R&D Senior Scientist - Chemistry

M42 Ltd.; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 300,000 - 560,000; Full time

Job summary

M42 Ltd. delivers comprehensive healthcare services and leads cutting-edge analytical research in Abu Dhabi.

We seek a senior analytical chemistry leader to drive method development, validation, and implementation of advanced analytical technologies within the Chemistry Department. You will design experiments, apply instruments like HPLC, GC-MS, LC-HRMS, and NMR, and oversee documentation, publications, and client reports while ensuring ISO 17025 compliance and continuous improvement across

Qualifications

• PhD in Chemistry or a closely related field.
• Minimum of three years of postdoctoral, industrial, academic, or research lab experience in analytical chemistry.
• Experience in ISO/IEC 17025 accredited environments.
• Strong scientific writing and data analysis skills.
• Ability to lead multidisciplinary R&D projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute research and development projects, including analytical method development, optimization, validation, and verification.
• Design, conduct, interpret, and report analytical chemistry experiments to support scientific and operational objectives.
• Develop and implement analytical methods using advanced instrumentation, including HPLC, GC-MS, LC-HRMS, GC-HRMS, ICP-MS, ICP-OES, NMR, IR, and UV-Vis spectroscopy.
• Author, review, and maintain technical documentation, including protocols, SOPs, validation reports, scientific publications, and client reports.
• Publish research findings in peer-reviewed journals and present scientific work at conferences and technical forums.
• Provide technical expertise and scientific consultation to clients, project teams, and key stakeholders.
• Oversee instrument maintenance, calibration, troubleshooting, and performance monitoring in collaboration with service providers.
• Train, mentor, and assess the competency of laboratory personnel while fostering a culture of continuous learning and excellence.
• Ensure compliance with quality management systems, ISO/IEC 17025 requirements, regulatory standards, and audit expectations.
• Manage laboratory inventory, reagents, reference materials, and consumables to support uninterrupted operations.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance laboratory efficiency, service quality, and analytical capabilities.
• Stay abreast of emerging trends, technologies, and best practices in analytical chemistry and laboratory sciences.

Skills

Analytical chemistry

Method development

Validation

Troubleshooting

Scientific writing

Stakeholder engagement

Education

PhD in Chemistry or related field

Tools

HPLC

GC-MS

LC-HRMS

GC-HRMS

ICP-MS

ICP-OES

NMR

IR

UV-Vis

Job description

Overview

M42 delivers comprehensive healthcare services across the full continuum of care; from primary care to advanced specialty treatments. Leveraging cutting-edge health technologies and precision medicine, we ensure the highest standards of effectiveness, efficiency, and patient-centered outcomes. With a global presence spanning more than 480 facilities in 27 countries and a dedicated workforce of over 20,000 professionals, M42 is uniquely positioned to redefine the future of healthcare on a global scale.

M42’s Integrated Health Solutions (IHS) platform leads national programs and population health initiatives while addressing global health disparities through precision, prevention, and predictive care. Uniting expertise in genomics, biobanking, data services, environmental sciences, and clinical research and trials, IHS delivers innovative, evidence-based solutions that advance both regional and global health. Its flagship programs include the Emirati Genome Program (EGP), enabling personalized healthcare; the Abu Dhabi BioBank, supporting drug discovery and biobanking; and Biogenix Labs, driving precision medicine with Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS). In addition, Environmental Sciences investigates non-human factors influencing public health, while IROS fosters innovation through worldclass clinical research. Together, these initiatives reflect M42’s commitment to healthier communities and a more sustainable future.

Lead and support research and development initiatives within the Chemistry Department, driving innovation through method development, validation, verification, and the implementation of advanced analytical technologies. Expand laboratory testing capabilities, provide scientific and technical expertise, and ensure compliance with ISO/IEC 17025 standards. Manage R&D projects, deliver high-quality scientific outputs, and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to advance analytical services, introduce emerging technologies, and support the organization's strategic and scientific objectives.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute research and development projects, including analytical method development, optimization, validation, and verification.
• Design, conduct, interpret, and report analytical chemistry experiments to support scientific and operational objectives.
• Develop and implement analytical methods using advanced instrumentation, including HPLC, GC-MS, LC-HRMS, GC-HRMS, ICP-MS, ICP-OES, NMR, IR, and UV-Vis spectroscopy.
• Author, review, and maintain technical documentation, including protocols, SOPs, validation reports, scientific publications, and client reports.
• Publish research findings in peer-reviewed journals and present scientific work at conferences and technical forums.
• Provide technical expertise and scientific consultation to clients, project teams, and key stakeholders.
• Oversee instrument maintenance, calibration, troubleshooting, and performance monitoring in collaboration with service providers.
• Train, mentor, and assess the competency of laboratory personnel while fostering a culture of continuous learning and excellence.
• Ensure compliance with quality management systems, ISO/IEC 17025 requirements, regulatory standards, and audit expectations.
• Manage laboratory inventory, reagents, reference materials, and consumables to support uninterrupted operations.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance laboratory efficiency, service quality, and analytical capabilities.
• Stay abreast of emerging trends, technologies, and best practices in analytical chemistry and laboratory sciences.

Qualifications

• PhD in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Environmental Chemistry, or a related scientific discipline.

Demonstrated record of scientific achievement through publications in peer-reviewed journals and presentations at scientific conferences.

• Minimum of three (3) years of postdoctoral, industrial, academic, or research laboratory experience in analytical chemistry or a related field.
• Proven expertise in analytical method development, validation, and troubleshooting using advanced analytical instrumentation.
• Experience working within ISO/IEC 17025 accredited laboratories or comparable quality and regulatory environments.
• Strong scientific writing, technical reporting, data analysis, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to lead research projects, collaborate across multidisciplinary teams, and translate scientific findings into practical solutions.