Laboratory Specialist I

United Arab Emirates University; Al Ain; On-site; AED 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

United Arab Emirates University in Al Ain seeks a Laboratory Specialist to support teaching, research, and laboratory operations. You will prepare and maintain laboratories, organize materials and equipment, and assist faculty and students.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Biology or a closely related field and a proactive, safety‑minded approach to ensure compliance with health, safety, and institutional procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Microbiology, Biotechnology, Laboratory Science, or a closely related field.
• Knowledge of laboratory safety procedures 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.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Microbiology techniques

Aseptic technique

Laboratory safety compliance

Inventory management

Organizational skills

Communication with faculty andstudents

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Biology or related field

Tools

Laboratory information systems

Office software

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.

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.