Science Laboratory Technician - Lab Support

Gems Education UAE; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

GEMS Education is seeking a Science Laboratory Technician to provide practical and organizational support to the Science department in Dubai. The role ensures laboratories are prepared, maintained, and ready for lessons and experiments, working with the Head of Science and teachers.

The ideal candidate will manage equipment and chemical registers, assist in preparing experiments, uphold safety standards, and help staff and students during practical activities in a collaborative school

Qualifications

• Organised and methodical individual with strong attention to detail.
• Excellent record-keeping for chemicals and consumables.
• Ability to support staff and students in practical activities.
• Collaborative team player with good interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update the equipment register.
• Keep accurate chemicals and consumables inventory.
• Prepare laboratory experiments and practical activities.
• Ensure equipment and materials are ready for lessons.
• Keep laboratories clean and safe in collaboration with staff.
• Follow safety procedures and support lab safety compliance.
• Coordinate with science department on safety requirements.
• Provide practical support to staff and students during activities.

Skills

Equipment mgmt

Inventory control

Experiment prep

Lab organization

Safety procedures

Record keeping

Attention to detail

Organisational ability

Interpersonal skills

Staff collaboration

Teamwork

Job description

Science Laboratory Technician - Lab Support Job Snapshot Role: Science Laboratory Technician Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates Industry: Primary-Secondary Education Function: Classroom Teaching Experience: Not specified Job Type: Full-time Position Overview

GEMS Education is hiring a Science Laboratory Technician for a Primary-Secondary Education opportunity in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

Job Details Country: United Arab Emirates City: Dubai Industry: Primary-Secondary Education Function: Classroom Teaching Salary: Not disclosed Gender: No Preference Candidate Nationality: Not specified Job Type: Full-time

Role Context

The Science Laboratory Technician will provide practical and organisational support to the Science department, helping ensure laboratories are properly prepared, maintained, and ready for lessons and experiments. Working in coordination with the Head of Science and Science teachers, the technician will maintain laboratory resources, prepare practical activities, and contribute to safe and orderly laboratory operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and regularly update the register of laboratory equipment.
• Keep accurate records of chemicals and other laboratory consumables.
• Monitor laboratory resources to ensure records remain current and organised.
• Prepare laboratory experiments and practical activities in coordination with the Head of Science and Science teachers.
• Ensure required equipment and materials are prepared for practical Science lessons.
• Keep Science laboratories organised and clean in collaboration with teachers and the Head of Science.
• Support effective management and organisation of laboratory equipment and consumables.
• Follow laboratory safety procedures and contribute to maintaining a safe working environment.
• Coordinate with other members of the Science department on laboratory safety requirements.
• Provide practical support to staff and students during laboratory activities as required.

Skills Set

• Laboratory equipment management.
• Chemical and consumables inventory control.
• Science experiment and practical preparation.
• Laboratory organisation.
• Laboratory safety procedures.
• Accurate record keeping.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Good organisational ability.
• Effective interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively with staff and students.
• Collaborative team-working skills.

Ideal Profile

The position requires an organised and detail‑oriented individual who can work effectively as part of a Science department. The successful candidate should have good interpersonal skills and be comfortable supporting both staff and students in a laboratory environment. A methodical approach to maintaining equipment, chemical and consumable registers, preparing practical activities, and supporting laboratory safety will be important for effective performance in the role.

About GEMS Education

GEMS Education provides school environments in which academic and operational teams work together to support effective student learning. This laboratory support position contributes directly to the Science department by helping maintain organised, prepared, and safe facilities for practical teaching.