Secondary Lab Technician

GEMS Education; Ras Al Khaimah; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in the United Arab Emirates seeks a Laboratory Technician to maintain laboratory equipment and ensure safe, well-organized lab environments. Responsibilities include preparing experiments for Biology, Chemistry, and Physics, adherence to health and safety standards, and managing inventory of consumables. Candidates should have experience in educational settings and a Bachelors in Science, Laboratory Technology. The position promotes a safe learning environment for students and staff.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working as a Laboratory Technician, preferably in an educational setting.
• Familiarity with laboratory health and safety standards.
• Understanding of risk assessments.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate registers of laboratory equipment and chemicals.
• Prepare laboratory experiments and practical activities.
• Ensure laboratories are clean, organised, and ready for use.
• Monitor and report any equipment damage or safety concerns.
• Support laboratory safety procedures and inventory management.

Skills

Laboratory equipment knowledge

Safe handling procedures

Practical experiments support for Biology, Chemistry, Physics

Education

Bachelors in Science, Laboratory Technology

Job description

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date registers of laboratory equipment, chemicals, and consumables.
• Prepare laboratory experiments and practical activities in coordination with the Head of Science and Science teachers.
• Ensure science laboratories are well organised, clean, and ready for use, working closely with the Head of Science and teaching staff.
• Monitor laboratory equipment and promptly report any breakages, damage, or safety concerns to the Head of Science.
• Support and uphold all laboratory safety procedures in collaboration with the Science Department.
• Assist in preparing the annual inventory and procurement list for consumables, glassware, and laboratory equipment in conjunction with the Head of Science.
• Ensure laboratories are securely locked when not in use.
• Adhere to all GEMS policies, procedures, safeguarding requirements, and codes of conduct at all times.
• Demonstrate flexibility and commitment by contributing additional effort beyond normal working hours when required to support departmental activities.

Skills

• Previous experience working as a Laboratory Technician, preferably within a secondary school or educational setting.
• Sound knowledge of laboratory equipment, chemicals, and safe handling procedures.
• Familiarity with preparing and supporting practical experiments for Biology, Chemistry, and Physics.
• Understanding of laboratory health and safety standards and risk assessments.

GEMS Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all of its students and staff. A UK-enhanced DBS or equivalent police check is a pre-requisite for all appointments.

Education

Bachelors in Science, Laboratory Technology