Key Responsibilities 

Laboratory Analysis 

• Lead & manage soil and plant tissue analysis according to established SOPs. 

• Manage laboratory instruments such as: 

• AAS 

• Spectrophotometer 

• pH meter 

• EC meter  

• Analyze: Macro nutrients, Micronutrients, Soil pH, CEC, organic carbon, EC, texture 

• Ensure analytical accuracy and consistency. 

Quality Assurance & Compliance 

• Follow QA/QC procedures and laboratory safety standards. 

• Manage calibration and routine maintenance of instruments. 

• Participate in proficiency testing and internal quality checks. 

• Maintain proper documentation and traceability of sample 

• Safety & compliance: chemical handling, hazard communication, biosafety basic, waste disposal regulations, emergency response, lab risk assessment, PPE compliance. 

Data & Reporting 

• Record analytical data accurately in laboratory systems. 

• Review and validate analytical results. 

• Control chart update and review 

• Prepare laboratory reports for agronomy and plantation teams. 

• Assist in data trending and interpretation. 

Requirements 

Education 

Bachelor’s degree in: 

• Soil Science/Agronomy or 

• Analytical Chemistry – mandatory hands on with soil & tissue samples 

Preferred Qualifications 

• 1–3 years’ experience in agricultural or environmental laboratory – hands on soil-tissue samples. 

Technical Skills 

• Fundamental of soil science: chemistry, physics, nutrient cycling, CEC, pH & buffering, organic matters dynamic, salinity & sodicity, tropical soil behavior. 

• Familiarity with wet chemistry and analytical laboratory methods. 

• Experience operating laboratory instruments. 

• Knowledge of QA/QC and laboratory safety. 

• Basic statistical and data analysis skills. 

Soft Skills 

• Strong attention to detail. 

• Good analytical thinking. 

• Ability to work independently and in teams. 

• Time management and discipline. 

• Good communication skills. 

 “Nice-to-Have” Skills  

• Method validation 

• Statistical analysis 

• Troubleshooting instrumentation 

• Training junior analysts 

• Laboratory audit support 

• Continuous improvement initiatives