Assistant Research Scientist

ethiopian pharmaceutical association (epa); United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ethiopian Pharmaceutical Association invites applications for an Assistant Research Scientist to support scientific research, data collection, and technical analysis. The candidate will assist with planning experiments, preparing materials, and documenting results in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.

Responsibilities include reviewing literature, conducting experiments, maintaining records, and contributing to technical reports and presentations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree or equivalent in a relevant scientific or technical field.
• Strong understanding of scientific research methods, experimental design, data collection, and analytical principles.
• Ability to conduct experiments, follow scientific procedures, and maintain accurate research records.
• Strong analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to collect, organize, evaluate, and interpret scientific data accurately.

Responsibilities

• Assist with research planning and experimental activities by reviewing scientific literature and preparing samples and equipment.
• Conduct experiments, record observations, and organize research data.
• Collaborate with scientists and project team members to ensure procedures are accurate and efficient.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and ensure compliance with safety and quality requirements.
• Contribute ideas for improving research methods and data interpretation.

Skills

Analytical skills

Data analysis

Literature review

Scientific reporting

Communication

Collaboration

Experimental design

Research methods

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Statistical tools

Research software

Laboratory equipment

Job description

Role Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Assistant Research Scientist to support scientific research, experimentation, data collection, and technical analysis. The role involves assisting with research projects, preparing experimental materials, following established scientific procedures, collecting accurate data, and contributing to the development of reliable research findings.

The Assistant Research Scientist will support research planning and experimental activities by reviewing scientific literature, preparing samples and equipment, conducting experiments, recording observations, and organizing research data. Responsibilities include analyzing results, identifying trends or inconsistencies, maintaining accurate research records, and assisting with the preparation of technical reports, presentations, and research documentation.

The position requires collaboration with scientists, researchers, technical specialists, and other project team members to support research objectives and ensure that procedures are conducted accurately and efficiently. The role also involves maintaining laboratory or technical equipment, following safety and quality requirements, supporting data interpretation, and contributing ideas for improving research methods and processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree or equivalent in a relevant scientific or technical field.
• Strong understanding of scientific research methods, experimental design, data collection, and analytical principles.
• Ability to conduct experiments, follow scientific procedures, and maintain accurate research records.
• Strong analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to collect, organize, evaluate, and interpret scientific data accurately.
• Familiarity with laboratory equipment, research software, statistical tools, or relevant technical systems.
• Ability to prepare clear technical reports, research summaries, presentations, and documentation.
• Strong research and literature-review skills with the ability to evaluate scientific information from multiple sources.
• Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, organization, and commitment to research integrity.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary research environments.