Scientist (Food Radioactivity)

2 weeks ago


Singapore SFA Singapore Food Agency Full time

You will be part of a dynamic team of the Food Science Rapid Response Department (FSRRD) to provide support to SFA food safety monitoring and surveillance programs. The specialist teams of FSRRD strive to continue develop our testing capabilities and scientific knowledge to keep pace with the challenges of emerging chemical and microbiological hazards in food. We collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to enhance food safety standards in the region, and support food security initiatives such as high-tech farming and novel food innovation.

**Scope / Duties**:
The incumbent is responsible for the following:

- Perform food radioactivity testing and all related functions to support SFA food safety monitoring and surveillance programs.
- Expand the testing capability of the Food Radioactivity Specialist Team to cover all the relevant radionuclides specified in the Codex Alimentarius General Standard for Contaminants and Toxins in Food and Feed (CXS 193-1995) which entail method establishment and method validation for the achievement of method accreditation by the Singapore Accreditation Council for alpha, beta and gamma emitting radionuclides.
- Implement laboratory quality assurance programs to ensure that the laboratory practices are in full compliance with ISO/IEC 17025:2017 standards.
- Prepare method and equipment SOPs and quality documents used by the Team.
- Conduct method validation for test methods and prepare method validation and measurement uncertainty reports.
- Prepare weekly and monthly reports to update management on significant test findings and provide risk assessments and recommendations where necessary to support SFA’s standard-setting and policymaking in food radioactivity regulatory control.
- Procurement of lab supplies and equipment to support the operation of the lab.
- Participate in collaboration projects with National and International partners on developing and enhancing testing capabilities for supporting the pertinent natural radionuclides surveillance programme.
- Deliver presentations on specialised areas and prepare manuscripts for scientific publication.
- Conduct training and organise PT program for ASEAN participants as well as commercial laboratories to upgrade radionuclides testing capability in Singapore and ASEAN region.

**Qualifications/ Other Requirements**:

- Familiar with ISO/IEC 17025:2017 laboratory quality system and the SAC-SINGLAS accreditation matters.
- Highly self-motivated, proactive and resourceful.
- Able to work independently, and in a team.
- Organised and able to multi-task
- Strong written and communication skills.

Location

National Centre for Food Science, Techquest, 7 International Business Park, Singapore 609919



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