Secondary Laboratory Technician (Grades 6 to 12)

TES FE News; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading US-curriculum school in Abu Dhabi as a Laboratory Technician. You will support the Science Department by maintaining lab equipment and assisting with innovative experiments, while contributing to the continuous improvement of our educational environment. Candidates with a relevant degree and experience in international settings are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

Renewable fixed-term contract for 2 years

Competitive tax-free salary

Local health insurance

Annual flight allowance

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years’ experience in an international school or equivalent educational setting.
• Strong knowledge of laboratory safety protocols and chemical handling.
• Desirable experience in setting up new science facilities and compliance with ADEK policies.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all laboratory equipment is maintained and calibrated.
• Collaborate with teaching staff to develop laboratory experiments.
• Assist with procurement and inventory of laboratory supplies.

Skills

Laboratory equipment operation

Data analysis

Report writing

Laboratory safety protocols

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant subject

Job description

Job Overview

The Sheikh Zayed Private Academies are leading US-curriculum schools in Abu Dhabi, delivering outstanding education for students from Pre-KG to Grade 12. The schools’ reputations for high-quality education, outstanding facilities, and innovative use of technology are well established in the UAE.

The Sheikh Zayed Private Academy for Girls (SZPAG) is looking to appoint a laboratory technician for our Secondary team. The lab technician will support the work of teaching staff in the Science Department through preparation, maintenance and clean up for lab experiments and hands on activities.

Core Responsibilities And Expectations

Please note that this is a broad oversight of the main responsibilities, the full job description will include additional details.

• Ensure that all laboratory equipment, instruments, and tools are maintained and calibrated to meet safety and quality standards, including performing routine maintenance and troubleshooting issues as necessary.
• Collaborate with teaching staff to design and develop laboratory experiments and demonstrations that support the curriculum and promote student engagement and learning.
• Assist with the procurement and inventory of laboratory supplies and materials, including ordering and stocking items, tracking inventory levels, and monitoring expiration dates.
• Participate in professional development opportunities to stay current with advances in laboratory science and education and share knowledge and expertise with colleagues.
  
  

If you would like to apply for a position within our team, please submit the application form and your CV via the TES portal, along with a letter of application outlining your career so far and ambitions within the education profession.

Position Requirements: (please only apply if you meet the below criteria)

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant subject
• Candidates should be knowledgeable in laboratory equipment operation and maintenance, data analysis, and report writing
• Minimum of three years’ experience in an international school or equivalent educational setting.
• Strong knowledge of laboratory safety protocols and chemical handling.
• Desirable experience in setting up new science facilities and compliance with ADEK policies.
  
  

We Offer

• Renewable fixed-term contract for 2 years
• Competitive tax-free salary
• Local health insurance
• Annual flight allowance
  
  

Due to the unique nature of our school, we can only accept applications from female candidates.

To learn more about our school, please follow this link: Home الرئيسية - SZPA