Junior Chemist – Laboratory

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.