6 Molecular Diagnostics jobs in the United Arab Emirates

LAB PROCEDURES: Performs and interprets microbiology procedures for the Clinical Laboratory Department in accordance with established hospital policies and procedures and applicable regulatory guidelines.

Isolates and makes cultures of significant bacteria or other micro-organisms in prescribed or standard inhibitory media and controlling factors, such as moisture, aeration, temperature and nutrition.

Identifies micro-organisms via microscopic examination of physiological, morphological and cultural characteristics. Responsible for conducting tests to determine susceptibility of pathogenic microorganisms to sulfa drugs, penicillin and other antibiotics.

Prepares and interprets gram stains, acid fast stains, preparations of fungus an parasitology.

Responsible for preparing culture media reagents and stains for various procedures. Responsible for observing material derived from cultures and identifying the type of bacterial colonies found.

Performs chemical analyses of substances including, but not limited to, acids, alcohols and enzymes produced by bacteria and other micro-organisms.

Maintains and manages the daily quality control records in the Clinical Laboratory Department as related to microbiology.

Performs and records routine preventative maintenance and instrument function checks on all microbiology equipment in the Clinical Laboratory Department.

Performs Proficiency Testing as required and follows established procedures.

DOCUMENTATION:Responsible for accurately completing records and reports and other statistical information for master files or databases.

Follows laboratory policy for data retrieval, record keeping, specimen, and identification, requisition, reporting, charting, and billing procedures. Updates Records and Documents on a daily basis

COMMUNICATION/TEAMWORK:Maintains positive working relationship with the medical staff and hospital personnel.

Uses positive interpersonal skills to educate/support lab customers and promote success of team members. Uses clear and concise verbal and written communication with staff and the public.

Acts independently on supervisor's direction and accepts responsibility of the adopted policy and procedures of the hospital and the laboratory.

Shares call duty and works different shifts as required.

Immediately notifies the patient care unit or physician of any critical test results, within 15 mins of the result generation. Interacts professionally with all department members, physicians' staff, administration and the Director of Clinical Laboratory and Pathology.

QUALITY CONTROL/QUALITY IMPROVEMENT:To perform and follow quality assurance programmes for various laboratory sub departments. Participates in QC/QI for area of specialty and Lab indicators.

Does not report patient results unless quality control data are within accepted parameters.

Recognizes out of control values, takes corrective action, and notifies others of changes.

SAFETY AND EDUCATION: Complies with laboratory safety procedures. Possesses adequate knowledge of instrumentation, theory, and application of new and existing tests. Completes education necessary to maintain licensure or certification for the job. Uses and maintains all laboratory equipment correctly.

PROBLEM SOLVING/CRITICAL THINKING:Assumes responsibility to resolve problems.

Performs required preventative maintenance procedures in laboratory instrumentation.

Investigates and resolves technical problems, consults supervisor if resolution involves policy or procedure modification. Identifies real or potential situations or equipment failure, attempts to resolve within area of specialty or knowledge and refers complex issues to appropriate source.

May be a key analyzer operator with proper training and documentation of skills.

Follows the laboratory safety policies and participates in safety education programs. To attend and follow continuous medical training and education program.

1. Associate Degree in Medical Laboratory Technology
2. At least two (2) years of Medical Laboratory experience.
3. Currently licensed in country of origin and with DHA license to practice in Dubai UAE.
4. Fluent in spoken & written English, Arabic language is desirable, but not essential.

NMC Healthcare is one of the largest private healthcare networks in the United Arab Emirates. Since 1975, it has provided high quality, personalised, and compassionate care to its patients and is proud to have earned the trust of millions of people in the UAE and around the world.

NMC's network is made up of 85 medical facilities, including JCI-accredited multi-specialty hospitals, medical centres, community clinics, day surgery centres, fertility clinics, home health services, and long-term care facilities. It employs over 12,000 people and serves over 5.5 million patients every year.

Job Summary:

1. Assist the Laboratory Manager in the coordination of laboratory activities. Provide accurate, timely and cost effective testing of patient samples to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of disease in compliance and harmony with the quality management system. The Lab Technician has supervisory responsibility, limited to his / her work department
2. Medical technologist may be rotated through the various laboratory departments in order to keep himself / herself familiarized with those laboratory procedures which may be ordered on an emergency basis when working shifts.

Key Responsibilities:

1. LAB PROCEDURES
   :
2. Performs and interprets microbiology procedures for the Clinical Laboratory Department in accordance with established hospital policies and procedures and applicable regulatory guidelines.
3. Isolates and makes cultures of significant bacteria or other micro-organisms in prescribed or standard inhibitory media and controlling factors, such as moisture, aeration, temperature and nutrition.
4. Identifies micro-organisms via microscopic examination of physiological, morphological and cultural characteristics. Responsible for conducting tests to determine susceptibility of pathogenic microorganisms to sulfa drugs, penicillin and other antibiotics.
5. Prepares and interprets gram stains, acid fast stains, preparations of fungus an parasitology.
6. Responsible for preparing culture media reagents and stains for various procedures. Responsible for observing material derived from cultures and identifying the type of bacterial colonies found.
7. DOCUMENTATION
   :
8. Responsible for accurately completing records and reports and other statistical information for master files or databases.
9. Follows laboratory policy for data retrieval, record keeping, specimen, and identification, requisition, reporting, charting, and billing procedures. Updates Records and Documents on a daily basis
10. COMMUNICATION/TEAMWORK
    :
11. Maintains positive working relationship with the medical staff and hospital personnel.
12. Uses positive interpersonal skills to educate/support lab customers and promote success of team members. Uses clear and concise verbal and written communication with staff and the public.
13. Acts independently on supervisor's direction and accepts responsibility of the adopted policy and procedures of the hospital and the laboratory.
14. Shares call duty and works different shifts as required.
15. Immediately notifies
    the patient care unit or physician of any
    critical test results, within 15 mins of the result generation.
    Interacts professionally with all department members, physicians' staff, administration and the Director of Clinical Laboratory and Pathology.
16. QUALITY CONTROL/QUALITY IMPROVEMENT
    :
17. To perform and follow quality assurance programmes for various laboratory sub departments. Participates in QC/QI for area of specialty and Lab indicators.
18. Does not report patient results unless quality control data are within accepted parameters.
19. Recognizes out of control values, takes corrective action, and notifies others of changes.
20. SAFETY AND EDUCATION
    : Complies with laboratory safety procedures. Possesses adequate knowledge of instrumentation, theory, and application of new and existing tests. Completes education necessary to maintain licensure or certification for the job. Uses and maintains all laboratory equipment correctly.
21. PROBLEM SOLVING/CRITICAL THINKING
    :
22. Assumes responsibility to resolve problems.
23. Performs required preventative maintenance procedures in laboratory instrumentation.
24. Investigates and resolves technical problems, consults supervisor if resolution involves policy or procedure modification. Identifies real or potential situations or equipment failure, attempts to resolve within area of specialty or knowledge and refers complex issues to appropriate source.

Education, Qualifications & Experience:

1. Associate Degree in Medical Laboratory Technology
2. At least two (2) years of Medical Laboratory experience.
3. Currently licensed in country of origin and with DHA license to practice in Dubai UAE.
4. Fluent in spoken & written English, Arabic language is desirable, but not essential.

Job Summary

ICBA is looking for a highly skilled and motivated scientist with expertise in genomics, molecular biology, and marker-assisted breeding to join our research team. The successful candidate will play a key role in advancing our understanding of genetics and genomics to speed-up breeding programs. The scientist will further be responsible for designing and conducting experiments, analyzing genomic data, and trait-based marker development and marker-assisted germplasm enhancement applications in the ICBA breeding program, with a focus on tolerance to abiotic stresses, like salinity, heat, and drought etc.

Job Responsibilitie

• sLead innovative resource mobilization efforts to strengthen the plant molecular biology research program at ICBA in close collaboration with similar research organization
• sCarry out innovative, impactful research on plant molecular biology that has strategic importance to ICBA in consultation with the plant breeding team, with a focus on prioritized crops
• .Design and conduct high-throughput sequencing experiments to analyze and understand plant genomes
• .Perform genetic mapping and linkage analysis to identify marker-trait associations for key crop specific traits as per product profiles
• .Identify genetic markers (SNPs/PCR-based) associated with desirable traits, high-throughput genotyping technologies involving novel molecular tools
• .Develop and implement marker-assisted breeding strategies to introgress beneficial traits into crop varieties
• .Contribute to the design of relevant experiments; supervise implementation, field management and data collection, and the production of relevant scientific publications
• .Collaborate with breeding and bioinformatic teams to provide genomic information to the breeding programs for better trait understanding and their integration into breeding pipeline
• sConduct DNA fingerprinting and molecular profiling of various crop varieties developed by ICBA and selected gene bank accessions
• .Collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams including molecular biologists, breeders, and bioinformaticians
• .Communicate research findings through presentations, reports, and scientific publications
• .Oversee and manage the ICBA molecular biology laboratory and its activities, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and standard operating procedures
• .Train and mentor other researchers, technicians, and students

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Qualifications and Experien**

ceEssentia

• l:Post-PhD minimum five-year experience in Plant Molecular Biology / Plant Biotechnology or related fiel
• dsProven practical experience in MAS Breeding and particularly field breeding programs on climate resilient crops suited to biosaline and arid environmen
• tsProficiency in various PCR-based markers, high-throughput genotyping technologies and novel molecular tool
• s.Experience in managing and analyzing huge data sets of genomic data, and integrating into prioritized breeding program
• s.Fluency in English, ability to work with minimal supervision and a team playe
• r.High level of organization, ability to manage multiple tasks in a diverse environmen
• t.Excellent technical writing skills and proven relevant publication reco

rdDesirabl

• e:Hands-on proficiency with genome sequencer operatio
• nsFamiliarity with breeding programs of climate-resilient crops, quinoa and other halophyte
• s.Knowledge of statistical analysis methods for genetic data interpretatio
• n.Knowledge of Arab

ic

The International Center for Biosaline Agriculture(ICBA) is an international, non-profit agricultural research center established in 1999 through the visionary leadership of the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB), the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) Fund, the Arab Fund for Economic and Social Development (AFESD), and the Government of the United Arab Emirates (UAE). ICBA is a unique applied agricultural research center in the world that is focused on marginal areas where an estimated 1.7 billion people live. It identifies, tests and introduces resource-efficient, climate-smart crops and technologies that are best suited to different regions affected by salinity, water scarcity and drought. Through its work, ICBA helps to improve food security and livelihoods for some of the poorest rural communities around the world. ICBA is an equal opportunity employer and appoints qualified staff regardless of race, creed, color, age, gender, religion or national origin. We demonstrate our commitment to each member of our team through a competitive benefits package designed to assist our employees to cover their needs and the needs of their immediate family members.

Job Summary

ICBA is looking for a highly skilled and motivated scientist with expertise in genomics, molecular biology, and marker-assisted breeding to join our research team. The successful candidate will play a key role in advancing our understanding of genetics and genomics to speed-up breeding programs. The scientist will further be responsible for designing and conducting experiments, analyzing genomic data, and trait-based marker development and marker-assisted germplasm enhancement applications in the ICBA breeding program, with a focus on tolerance to abiotic stresses, like salinity, heat, and drought etc.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead innovative resource mobilization efforts to strengthen the plant molecular biology research program at ICBA in close collaboration with similar research organizations
• Carry out innovative, impactful research on plant molecular biology that has strategic importance to ICBA in consultation with the plant breeding team, with a focus on prioritized crops.
• Design and conduct high-throughput sequencing experiments to analyze and understand plant genomes.
• Perform genetic mapping and linkage analysis to identify marker-trait associations for key crop specific traits as per product profiles.
• Identify genetic markers (SNPs/PCR-based) associated with desirable traits, high-throughput genotyping technologies involving novel molecular tools.
• Develop and implement marker-assisted breeding strategies to introgress beneficial traits into crop varieties.
• Contribute to the design of relevant experiments; supervise implementation, field management and data collection, and the production of relevant scientific publications.
• Collaborate with breeding and bioinformatic teams to provide genomic information to the breeding programs for better trait understanding and their integration into breeding pipelines
• Conduct DNA fingerprinting and molecular profiling of various crop varieties developed by ICBA and selected gene bank accessions.
• Collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams including molecular biologists, breeders, and bioinformaticians.
• Communicate research findings through presentations, reports, and scientific publications.
• Oversee and manage the ICBA molecular biology laboratory and its activities, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and standard operating procedures.
• Train and mentor other researchers, technicians, and students.

Qualifications and Experience

Essential:

• Post-PhD minimum five-year experience in Plant Molecular Biology / Plant Biotechnology or related fields
• Proven practical experience in MAS Breeding and particularly field breeding programs on climate resilient crops suited to biosaline and arid environments
• Proficiency in various PCR-based markers, high-throughput genotyping technologies and novel molecular tools.
• Experience in managing and analyzing huge data sets of genomic data, and integrating into prioritized breeding programs.
• Fluency in English, ability to work with minimal supervision and a team player.
• High level of organization, ability to manage multiple tasks in a diverse environment.
• Excellent technical writing skills and proven relevant publication record

Desirable:

• Hands-on proficiency with genome sequencer operations
• Familiarity with breeding programs of climate-resilient crops, quinoa and other halophytes.
• Knowledge of statistical analysis methods for genetic data interpretation.
• Knowledge of Arabic

Post Date

2 September 2025

Status

Open

Vacancy Type

Full-time

Closing Date

16 September 2025

Location

Dubai, UAE

Report To

Program Leader - CDG

Job Number

ICBA-DP

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