R&D Technician

Jotun; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in coatings, located in Dubai, is seeking an R&D Technician. The role involves assisting in testing and developing coatings and materials, with a focus on safety and effective laboratory practices. Candidates should have a vocational certification and a minimum of 4 years of experience in laboratory testing, along with proficiency in English. This position offers competitive compensation, benefits, and a supportive company culture that values diversity.

Benefits

Competitive compensation and benefits

Continuous learning opportunities

Career development opportunities

Supportive company culture

Social activities and team building

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of experience in a similar role or in laboratory testing.
• Proficient in verbal and written English.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and test products in accordance with requests.
• Develop, test, and evaluate coatings and materials.
• Participate in project work providing support.
• Report results and create standard reports.
• Understand safety equipment and safety data sheets.
• Ensure laboratory space is tidy and effective.
• Carry out other duties as assigned.

Skills

Laboratory testing

English proficiency

Education

Vocational certification

Job description

SUMMARY OF THE ROLE

As an R&D Technician, you will assist the chemist and perform assigned R&D activities in accordance with given instructions and standard procedures, contributing to the department’s overall objectives. This position will be based in Jotun MEIA's Regional Centre in Dubai and reports to Regional R&D Manager Protective & Flooring.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and test the department's products in accordance with request from chemist
• Work together with the chemist, in developing, testing and evaluating coatings/paint systems/binder/raw materials
• Participate in project work and project groups by providing professional and practical support.
• Report results continuously, in writing and orally, and also create simple standard reports, to ensure that stakeholders are informed.
• Knowledge and use of necessary safety equipment as described and to take into consideration general safety, this includes being able to understand content and the meaning of safety data sheets.
• Ensure that the necessary raw materials, packaging and other laboratory equipment are available to ensure an effective work environment.
• Attend to the daily order in the laboratory so that the work space is tidy, safe and pleasant.
• Carry out other duties as assigned in the laboratory.

What we look for and what we offer

What we look for

• Vocational certification with a minimum of 4 years experience in a similar role or in laboratory testing
• Proficient in verbal and written English

What we offer

• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Continuous learning opportunities and training activities through on-the-job training and our in-house learning
• Career development opportunities across multiple disciplines and geographies
• Leaders who focus on engaging and enabling their team, proven by consistently high employee feedback scores
• A supportive and inclusive company culture where you can be your authentic self
• A focus on having fun together through team buildings and social activities

Position Information

• Company: Jotun MEIA FZ-LLC
• Contract Type: Regular
• Time Type: Full time
• Closing Date (dd.mm.yyyy): 20.01.2026

Who we are

Jotun’s story in the MEIA region (Middle East, India and Africa) began in 1962, and has grown to include 18 legal entities committed to achieving success and growth of the Jotun Group. Throughout our history, we have focused on providing our employees with meaningful and challenging work, rewarding them through continued learning and development, underpinned by our values of Loyalty, Care, Respect and Boldness. Jotun MEIA FZ-LLC is the regional hub for Jotun in the MEIA region providing functional and business support to all our legal entities. With more than 130 employees, we aim to further strengthen Jotun’s position in the region through ambitious market growth plans that focus on innovation, efficiency and profitability.

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Jotun’s company culture welcomes and values differences in people. Our more than 10,200 employees on all continents represent 90 nationalities, four generations and diversity of professions, gender, abilities, ethnicities, beliefs, cultures etc. We are committed to represent the societies we operate in, promoting equality, equity and zero-tolerance for discrimination.

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