Laboratory Specialist I

United Arab Emirates University; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

United Arab Emirates University in Abu Dhabi invites applications for a Laboratory Specialist to support teaching, research, and laboratory operations. The role involves preparing and maintaining laboratories, organizing materials and equipment, and assisting faculty and students.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Biology or related fields, experience with aseptic techniques, biosafety practices, and familiarity with lab information systems and office software.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Microbiology, Biotechnology, Laboratory Science, or a closely related field.
• Knowledge of microbiology technology and laboratory techniques.
• Experience with aseptic technique, sterilization procedures, microbial culture, and biosafety practices.
• Familiarity with laboratory information systems and standard office software.
• Previous experience supporting undergraduate biology or microbiology laboratory courses.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain teaching and research laboratories.
• Organize materials and equipment for laboratory sessions.
• Assist faculty and students during lab activities.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and institutional procedures.

Skills

Microbiology techniques

Lab prep & organization

Aseptic technique

Biosafety practices

Lab information systems

Teaching support

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biology / Microbiology / Biotechnology / Laboratory Science

Tools

Laboratory information systems

MS Office

Job description

Job description

Job Description:

The Department of Biology invites applications for a Laboratory Specialist to support teaching, research, and laboratory operations. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing and maintaining laboratories, organizing materials and equipment, assisting faculty and students, and ensuring compliance with health, safety, and institutional procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelorâs degree in Biology, Microbiology, Biotechnology, Laboratory Science, or a closely related field.

Experience/Skills

• -Knowledge of microbiology technology and laboratory techniques.
• -Experience in laboratory preparation, including preparation of reagents, culture media, specimens, and practical teaching materials.
• -Experience with aseptic technique, sterilization procedures, microbial culture, and biosafety practices.
• -Familiarity with laboratory information systems and standard office software.
• -Previous experience supporting undergraduate biology or microbiology laboratory courses.

Preferred Qualifications

• -Relevant laboratory experience in an academic, clinical, industrial, or research setting.
• -Knowledge of laboratory safety procedures, equipment maintenance, and inventory management.
• -Ability to work independently and collaboratively with faculty, staff, and students.
• -Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
• -Proficiency in maintaining accurate laboratory records.