Junior Chemist

At ALS, we encourage you to dream big.

When you join us, you’ll be part of a global team harnessing the power of scientific testing and data-driven insights to build a healthier future. 

The Junior Chemist is responsible for:

• Ensuring that analytical procedures and associated tasks responsible for are conducted in accordance with the ALS Quality Work Instructions including QA/QC.
• Preparing standard and reagents required for daily operation and ensuring all logbooks for calibration and verification are updated.
• Competence in the operation and maintenance of advanced equipment or instruments used in the section.
• Conducting scheduled in-house instrument maintenance and troubleshooting of instrument issues.
• Ensuring samples are analysed within holding times or highlight the situation when this is not possible.
• Ensuring that client turnaround times are met.
• Highlighting anomalies in results and sample type and sample behaviour to the Section Supervisor.
• Identifying and instigating repeats on samples showing anomalous results.
• Reporting results of major analytical procedures.

• Performing required housekeeping duties.
• Controlling consumable stock required for the performance of tests and ensuring excess stock is not maintained.
• To ensure only calibrated equipment is used and instrument maintenance is up to date.
• Any other duties specified by Section Manager, Team Leader or Senior staff.

Working at ALS

The ALS team is a diverse and dedicated community united by our passion to make a difference in the world.

Our values are important to us, and shape how we work, how we treat each other and how we recognise excellence. 

At ALS, you’ll be supported to develop new skills and reach your full potential. We invest in our people with programs and opportunities that help you build a diverse career with us. 

We want everyone to have a safe, flexible and rewarding career that makes a positive impact on our people, the planet and our communities.

Everyone Matters

ALS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where the strengths and perspectives of each employee are both recognised and valued.

ALS also welcomes applications from people with all levels of ability. Reasonable adjustments to support candidates throughout the recruitment process are available upon request. 

Eligibility
To be eligible to work at ALS you must be a Citizen or Permanent Resident of the country you are applying for, or either hold or be able to obtain, a valid working visa.

How to apply
Please apply on-line and provide a resume & cover letter that best demonstrate your motivation and ability to meet the requirements of this role.