Job Summary
This Full time on site position offers great opportunities for career growth. We are seeking a qualified Laboratory Technician to support academic, clinical, and research laboratory operations through sample collection and handling, laboratory testing, equipment operation, documentation, safety compliance, and inventory management. Key Responsibilities:
* Collect, label, register, transport, and store biological, chemical, or environmental samples. * Maintain sample integrity and follow appropriate preservation and chain-of-custody procedures. * Perform standardized and research-specific laboratory testing. * Operate laboratory equipment including spectrophotometers, centrifuges, thermal cyclers, microscopes, p H meters, balances, ELISA, electrophoresis, and chromatography systems. * Follow SOPs for laboratory testing, calibration, and quality control. * Assist researchers and instructors with experiments, measurements, and sample preparation. * Record test results, observations, and anomalies accurately. * Maintain sample logs, calibration records, QC/QA documentation, inventory records, and laboratory logs. * Prepare basic reports and result summaries. * Operate, clean, and perform routine maintenance and basic troubleshooting of laboratory equipment. * Support calibration, preventive maintenance, and equipment servicing. * Assist with teaching laboratory setup and preparation of laboratory kits and reagents. * Support research staff with data collection, method validation, and controlled testing. * Monitor stock levels of reagents, kits, glassware, and consumables. * Assist with procurement requests and delivery verification. * Ensure proper labeling, storage, and expiry tracking of chemicals and biological materials. * Follow biosafety, PPE, hazardous waste, and laboratory safety requirements. * Immediately report spills, exposures, incidents, and safety concerns through the appropriate channels. Qualifications & Experience:
* Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Medical Laboratory Science, Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related field. * 2-5 years of laboratory experience in an academic, clinical, or research environment. * Familiarity with analytical laboratory instrumentation. * Knowledge of chemical and biological sample handling. * Knowledge of laboratory safety and quality control practices. * GLP or ISO 15189/17025 training or certification is preferred. * Experience in higher education or research institutions is an advantage. * Good problem-solving and organizational skills. * Ability to work safely with laboratory equipment and materials. * Resourceful, self-motivated, flexible, and able to work effectively as part of a team. * Good communication skills. License/Certification: MOPH Medical License in Qatar? (Required) Work Location: In person