsibilities will include but are not limited to: Analyse and interpret test results using a range of analytical methods from well-established, routine standards to adapting specialized procedures. Correlate different test results and deduce conclusions to help analyse the impact on follow-up investigation and research activities. Develop new analytical methods based on existing equipment, instrumentation, and procedures. Write and update SOPs for new methods. Understand different analytical techniques and methodology concepts to determine the testing needed to achieve project goals. Provide insight, evaluate, and recommend new analytical instrumentation to be purchased in the region. This is to replace current instrumentation with newer models. What You Bring to the Table Experience with ICP-MS, Laser Ablation coupled with ICP-MS and or LIBS, ICP-OES, FTIR, Optical microscopy, SEM-EDS, XRD and XRF. Master's degree in chemistry, preference of analytical chemistry, or master's degree in Geochemistry with a strong background of analytical chemistry and statistics Minimum 3 years' experience in similar role Why Join Us? Sibelco is more than a workplace-it's a community that encourages growth, innovation, and collaboration. Here's what you can look forward to when you join our team: Meet Our People: Careers Learn About Our Recruitment Process: Learn More Discover Our Sustainability Goals: Sibelco priorities We also welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to providing reasonable adjustments to support you through the selection process. How to Apply Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Twitter/X and Facebook to learn more about life at Sibelco. Submit your application in the Apply option. Please note: We do not require agency services as we have a dedicated Global Talent Acquisition Team.