CHEMICAL REFERENCE MATERIAL SPECIALIST - CALAMA RESIDENCE

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Job Summary: Perform laboratory analyses related to the composition and properties of chemical and physical elements, ensuring compliance with quality and safety standards. Key Highlights: 1. World leadership in quality and integrity (SGS) 2. Laboratory analysis of chemical/physical composition and properties 3. Responsibility for compliance with quality and safety policies **Company Description** SGS is the world's leading inspection, verification, testing, and certification company. It is globally recognized as the foremost authority in quality and integrity, with over 93,000 employees and a network of more than 2,600 offices and laboratories worldwide. **Job Description** Perform various laboratory analytical services related to the composition, properties, and reactions of the chemical and physical elements comprising samples. This includes implementing methodologies at all levels of complexity and being responsible for compliance with quality, safety, and environmental policies. Key responsibilities include: * Acid digestion of samples. * Gravimetric analysis. * Colorimetric and potentiometric analysis. * Knowledge of primary methods for assigning values to certified reference materials. * Classical and instrumental volumetry (automatic titrators). * Operation and maintenance (filter and reagent replacement) of elemental analyzers (LECO). * Knowledge of instrumental techniques such as Atomic Absorption Spectrometry and ICP-OES spectroscopy. * Familiarity with NCh ISO/IEC 17025. * Handling of hazardous substances (DS-43). * Knowledge of the International Metrology System. **Requirements** * Formal Education: Higher Technical Training in Chemistry, Laboratory Analyst, Chemical Analyst, or related fields. * Experience **2 years in a minerals laboratory.** **ICP operation experience** **LECO operation experience** **Atomic Absorption equipment operation experience** **Knowledge of Quality Standards.** **Proficiency in mineral analysis techniques or methodologies.** **Residence in Calama** **Additional Information** **IMPORTANT: Applicants must reside in Calama; the contract does not cover accommodation or travel expenses from other regions.** **BENEFITS** * Birth and Christmas gifts for employees' children * Life insurance effective from the date of joining the organization * Special leave entitlements * Benefits through Caja Los Andes and associated agreements