A well-established laboratory testing organization in Dubai, United Arab Emirates is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Chemist to support daily laboratory operations — performing chemical analysis, soil and water sample testing, and technical reporting activities in full compliance with ISO/IEC 17025:2017 quality assurance and quality control standards. This full-time, on-site role requires strong analytical skills, accurate record-keeping, LIMS system familiarity, and the ability to operate and maintain a wide range of laboratory instruments and equipment. A minimum of 2–5 years of chemistry laboratory experience is required, with soil and/or water testing experience strongly preferred. Arabic language skills are an added advantage.
Laboratory Quality & Standards
ISO/IEC 17025:2017LIMSSoil TestingWater TestingQC / QAEquipment CalibrationData Accuracy
Arabic Language Skills Preferred — Bilingual Arabic-English Chemists Are Strongly Encouraged to Apply for This Dubai Laboratory Role
About the Role — Chemist, Dubai UAE
Industry: Laboratory Testing / Environmental Chemistry / Soil & Water Analysis / QC/QA
Location: Dubai, UAE — full-time, on-site laboratory role
Testing Scope: Soil and water sample chemical analysis · Laboratory instrument operation · Technical report preparation
Standards: ISO/IEC 17025:2017 · Laboratory QC/QA best practices · LIMS system management
Preferred Skills: LIMS familiarity · Arabic language · Soil/water testing experience
Why This Chemist Role in Dubai Stands Out
ISO 17025 Accredited Environment: Work in a fully accredited testing laboratory operating to ISO/IEC 17025:2017 — one of the most respected and internationally recognized quality standards for laboratory competence
Diverse Testing Portfolio: Gain comprehensive experience in soil and water sample chemical analysis — one of the most in-demand laboratory specializations in the UAE’s fast-growing environmental and construction sectors
Technical Development: Build expertise across laboratory instrument operation, LIMS data management, equipment calibration, and ISO quality system compliance in a structured, professional laboratory environment
Career Growth: Chemists in UAE accredited testing laboratories progress toward Senior Chemist, Laboratory Supervisor, QC Manager, and Laboratory Director roles — all well-compensated, respected positions in the region’s expanding analytical services industry
Position Overview
The Chemist at this Dubai laboratory is a hands-on technical role responsible for supporting all daily laboratory operations — from conducting rigorous chemical analysis and testing of soil and water samples and operating a range of laboratory instruments to maintaining precise records, preparing accurate technical reports, supporting ISO/IEC 17025:2017 compliance, managing LIMS data entry, assisting with equipment calibration and troubleshooting, and collaborating with laboratory team members to meet all testing requirements efficiently. The role demands exceptional attention to detail, strong analytical ability, and a genuine commitment to data accuracy and laboratory quality standards in a busy Dubai testing environment.
Why This Role Matters: As Chemist in this Dubai laboratory, your precise chemical analysis of soil and water samples directly informs critical decisions — from construction project site assessments and environmental compliance evaluations to water quality monitoring and contamination investigations. Your data accuracy, ISO 17025 compliance, and instrument calibration discipline are the foundation on which clients, regulators, and engineers rely when making decisions that affect infrastructure, public health, and environmental protection across the UAE.
Key Responsibilities
Chemical Analysis & Laboratory Testing
- Perform comprehensive chemical analysis and laboratory testing of soil and water samples — following validated testing methods, standard operating procedures, and ISO/IEC 17025:2017 quality requirements throughout all analytical activities
- Execute a full range of chemical, physical, and environmental test parameters on soil and water matrices — ensuring all analyses are performed with accuracy, reproducibility, and strict adherence to method-specific requirements and quality control protocols
- Interpret test results against specification limits, regulatory thresholds, and project-specific acceptance criteria — flagging anomalous results promptly and initiating appropriate investigation and re-testing procedures
Laboratory Instrument Operation & Maintenance
- Operate, maintain, and monitor a wide range of laboratory instruments and analytical equipment — including equipment commonly used in soil and water chemical analysis such as spectrophotometers, pH meters, conductivity meters, titration systems, and other analytical instrumentation
- Assist with equipment calibration, troubleshooting, and routine preventive maintenance activities — maintaining all laboratory instruments in optimal working condition and ensuring all calibration records are accurately documented and up to date
- Identify and report equipment performance issues, maintenance requirements, and calibration deviations promptly — supporting the Laboratory Manager in maintaining a safe, well-functioning, and fully accredited laboratory environment
Record Keeping, Reporting & Data Accuracy
- Record all test results accurately and completely in real time — maintaining laboratory worksheets, test records, chain-of-custody documents, and LIMS entries with the precision and traceability required by ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accreditation standards
- Prepare clear, structured, and technically accurate laboratory reports for clients and internal stakeholders — presenting test results, methods used, quality control data, and any relevant technical observations in a professional and accessible format
- Maintain proper documentation and ensure complete data accuracy across all laboratory records — supporting audit readiness, client requests, and regulatory compliance verification at all times
Quality Control, ISO 17025 & LIMS Compliance
- Follow all laboratory procedures and quality control requirements rigorously — including blank analysis, duplicate testing, certified reference material checks, and control chart monitoring to ensure ongoing analytical performance within acceptable quality limits
- Support the laboratory’s full compliance with ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accreditation requirements — contributing to internal audits, proficiency testing activities, corrective action processes, and continuous quality improvement initiatives
- Maintain and update data in the LIMS (Laboratory Information Management System) — ensuring sample registration, test assignment, result entry, and report generation are completed accurately and on schedule for all active client samples
Team Collaboration & Laboratory Operations Support
- Collaborate effectively with laboratory team members to complete testing requirements efficiently — supporting workload prioritization, sample turnaround time commitments, and overall laboratory productivity targets
- Work independently on assigned test methods and sample sets when required — demonstrating the self-motivation, organizational discipline, and technical confidence needed to deliver accurate results without constant supervision
- Maintain a clean, safe, and well-organized laboratory workspace — following all chemical safety procedures, waste disposal protocols, and personal protective equipment requirements at all times
Qualifications & Requirements
Educational Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry, Soil Science, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, or a closely related scientific discipline
Experience Requirements
- Minimum 2–5 years of hands-on experience in a chemistry laboratory environment — with direct responsibility for chemical analysis, laboratory instrument operation, QC compliance, and technical report preparation
- Experience in soil and/or water testing is strongly preferred — demonstrating practical familiarity with the specific methods, matrices, and quality requirements of environmental and geotechnical laboratory testing
Key Skills & Additional Requirements
- Knowledge of laboratory testing procedures, quality control practices, and laboratory equipment operation across a range of chemical and physical analytical methods
- Familiarity with LIMS (Laboratory Information Management Systems) for sample tracking, result entry, and report generation — prior LIMS experience is a preferred qualification
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills — essential for accurate result interpretation, clear report writing, and effective team collaboration in a busy accredited laboratory
- Ability to work both independently and as an effective team member — demonstrating initiative, reliability, and professional accountability for laboratory deliverables and data quality
- Arabic language skills preferred — bilingual Arabic-English proficiency is a valuable asset for communication in Dubai’s diverse laboratory work environment
About the Laboratory Testing Industry in Dubai UAE
Dubai’s world-class construction boom, large-scale infrastructure projects, environmental monitoring requirements, and water resource management needs drive consistently strong demand for qualified laboratory chemists with soil and water testing expertise and ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accredited laboratory experience. Dubai’s testing laboratory sector serves clients across construction, geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, oil & gas, utilities, and government — all requiring accurate, accredited chemical analysis of soil and water samples to support project approvals, regulatory compliance, and quality assurance. Chemists in Dubai’s accredited laboratories enjoy strong professional demand, competitive compensation, and clear career progression in one of the region’s most technically advanced analytical services markets.
Career Outlook: Chemists in Dubai’s ISO-accredited testing laboratories have a clear career path toward Senior Chemist, Laboratory Supervisor, Quality Manager, Technical Manager, and Laboratory Director roles — all high-value positions in the UAE’s growing analytical services, environmental consulting, and construction testing industry.
Who Should Apply?
- Laboratory Chemists: With 2–5 years of chemical analysis experience in an accredited UAE or GCC testing laboratory — familiar with ISO/IEC 17025:2017, soil and water testing methods, and LIMS data management
- Environmental Scientists / Analysts: With soil and water sample testing experience, strong QC/QA knowledge, and ISO 17025 accreditation environment background — seeking a full-time on-site chemist role in Dubai
- Chemistry Graduates: With 2+ years of laboratory experience, hands-on instrument operation skills, and a keen interest in soil and environmental chemistry — ready to contribute to a professional, ISO-accredited Dubai laboratory
- LIMS-Experienced Lab Analysts: With practical LIMS system experience and strong data accuracy discipline — comfortable working in a structured quality management environment with regular client reporting obligations
- Bilingual Arabic-English Chemists: Based in Dubai or willing to relocate — bringing both technical laboratory chemistry competence and Arabic language communication skills that are strongly valued in this role
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