Junior Chemist – Laboratory for a reputed laboratory and inspection service provider in the UAE, delivering high-quality testing solutions across oil, gas, and hydrocarbon sectors. We are currently seeking a Junior Chemist to join Oil & Hydrocarbon Department in Abu Dhabi, UAE This is an excellent opportunity for early-career professionals looking to build hands-on experience in laboratory testing, analysis, and quality assurance within a professional and accredited testing environment.
Job Responsibilities – Junior Chemist – Laboratory (Oil & Hydrocarbon)
As a Junior Chemist, you will support laboratory operations related to oil, petroleum, and hydrocarbon testing while ensuring compliance with industry standards and internal quality procedures. Key responsibilities include:
- Perform routine and non-routine chemical analysis of oil, petroleum products, lubricants, and hydrocarbon samples in accordance with approved test methods.
- Assist in conducting laboratory tests such as density, viscosity, flash point, sulfur content, water content, distillation, and other physicochemical analyses.
- Follow ASTM, ISO, API, and other relevant international testing standards accurately.
- Prepare samples, reagents, and calibration solutions under supervision.
- Operate and maintain laboratory instruments and equipment, ensuring proper handling and basic troubleshooting.
- Accurately record test observations, calculations, and results in laboratory worksheets and laboratory information systems (LIMS).
- Support senior chemists in method development, validation, and quality control activities.
- Ensure compliance with laboratory safety procedures, chemical handling protocols, and environmental guidelines.
- Junior Chemist – Laboratory maintains the cleanliness and organisation of the laboratory, including proper storage and labeling of chemicals and samples.
- Participate in internal audits, proficiency testing, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Assist in preparing test reports and documentation as required by clients and management.
Job Qualifications – Junior Chemist – Laboratory
To be considered for this role, candidates should meet the following qualifications and skills:
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Applied Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, or a related scientific discipline.
- Minimum 1 year of laboratory experience is preferred, particularly in oil, petroleum, or hydrocarbon testing laboratories.
- Basic knowledge of oil and petroleum testing methods, laboratory instruments, and analytical techniques.
- Familiarity with ASTM, ISO, and API standards will be an added advantage.
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- Understanding of quality management systems such as ISO/IEC 17025 is highly desirable.
- Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team-oriented laboratory environment.
- Good communication skills for reporting results and coordinating with team members.
- Willingness to learn, adapt, and grow within a fast-paced laboratory setting.
