Laboratory Technician Physics | College of Arts and Sciences

American University of Sharjah; Sharjah; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent university in the UAE seeks a Laboratory Technician to support its teaching and research laboratories. Responsibilities include setting up labs, maintaining instruments, and ensuring safety compliance. Candidates should have a degree in science or engineering and at least two years of experience. The position requires strong communication skills and the ability to work with minimal supervision.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in physics, science, engineering, information technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of two years’ work experience in the same setting.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proactive and responsive in addressing queries and technical concerns.

Responsibilities

• Setting up the labs.
• Performing routine maintenance on instruments.
• Ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
• Managing inventory.
• Assisting students and lab instructors during experiments.

Job description

Position Summary

The Physics Department at the American University of Sharjah (AUS) is seeking a Laboratory Technician to support the daily operations of its teaching and research laboratories.

Job Responsibilities

• Setting up the labs.
• Performing routine maintenance on instruments.
• Ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
• Managing inventory.
• Maintaining lab instruments in good working conditions.
• Organizing storerooms.
• Assisting students and lab instructors during experiments

Qualifications And Skills Required

• Bachelor’s degree in physics, science, engineering, information technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of two years’ work experience in the same setting
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues efficiently and effectively.
• Proactive and responsive in addressing queries and technical concerns.
• Collaborative and supportive team player.
• Reliable, organized, and capable of working independently with minimal supervision.
• Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to safety, accuracy, and quality.
• Flexible and willing to work varied hours as required.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in basic computer applications and digital tools used in laboratory settings.
• Hands-on experience with setting up and troubleshooting general laboratory equipment.
• Ability to perform routine maintenance and ensure equipment is in proper working condition.
• Familiarity with laboratory safety protocols.

How To Apply

• Interested applicants should fill out the form.
• AUS alumni are encouraged to apply. Applicants who do not meet specified requirements will not be shortlisted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• AUS is an equal opportunity employer. We adhere to a policy of making employment decisions without regard to race, color, age, gender, religion, national origin, disability or marital status. Opportunities for employment are based solely upon one’s qualifications.