Summary
United Arab Emirates University’s Department of Biology is hiring a Laboratory Specialist I to support teaching, research, and laboratory operations. Duties include preparing and maintaining laboratories, organizing equipment and materials, assisting faculty and students, and following health, safety, and institutional procedures. Applicants need a bachelor’s degree in Biology, Microbiology, Biotechnology, Laboratory Science, or a related field. Relevant laboratory experience and knowledge of laboratory techniques, safety, equipment maintenance, and recordkeeping are preferred.
The posting
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Job description
The Department of Biology invites applications for a Laboratory Specialist to support teaching, research, and laboratory operations. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing and maintaining laboratories, organizing materials and equipment, assisting faculty and students, and ensuring compliance with health, safety, and institutional procedures.
Minimum qualification
Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Microbiology, Biotechnology, Laboratory Science, or a closely related field.
Preferred qualification
- Relevant laboratory experience in an academic, clinical, industrial, or research setting.
- Knowledge of laboratory safety procedures, equipment maintenance, and inventory management.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively with faculty, staff, and students.
- Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Proficiency in maintaining accurate laboratory records.
Expected skills
- Knowledge of microbiology technology and laboratory techniques.
- Experience in laboratory preparation, including preparation of reagents, culture media, specimens, and practical teaching materials.
- Experience with aseptic technique, sterilization procedures, microbial culture, and biosafety practices.
- Familiarity with laboratory information systems and standard office software.
- Previous experience supporting undergraduate biology or microbiology laboratory courses.
Department
Biology - (COS)
College or division
College of Science - (COS)