Behind every rapid test is a tiny, carefully assembled strip that has to be built the same way every time. A Dubai biotechnology team is hiring a Prototype Associate to do that precise hands-on work, from lateral-flow strip assembly to prototype trials and quality checks.
About the Role
You would support biotechnology product assembly, prototype development, experimental trials and quality-control work. Day to day that means supporting assay-related assembly, helping with trials using master sheets and other raw materials, assembling lateral-flow strips and related parts, and running Cricut machines for cutting and material preparation. You would build prototypes from drawings, work instructions or approved samples, support prototype testing and record observations, and help the R&D and Quality Control teams with sample preparation, inspection and documentation. You would also do basic measuring, cutting, drilling, filing and fitting, and keep data in Microsoft Excel.
Career Impact & Growth Opportunity
The listing does not describe training or promotion. Working across assembly, R&D and quality control gives you a broad view of how a diagnostic product is made, which can lead toward R&D technician or quality roles.
Why This Role Matters
Small errors in assembly can change how a test performs. Careful records, traceability and defect reporting help the team trust their results.
Key Responsibilities
- Support assay-related assembly and trials involving master sheets and raw materials
- Assemble lateral-flow strips and related components
- Operate Cricut machines for cutting, material preparation and prototyping
- Build prototypes from drawings, work instructions or approved samples
- Support prototype testing and record observations and results accurately
- Help R&D and Quality Control with sample preparation, inspection and documentation
- Enter and keep experimental, production and inspection data in Excel
- Inspect materials and assemblies for defects, report deviations and keep samples traceable
- Keep laboratory consumable stock, tools and the work area in order
Qualifications & Requirements
- Diploma or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical field
- Previous experience in assembly, prototype support, manufacturing, quality inspection or documentation
- Experience with small components or repetitive precision assembly
- Familiarity with Cricut machines, basic testing equipment, measuring instruments or QC procedures is an advantage
- Able to follow instructions precisely and take ownership of tasks and timelines
About This Opportunity
The listing gives no salary or benefits. Ask about pay, visa, working hours, lab safety training and whether the role is a permanent post before you accept an offer.
Who Should Apply
Careful, patient people with technical training who enjoy precise hands-on work should apply. The listing gives no email or link, so use the contact on the original posting and expect to hear back only if shortlisted.
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