Technical Manager

Position Overview: Fully responsible for the technical testing operations of overseas laboratories, ensuring that testing methods are applicable, testing results are accurate and reliable, and relevant standards are effectively implemented.

I. Position Responsibilities

1. Testing Technology Implementation and Development: Responsible for the selection, verification, and validation of testing methods; leading the development of new methods, equipment selection, and technical validation.

2. Standard Implementation and Compliance: Track updates and revision requirements of international standards; prepare and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs); review technical records; and organize comparative verification.

3. Technical Competence of Personnel: Organize technical training, competence confirmation, and technical authorization.

4. Technical Responsibility for Results and Reports: Responsible for the determination of testing results and technical review of reports.

5. Difficult Samples and New Technologies: Lead the discussion and resolution of difficult samples, and plan and implement new technologies and new requirements.

6. Technical Oversight: Exercise technical veto authority over method deviations, standard applicability, conformity assessment of results, and technical nonconformities.

7. Technical Team Development: Responsible for mentoring local technical personnel and enhancing their professional capabilities.

II. Professional Background

1. Academic background in gemology, mineralogy, geology, or related fields.

2. Research background in gem and jewelry testing technologies, with research directions covering the following areas:

(1) Gemstone identification methods and instrumental analysis (infrared spectroscopy, ultraviolet-visible absorption spectroscopy, Raman spectroscopy, X-ray fluorescence spectroscopy (XRF), etc.);

(2) Causes of gemstone color and origin determination;

(3) Identification of synthetic and treated gemstones (including enhancements and laboratory-grown gemstones);

(4) Grading systems and standards for gems and jewelry.

3. Familiar with academic frontiers and technological trends in the gem and jewelry field, with the ability to translate research findings into testing methods.

III. Education and Experience Requirements

1. Education: Bachelor's degree or above in gemology, mineralogy, geology, materials science, or related fields; Master's degree or above preferred.

2. Experience: At least 5 years of experience in gem and jewelry testing, including at least 2 years of experience in technical management or as a technical lead.

3. Demonstrated experience in complete method development, standard implementation, and organization of comparative verification.

IV. Key Competencies and Qualifications

1. Familiarity with International Gem and Jewelry Grading Systems: Familiarity with the standards and rules of major international grading institutions such as GIA, GRS, SSEF, and Gübelin; understanding of the grading framework centered on carat weight, color, clarity, and cut; and ability to track updates to their rules.

2. Proficiency in gem and jewelry identification and advanced instrumental analysis; able to independently complete method validation and develop instrument calibration plans.

3. Strong technical judgment in assessing difficult samples and determining conformity of results, and able to fulfill technical oversight responsibilities.

4. Capability in technical training and technical authorization of personnel; able to independently mentor and develop core technical staff.

5. Candidates holding internationally recognized gemological qualifications (such as FGA, GG, etc.) are preferred.

6. English can be used as a working language; able to read English technical literature and standards, and capable of writing technical articles on gems and jewelry or papers on testing methods.