Laboratory Specialist I

United Arab Emirates University, Department of Family Medicine; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

United Arab Emirates University, Department of Biology, seeks a Laboratory Specialist to support teaching, research, and lab operations in Abu Dhabi. The role involves preparing and maintaining labs, organizing materials, and assisting faculty and students while ensuring safety and compliance.

The ideal candidate holds a bachelor's degree in biology or related field, with lab experience and strong organizational and communication skills. Knowledge of LIMS and office software is beneficial.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Microbiology, Biotechnology, Laboratory Science, or a closely related field.
• Lab experience in academic, clinical, industrial, or research settings preferred.
• Knowledge of laboratory safety procedures, equipment maintenance, and inventory management.
• Ability to work independently and with faculty, staff, and students.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in maintaining accurate laboratory records.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Microbiology techniques

Lab prep and reagent prep

Aseptic technique

Laboratory safety

Lab records management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biology or related field

Tools

Laboratory information systems (LIMS)

Office software

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 Qualification

Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Microbiology, Biotechnology, Laboratory Science, or a closely related field.

Preferred Qualification

• 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.

Expected 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.