Standards Association of Zimbabwe

Technical Officer

Applied Sciences, Aviation Jobs
Salary
TBA

Job Description

The Standards Association of Zimbabwe (SAZ) invites applications from suitably qualified candidates to fill the position of Technical Officer in the Chemical & Foods Technology Division. The purpose of the job is to conduct analytical testing of raw materials, ingredients, and finished products while ensuring accurate results, maintaining the ISO/IEC 17025 laboratory management system, and supporting method development, quality assurance, and standards development activities.

Duties and Responsibilities

Prepare and analyze samples (raw materials, ingredients, and finished products).
• Develop and validate analytical test methods.
• Implement and maintain the ISO/IEC 17025 laboratory management system.
• Compile accurate and timely test reports.
• Participate in inter-laboratory comparison tests and proficiency testing.
• Contribute to standards development activities.
• Maintain and update analytical standards, reference methods, and technical literature.

Qualifications and Experience

• National Diploma in Chemistry, Food Science, or Biochemistry (Degree is an added advantage).
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in testing laboratory.
• Proficient in operating and maintaining analytical instruments (HPLC, GC-MS, ICP-OES, FT-NIR, Textile instruments).
• Knowledge of Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) and ISO/IEC 17025 is an added advantage
• Experience in analytical method development and validation.
• Good Laboratory Practices (GLP).
• Computer literate with good communication skills.

How to Apply

Interested candidates who meet the above criteria should submit their applications together with a detailed CV to hr@saz.org.zw by 29 March 2026.

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