Chemist

Tasks and duties

• Conducting experiments and tests to identify the chemical composition and reactive properties of natural substances and processed materials.
• Conducting analysis and research to develop theories, techniques and processes, and testing the reliability of outcomes under different conditions.
• Developing practical applications of research findings.
• Testing food products for flavour, colour, consistency, taste, texture and nutritional content.
• Advising on the preserving, processing, packaging, storing and delivering of foods.
• Testing products and materials and preparing specifications and standards to ensure compliance with government health laws and quality standards.
• Conducting routine analyses in a processing environment.