About this role
Job title: Assistant Director (Pesticide Analysis)
This position is being recruited by Pakistan Single Window (PSW) on behalf of the National Agri-Trade and Food Safety Authority (NAFSA). NAFSA is being established as a strategic national initiative to strengthen Pakistan’s agri-trade ecosystem through enhanced regulatory oversight, facilitation, and modernization of food safety and trade processes. The selected candidate will be part of NAFSA’s foundational team, contributing to the development of systems, processes, and institutional capabilities.
Main Responsibilities
- Support implementation of analytical testing plans for pesticide formulation/residue/quality testing.
- Assist in ensuring validated methods and QA/QC procedures are followed and documented.
- Review test results and laboratory documentation and support preparation of analytical reports under supervision.
- Coordinate sample receipt, testing schedules, and reporting with relevant units.
- Support laboratory safety, equipment upkeep, and records management.
- Perform any other responsibilities assigned by the reporting officer in support of NAFSA’s mandate.
Requirements
Education
- B.Sc. (Hons.) / Bachelor’s (Minimum sixteen years) in Chemistry (Analytical/Organic) or Agricultural Chemistry or related discipline.
Experience
- Minimum 4 years of relevant laboratory/analytical experience in pesticide testing and QA/QC.
- Strong documentation discipline and attention to detail.