Laboratory Operation Officer at Alfaisal University

Alfaisal University; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 70,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Family insurance

Job summary

Alfaisal University in Riyadh seeks a Laboratory Operations Officer to provide technical and operational support for pharmacy laboratories within the College of Pharmacy. You will prepare labs, ensure equipment readiness, manage inventory and safety, and assist faculty during sessions.

Required is a Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy or related field with at least two years in laboratory operations, equipment, inventory management, and safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy, Chemistry or related field.
• Minimum of two years' experience in laboratory operations, equipment, inventory management, safety procedures, and technical support.

Responsibilities

• Prepares pharmacy laboratories, equipment, materials, reagents, and supplies for scheduled lab sessions and ensures resources are ready.
• Provides technical and operational assistance to faculty, lecturers, and teaching assistants during labs.
• Maintains laboratory inventory records and reports shortages for replenishment.
• Supports routine equipment and facility maintenance by checking equipment and following up on repairs.
• Follows safety procedures, ensures PPE availability, and reports hazards or incidents.
• Ensures work areas and facilities are cleaned and prepared for subsequent use.
• Prepares equipment, materials, and facilities for simulation and specialized lab areas as scheduled.
• Supports faculty research and student projects by arranging required lab resources.
• Provides technical assistance during research activities without conducting independent research.
• Maintains lab records including equipment, maintenance, safety, and schedules.
• Supports QA and accreditation by providing data and documents as requested.
• Liaises with faculty, Facilities, IT, Procurement, and other departments for operational requests.
• Performs routine administrative duties related to university initiatives.

Skills

Laboratory operations

Inventory management

Safety procedures

Technical support

Education

Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy

Job description

This Full time on site position offers great opportunities for career growth.

Overview Department College of Pharmacy DivisionCollege of Pharmacy Job FamilyAdmin - Professionals Reports toDean College of Pharmacy LocationAlfaisal University - Riyadh Working hours Eight hours per day, five days a week BenefitsMBA as per AU policy - Family insurance

Job Summary

The Laboratory Operations Officer provides technical and operational support for pharmacy laboratories within the College of Pharmacy. Supports the preparation and readiness of laboratories, equipment, materials, supplies, and safety requirements for scheduled laboratory sessions. Assists faculty, lecturers, and teaching assistants during laboratory sessions and supports routine inventory, equipment, safety, documentation, and administrative activities. Performs assigned duties in accordance with Alfaisal University policies, procedures, and applicable regulations.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepares pharmacy laboratories, equipment, materials, reagents, and supplies for scheduled laboratory sessions and ensures required resources are available and ready for use.
• Provides technical and operational assistance to faculty members, lecturers, and teaching assistants during laboratory sessions by supporting the availability and proper setup of equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Maintains laboratory inventory records for chemicals, reagents, consumables, equipment, and other supplies, and reports shortages to the supervisor for replenishment.
• Supports routine laboratory equipment and facility maintenance by checking equipment condition, reporting technical issues, and following up on assigned maintenance and repair requests.
• Follows approved laboratory safety procedures, checks the availability of personal protective equipment, maintains related records, and promptly reports hazards or incidents to the person responsible.
• Supports laboratory cleaning and readiness by ensuring work areas, equipment, and facilities are appropriately cleaned and restored after laboratory sessions and prepared for subsequent use.
• Assists with the operational readiness of pharmacy simulation and specialized laboratory areas by preparing equipment, materials, technology, and other required resources according to scheduled activities.
• Supports faculty-led research and student projects by preparing and arranging required laboratory equipment, materials, and facilities under the direction of the responsible faculty member or supervisor.
• Provides technical assistance during research and project activities by supporting the proper use of laboratory equipment, materials, and facilities, without conducting independent research or assuming academic responsibility.
• Maintains laboratory records and documentation, including equipment records, maintenance records, safety documentation, laboratory schedules, and other assigned operational records.
• Supports quality assurance and accreditation activities by providing requested laboratory data, records, KPIs, and supporting documents to the supervisor or relevant College and University offices.
• Liaises on operational requests with faculty, lecturers, teaching assistants, Facilities, Procurement, IT, and other relevant departments, and follows up on assigned requirements under the direction of the supervisor.
• Performs assigned administrative duties related to College and University initiatives, including preparing routine reports, maintaining documentation, attending meetings, and completing other assigned tasks
• Performs all other duties in a professional, effective, and confidential manner.
• Performs all other related duties as required or assigned by the line manager.

Education & Experience

Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy, Chemistry or a related field from an accredited institution. Minimum of two (02) years of experience in laboratory operations, equipment, inventory management, safety procedures, and technical support or related services.