Science Lab Specialist: Prep, Safety & Student Support

GEMS Education; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

GEMS Education in Abu Dhabi is seeking a dedicated Science Lab Support role to assist teachers in managing the school’s science laboratories. You will ensure equipment and materials are stocked, safe, and ready for lessons, while upholding strict safety standards.

You will prepare solutions and demonstrations, monitor chemical inventory, assist with procurement, and maintain PPE supplies. You will also contribute to safety audits, SDS updates, and IB IA support as required.

Responsibilities

• Support science teachers by managing laboratories and ensuring equipment and materials are stocked and functional.
• Help maintain Health & Safety compliance in science labs.
• Set up experiments and practical demonstrations with required solutions and materials.
• Monitor stock levels and assist with ordering and receiving chemicals, equipment, and consumables.
• Prepare chemicals and solutions at required concentrations.
• Ensure adequate PPE for students.
• Maintain cleanliness and safe disposal of chemical waste.
• Conduct regular inventory of chemicals and equipment.
• Join the school Health & Safety committee.
• Store chemicals properly and update SDS sheets.
• Perform risk assessments for hazardous substances.
• Assist IB students with IA by preparing equipment and materials.
• Support students in laboratory investigations as needed.
• Keep records of SDS, risk assessments, and waste disposals.

Skills

Equipment setup & maintenance

Inventory & stock management

Health & safety compliance

Laboratory record keeping

Tools

SDS familiarity

Job description

GEMS Education in Abu Dhabi is seeking a dedicated Science Lab Support role to assist teachers in managing the school’s science laboratories. You will ensure equipment and materials are stocked, safe, and ready for lessons, while upholding strict safety standards.

You will prepare solutions and demonstrations, monitor chemical inventory, assist with procurement, and maintain PPE supplies. You will also contribute to safety audits, SDS updates, and IB IA support as required.