Chemical Laboratory Technician jobs in United Arab Emirates

• Chemical Laboratory:

  • Used for conducting experiments involving chemical reactions, analysis, and synthesis of materials.
  • Common in pharmaceutical, petrochemical, and food industry research.

• Biological Laboratory (Bio Lab):

  • Used for studying living organisms, cells, tissues, and their biochemical processes.
  • Common in microbiology, genetics, biotechnology, and pharmaceutical research.

• Medical Laboratory:

  • Focuses on analyzing clinical samples (blood, urine, etc.) to assist in diagnosing diseases.
  • Includes pathology labs, clinical laboratories, and research labs for medical innovations.

• Physics Laboratory:

  • Used for experimenting with physical phenomena, including measurements of physical properties.
  • Common in academic and research settings focused on materials science, quantum mechanics, or nuclear research.

• Environmental Laboratory:

  • Used to analyze environmental samples (air, water, soil) for pollutants or other ecological parameters.
  • Often seen in environmental science, waste management, or climate research.

• Forensic Laboratory:

  • Applied in criminal investigations, focusing on the analysis of evidence such as fingerprints, DNA, and toxic substances.
  • Common in law enforcement and criminology.

• Food and Beverage Laboratory:

  • Focuses on testing and ensuring the quality and safety of food products.
  • Includes testing for microbial contamination, nutritional content, and food safety standards.

• Laboratory Technician:

  • Supports the laboratory team by performing routine tests, maintaining lab equipment, preparing samples, and ensuring safety protocols are followed.
  • Key skills include attention to detail, technical proficiency, and knowledge of laboratory procedures.

• Laboratory Scientist/Researcher:

  • Conducts experiments and research to explore hypotheses or develop new products or solutions.
  • Typically requires higher education (e.g., Master’s or Ph.D.) and expertise in a specific scientific field.

The post holder is required to rotate across administrative and clinical based functions.

• Liaise with the multi-disciplinary team and highlight any urgent results as per procedure guidelines.
• Prepare and process clinical specimens for biomedical testing and maintain clinical records.
• Utilise a range of IT systems to manage clinical records.
• Manage enquiries efficiently, and escalate to the team leader if required.
• Take responsibility for the disposal of clinical and sensitive samples and chemical waste, including sharps bins.
• Ensure that all technical standards, policies and procedures are maintained, and escalate any concerns.
• Maintain professional standards and quality control procedures to ensure safe and efficient practice.
• Work with the pathology and laboratory team to implement techniques devised from evidence based practice and clinical guidelines.

Required Skills To Be Successful:

• Venepuncture
• Cannulation
• Basic Life Support
• Blood Sugar Monitoring
• Blood Disposal
• Clinical Sample Quality
• Sample Collection
• Infectious Substances
• Hazardous Substances
• Blood Bourne Viruses
• Personal Protective Equipment
• Safe Storage

What Qualifies You For The Role:

• Emiratization
• Bachelor’s Degree from a recognised institution
• Previous experience of working in a healthcare environment