Lab Manager
Core
Lead the hydrometallurgical analytical laboratory, supervising analysts and performing hands-on testing to support commercial plant operations and R&D for rare earth recovery.
Role type
Senior IC Lab Manager (Hydrometallurgy/Analytical Chemistry)
Builds
High-purity rare earth materials for permanent magnets used in AI, automotive, and energy sectors
Domain
Critical materials recycling / Rare earth elements / Hydrometallurgy
Required skills
Analytical chemistry, Laboratory supervision, LIMS management, ISO/IEC 17025 compliance, Method validation, Technical reporting
Preferred skills
Rare earth elements analysis, Complex aqueous sample analysis, Instrument troubleshooting, Plant and R&D collaboration
Technologies
ICP, XRF, Atomic absorption spectroscopy, Thermogravimetric analysis, LIMS
Responsibilities
Supervise and mentor lab analysts and technicians, Perform and oversee analytical testing and troubleshoot methods, Maintain SOPs and QA/QC protocols aligned with ISO/IEC 17025, Manage LIMS and equipment maintenance, Support method validation and detection limit studies
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC