Laboratory Specialist

• Laboratory Testing & Analysis Perform physical, chemical, microbiological, and molecular laboratory testing of honey and bee-derived products. Analyze raw materials, in-process samples, finished products, environmental samples, and water quality. Conduct analytical testing including moisture, HMF, pH, electrical conductivity, sugar profile, ash content, pollen analysis, antioxidant activity, and other quality parameters. Perform microbiological testing to verify product safety and compliance. 2. Bee Health & Diagnostic Testing Receive, prepare, and analyze bee, brood, queen, wax, and hive samples for laboratory investigations. Support disease surveillance through microbiological, molecular, and pathological testing. Assist in investigations into colony mortality, disease outbreaks, pesticide exposure, and environmental contamination. Support DNA and genetic analysis programs to verify bee lineage, queen breeding, and colony genetic consistency. Prepare laboratory reports for bee health investigations. 3. Quality Control Verify compliance of raw materials, packaging materials, and finished products with approved specifications. Perform in-process quality checks during manufacturing. Review laboratory results and immediately report Out-of-Specification (OOS) findings. Support product release activities through laboratory verification. Maintain complete sample traceability. 4. Laboratory Equipment Management Operate, calibrate, verify, and maintain laboratory equipment and analytical instruments. Monitor equipment performance and arrange preventive maintenance and calibration. Maintain equipment qualification and calibration records. Ensure laboratory instruments remain compliant with regulatory requirements. 5. Documentation & Compliance Prepare laboratory worksheets, analytical reports, certificates of analysis (COA), and laboratory logbooks. Maintain laboratory documentation in accordance with Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), Good Documentation Practices (GDP), and GMP. Ensure all laboratory activities comply with ISO/IEC 17025 requirements. Maintain sample traceability and laboratory data integrity. 6. Research & Development Support research projects involving honey quality, bee products, pharmaceutical applications, nutraceuticals, and functional foods. Participate in analytical method development and validation. Assist in stability studies and product development projects. Support scientific publications and technical reports. 7. Regulatory & Audit Support internal audits, external audits, accreditation assessments, and certification inspections. Prepare laboratory documentation required during regulatory inspections. Assist with proficiency testing and inter-laboratory comparison programs. Maintain laboratory readiness for accreditation and compliance audits. 8. Health, Safety & Biosafety Follow laboratory safety procedures and biosafety protocols. Handle chemicals, biological samples, and laboratory waste safely. Ensure laboratory cleanliness and contamination control. Report laboratory incidents and equipment failures immediately. 9. Continuous Improvement Recommend improvements to laboratory methods and analytical procedures. Participate in validation of new laboratory equipment and analytical techniques. Support implementation of digital laboratory management systems (LIMS). Maintain professional competency through continuous training and scientific development.

Desired Candidate Profile

Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Laboratory Science, Analytical Chemistry, Food Science, Microbiology, Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biochemistry, or a related scientific discipline. Training in Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) is preferred. Knowledge of ISO/IEC 17025 laboratory quality systems is highly desirable. Experience Minimum 3 years of experience in food, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, environmental, veterinary, or analytical laboratories. Experience with honey analysis, microbiology, molecular biology, DNA testing, or food quality analysis is an advantage. Experience operating analytical laboratory instruments and preparing Certificates of Analysis (COAs). Experience in accredited laboratories is preferred. Other Professional Certifications Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) ISO/IEC 17025 Laboratory Management HACCP Food Safety Management Systems (ISO 22000) Laboratory Biosafety Training Internal Auditor Training (Preferred) Special Conditions Work in a pharmaceutical-grade laboratory supporting honey processing, bee health diagnostics, and natural product research. Handle biological samples, chemicals, reagents, and analytical instruments under controlled laboratory conditions. Participate in internal audits, accreditation assessments, organic certification audits, and regulatory inspections. Support emergency laboratory testing during disease investigations or product quality incidents. Maintain strict compliance with laboratory safety procedures, PPE requirements, biosafety protocols, and data integrity standards. Employment Type Full-time