Lab Technician

International Schools Partnership; Doha; On-site; QAR 200,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Doha is seeking a dedicated Lab Technician to support science education by preparing and maintaining resources. The role includes ensuring compliance with safety regulations, assisting in practical classes, and contributing to a safe learning environment. Ideal candidates should have a background in science, with a degree being advantageous. The position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact on student learning.

Qualifications

• A scientific background is a requirement including laboratory experience.
• Experience of working within a team and independently is necessary.
• Experience in providing demonstrations is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the use of practical resources and provide assistance.
• Prepare resources and assemble apparatus for classes.
• Carry out risk assessments and assist in practical classes.

Skills

Laboratory experience

Teamwork

First Aid knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Science

Minimum of Maths and English at grade C

Job description

Overview

Description

Job Description

Lab Technician

Type: Permanent

Department: Academic

Line Manager: Head of Science

Functional Reporting: N/A

Purpose of the role: The Science Technician plays a vital role in supporting the delivery of high-quality science education by providing technical assistance to the Science Department. The primary purpose of this role is to ensure the effective preparation, maintenance, and availability of materials, equipment, and resources required for practical science lessons. This includes supporting teaching staff during practical sessions, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, and contributing to the efficient running of the department. The technician will also assist in demonstrations, manage inventories, and support the development of engaging and safe practical learning experiences for students.

ISp Principles

• Begin with our children and students. Our children and students are at the heart of what we do. Simply, their success is our success. Wellbeing and safety are both essential for learners and learning. Therefore, we are consistent in identifying potential safeguarding and Health & Safety issues and acting and following up on all concerns appropriately.

• Treat everyone with care and respect. We look after one another, embrace similarities and differences and promote the well-being of self and others.

• Operate effectively. We focus relentlessly on the things that are most important and will make the most difference. We apply school policies and procedures and embody the shared ideas of our community.

• Are financially responsible. We make financial choices carefully based on the needs of the children, students and our schools.

• Learn continuously. Getting better is what drives us. We positively engage with personal and professional development and school improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Specific Duties

• Coordinate the use of practical resources and facilities and provide assistance and advice in meeting the practical needs of the science curriculum, including liaising with teaching staff and support staff outside the department
• Prepare resources, assemble apparatus
• Obtain materials by local purchase
• Stock taking and recording
• Give technical advice to teachers, technicians and pupils/students
• Carry out risk assessments for technician activities
• Assist in practical classes and carry out demonstrations

To ensure the maintenance of a healthy & safe working environment through:

• Actively contribute to the assessment, monitoring and review of both health & safety procedures and information resources
• Keep up to date with current procedures and practices through continuing professional development
• Sharing of technical advice and support on health & safety issues to teaching and technical staff
• Safe treatment & disposal of used materials including hazardous substances and responding to actual or potential hazards
• Healthy & safe storage and accessibility of equipment and materials
• Disposal of waste materials
• Checking fume cupboards, pressure vessels and first-aid kits; carrying out electrical and other safety checks, etc.
• Organising, storing and checking the condition of chemicals and equipment
• Attending department meetings when required

To contribute to the design, development and maintenance of specialist resources:

• Constructing & modifying apparatus
• Setting up and caring for plant and animal collections
• Preparing standard solutions, purifying chemicals, treating waste

General

• Attend staff/subject meetings as appropriate
• Attend Inset training events
• To complete any other tasks commensurate with the post as requested by a Head of Department and SLT

Qualifications & Experience

Education / Qualifications:

• Minimum of Maths and English at grade C or above or equivalent
• Basic knowledge of First Aid advantageous
• A degree or HND in a science subject is advantageous but not essential

Experience:

• A scientific background is a requirement including laboratory experience
• Experience of working within a team and independently
• Experience in providing demonstrations

Skills, Qualifications and Experience:

• A scientific background is a requirement including laboratory experience
• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution
• Degree subject which is on the approved list from the MOE
• Required teaching certification for Qatar MOEHE
• A degree or HND in a science subject is advantageous but not essential

Other Requirements

• Friendly and approachable.
• Reliable and consistent.
• Helpful and positive attitude.
• Able to meet the needs of a diverse community.
• Positive about change
• Flexible attitude to working practices and demands
• Responsible and trustworthy even when working unsupervised
• Proactive approach to continuous personal development

How to Apply

Application form / Interview