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The Market Research Analyst will be responsible for gathering, analyzing, and interpreting market data to help the company make informed business decisions. The role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights. The ideal candidate will work closely with management, marketing, and product teams to identify market trends, customer preferences, and competitive positioning in the region.

Collect and analyze data on consumers, competitors, and market conditions using statistical tools and software.

Conduct surveys, interviews, focus groups, and other methods to gather market intelligence.

Interpret data, identify trends, and prepare detailed reports with actionable insights and recommendations.

Monitor and forecast marketing and sales trends to support strategic planning.

Evaluate the effectiveness of marketing campaigns and suggest improvements.

Develop and maintain databases of market data, research findings, and competitor information.

Present research findings to management and stakeholders through charts, reports, and presentations.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams including marketing, sales, product development, and strategy.

Stay updated with industry developments, economic indicators, and emerging trends in the Middle East market.

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Economics, Statistics, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).

2–4 years of experience in market research, data analytics, or a related field.

Proven track record of conducting both qualitative and quantitative research.

Strong knowledge of research methodologies, data collection, and statistical analysis techniques.

Proficiency in market research and statistical tools (SPSS, SAS, R, Python, or similar).

Strong skills in data visualization (Excel, Power BI, Tableau, or equivalent).

Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking abilities.

Strong communication and presentation skills for conveying findings to non-technical stakeholders.

Ability to handle multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.

High attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy and quality.

Familiarity with Middle Eastern market dynamics will be an added advantage.

Job Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee the food safety management systems for the entire CPU.
• Conduct daily inspections in the facility to ensure compliance with FSMS standards.
• Provide guidance and support to the CPU team to ensure adherence to food safety protocols.
• Manage lab testing, create microbiological and organoleptic schedules, and analyze product testing reports.
• Monitor semi-finished and finished products before dispatching; highlight and rectify any issues before dispatch.
• Generate suggestions for continuous improvement initiatives and projects within the department.
• Handle complaints: Investigate customer and outlet complaints related to food safety and quality, prepare detailed reports, and maintain the complaint tracking sheet.
• Ensure timely corrective and preventive actions are initiated by relevant departments to prevent recurrence.
• Coordinate with external service suppliers (e.g., grease trap, pest control, kitchen hood) to ensure services are conducted on timely manner and efficiently.
• Monitor and verify compliance with food safety logs that are being filled.
• Ensure traceability of items for all finished products.
• Escalate and highlight maintenance issues via email to the concerned facility and maintenance team.
• Conduct food transportation audits to ensure compliance with standards.
• Conduct quarterly refresher training for all staff and provide toolbox talks.
• Perform daily quality checks to ensure compliance with INDPT standards.
• Ensure the food watch account is active and that Certified PICs are consistently performing inspections on the food watch platform.
• Attend all third-party audits and support the CPU team in preparing CAR reports.
• Monitor and ensure cleaning activities in the CPU; guide the cleaning supervisor to maintain thorough hygiene throughout the facility.
• Draft checklists, policies, and standard operating procedures as required, ensuring they meet regulatory and operational standards.

Acino is a Swiss pharmaceutical company, leader in advanced drug delivery technologies. We have a clear focus on selected emerging markets in the Middle East, Africa, the CIS Region, and Latin America, and we operate in some of the most dynamic countries of the world. We value courage, commitment, trust, and empathy and provide an environment that supports initiative and effort. We are proud to be action-oriented and open-minded, with a strong focus on quality and product availability, even in remote and hard-to-reach areas of the world.

We are constantly expanding our market position with a future-oriented international business strategy. Therefore, we are looking for a dedicated and motivated person to strengthen our Quality team in Dubai, UAE Site- Acino Pharmaceuticals FZ LLC

Quality Control Analyst will be responsible for performing analytical testing, maintaining laboratory resources, ensuring compliance with quality and safety standards, and supporting product release, method transfers, and validations. He /She will work with advanced analytical instruments, uphold data integrity principles, and ensure full compliance with GMP requirements to maintain product quality, safety, and efficacy.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform analysis of raw materials, packaging materials, bulk products, finished products, in-process samples, stability samples, process/cleaning validation samples, and miscellaneous samples as per approved methods and protocols.
• Ensure all activities comply with GLP, GMP, and ALCOA+ principles.
• Operate major analytical instruments including HPLC, GC, Dissolution Apparatus, UV-Vis Spectrophotometer, and IR.
• Perform daily verification, calibration, and routine maintenance of instruments as per SOPs.
• Maintain an up-to-date inventory of reference standards, working standards, impurity standards, analytical columns, reagents, chemicals, and consumables.
• Conduct qualification of working standards against reference or primary standards.
• Prepare volumetric solutions and standardize them for routine use.
• Prepare, review, and update SOPs, test methods, and specifications as needed.
• Record all data accurately, clearly, and in real-time following GLP requirements.
• Report and support investigations for any OOS, OOT, incidents, or non-compliance activities.
• Initiate and support Change Control, CAPA, and Deviation processes as required.
• Follow safety procedures and use the recommended PPE for all QC activities.
• Ensure compliance with EHS policies and safe work practices in the laboratory.
• Support analytical validation/verification and cleaning validation studies.
• Participate in laboratory improvement initiatives.
• Carry out additional tasks assigned by the QC Manager in line with department objectives.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, pharmaceutical sciences, or related discipline.
• 1–3 years of experience in a pharmaceutical QC laboratory.
• Hands-on experience with HPLC, GC, Dissolution, UV, and IR instruments.
• Knowledge of LIMS and SAP systems is preferred.
• Good understanding of GMP, GLP, and data integrity principles (ALCOA+).
• Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.

This is the opportunity to join a very dynamic organization, where decisions are taken fast and where you can actively participate in shaping our future. If this sounds exciting, we would love to hear more about you!

Please apply via our HR system here.

Job Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee the food safety management systems for the entire CPU.
• Conduct daily inspections in the facility to ensure compliance with FSMS standards.
• Provide guidance and support to the CPU team to ensure adherence to food safety protocols.
• Manage lab testing, create microbiological and organoleptic schedules, and analyze product testing reports.
• Monitor semi-finished and finished products before dispatching; highlight and rectify any issues before dispatch.
• Generate suggestions for continuous improvement initiatives and projects within the department.
• Handle complaints: Investigate customer and outlet complaints related to food safety and quality, prepare detailed reports, and maintain the complaint tracking sheet.
• Ensure timely corrective and preventive actions are initiated by relevant departments to prevent recurrence.
• Coordinate with external service suppliers (e.g., grease trap, pest control, kitchen hood) to ensure services are conducted on timely manner and efficiently.
• Monitor and verify compliance with food safety logs that are being filled.
• Ensure traceability of items for all finished products.
• Escalate and highlight maintenance issues via email to the concerned facility and maintenance team.
• Conduct food transportation audits to ensure compliance with standards.
• Conduct quarterly refresher training for all staff and provide toolbox talks.
• Perform daily quality checks to ensure compliance with INDPT standards.
• Ensure the food watch account is active and that Certified PICs are consistently performing inspections on the food watch platform.
• Attend all third-party audits and support the CPU team in preparing CAR reports.
• Monitor and ensure cleaning activities in the CPU; guide the cleaning supervisor to maintain thorough hygiene throughout the facility.
• Draft checklists, policies, and standard operating procedures as required, ensuring they meet regulatory and operational standards.

Quality Control – Document Administrator

Acino is a Swiss pharmaceutical company, leader in advanced drug delivery technologies. We have a clear focus on selected emerging markets in the Middle East, Africa, the CIS Region, and Latin America, and we operate in some of the most dynamic countries of the world. We value courage, commitment, trust, and empathy and provide an environment that supports initiative and effort. We are proud to be action-oriented and open-minded, with a strong focus on quality and product availability, even in remote and hard-to-reach areas of the world.

We are constantly expanding our market position with a future-oriented international business strategy. Therefore, we are looking for a dedicated and motivated person to strengthen our Quality Control team in Dubai, UAE Site- Acino Pharmaceuticals FZ LLC

Job Overview:

The QC Document Administrator is responsible for ensuring effective control of all QC documentation and sample management processes, in alignment with GLP, GMP, and data integrity principles, supporting laboratory compliance, resources coordination, and ensures smooth execution of QC operations from material receipt to reporting.

Job Responsible:

• Manage QC documents (SOPs, specifications, STPs, release reports, logbooks, training records) in compliance with ALCOA+ principles.
• Ensure timely drafting, revision, approval, and archival of SOPs, specifications, standard test procedures, and reports.
• Maintain document storage, retrieval, and archival systems (manual and electronic such as SAP, Dot Compliance, etc.).
• Monitor document version control and ensure accessibility to authorized personnel only.
• Oversee receipt, registration, and distribution of QC samples as per lot management and sample receiving procedures.
• Ensure proper handling, storage, and tracking of samples (raw materials, packaging, intermediates, finished products, and stability).
• Performing sampling activities for raw materials and water system samples in compliance with GLP and SOPs.
• Maintain sample retention and disposal records as per regulatory and company requirements.
• Monitor and reinforce adherence to GLP practices within the QC laboratory.
• Support internal audits, inspections, and compliance activities by ensuring availability and accuracy of records.
• Report and escalate any observed deviations, non-compliance, or data integrity concerns to QC Manager.
• Coordinate usage and availability of sampling and testing resources (sampling tools, logbooks, controlled forms, etc.).
• Support QC Manager in managing laboratory schedules, prioritizing sample workflows, and aligning resources for timely completion.
• Ensure laboratory personnel training records are maintained, up-to-date, and available for audits.
• Ensure all activities are performed in compliance with EHS policy and PPE requirements.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of QC data, documents, and product information.
• Participate in improvement initiatives for QC operations and documentation processes.
• Provide inputs for system enhancements (SAP, LIMS, documentation tools) to streamline QC efficiency.
• Perform any other responsibilities assigned by the QC Manager to support department needs.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in science or pharmacy with relevant experience.
• 1-3 years of experience in pharmaceutical QC role (GLP/GMP environment preferred).
• Knowledge of data integrity (ALCOA+), GLP, and regulatory requirements.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Familiarity with SAP, LIMS, or other digital quality/document management systems is an advantage.

This is the opportunity to join a very dynamic organization, where decisions are taken fast and where you can actively participate in shaping our future. If this sounds exciting, we would love to hear more about you!

Only direct applications will be considered. Please apply via our HR system here.

Job Overview

The QC Document Controller is responsible for ensuring effective control of all QC documentation and sample management processes, in alignment with GLP, GMP, and data integrity principles, supporting laboratory compliance, resources coordination, and ensures smooth execution of QC operations from material receipt to reporting.

• Manage QC documents (SOPs, specifications, STPs, release reports, logbooks, training records) in compliance with ALCOA+ principles.
• Ensure timely drafting, revision, approval, and archival of SOPs, specifications, standard test procedures, and reports.
• Maintain document storage, retrieval, and archival systems (manual and electronic such as SAP, Dot Compliance, etc.).
• Monitor document version control and ensure accessibility to authorized personnel only.
• Oversee receipt, registration, and distribution of QC samples as per lot management and sample receiving procedures.
• Ensure proper handling, storage, and tracking of samples (raw materials, packaging, intermediates, finished products, and stability).
• Perform sampling activities for raw materials and water system samples in compliance with GLP and SOPs.
• Maintain sample retention and disposal records as per regulatory and company requirements.
• Monitor and reinforce adherence to GLP practices within the QC laboratory.
• Support internal audits, inspections, and compliance activities by ensuring availability and accuracy of records.
• Report and escalate any observed deviations, non-compliance, or data integrity concerns to QC Manager.
• Coordinate usage and availability of sampling and testing resources (sampling tools, logbooks, controlled forms, etc.).
• Support QC Manager in managing laboratory schedules, prioritizing sample workflows, and aligning resources for timely completion.
• Ensure laboratory personnel training records are maintained, up-to-date, and available for audits.
• Ensure all activities are performed in compliance with EHS policy and PPE requirements.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of QC data, documents, and product information.
• Participate in improvement initiatives for QC operations and documentation processes.
• Provide inputs for system enhancements (SAP, LIMS, documentation tools) to streamline QC efficiency.
• Perform any other responsibilities assigned by the QC Manager to support department needs.

• Bachelor’s degree in science or pharmacy with relevant experience.
• 1-3 years of experience in pharmaceutical QC role (GLP/GMP environment preferred).
• Knowledge of data integrity (ALCOA+), GLP, and regulatory requirements.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Familiarity with SAP, LIMS, or other digital quality/document management systems is an advantage.

This is the opportunity to join a very dynamic organization, where decisions are taken fast and where you can actively participate in shaping our future. If this sounds exciting, we would love to hear more about you!

Please apply via our HR system here.

The Quality Control Specialist will be responsible for ensuring that all joinery products (kitchens, wardrobes, doors, custom furniture, and other wood products) meet high standards of craftsmanship, durability, and finish. This role involves setting up inspection systems, monitoring production at every stage, and ensuring compliance with design specifications, material standards, and client expectations.

• Develop and implement quality control checklists and procedures for joinery production (cutting, assembly, finishing, installation).
• Inspect raw materials (wood, veneers, laminates, hardware, fittings) for quality and conformity with approved specifications.
• Conduct in-process inspections to monitor dimensions, joints, finishing, and surface treatments.
• Approve/reject products based on tolerance, appearance, and durability standards.
• Ensure packaging, handling, and site delivery are done in accordance with QC protocols.

• Maintain compliance with ISO, FSC, and local standards relevant to joinery and interiors.
• Identify recurring defects and coordinate with production supervisors for corrective and preventive actions.
• Ensure adherence to project drawings, shop drawings, and specifications before release for client approval.
• Work closely with installation teams to ensure site execution matches factory QC standards.

• Maintain QC records, inspection reports, and NCRs (Non-Conformance Reports).
• Provide feedback loops to the design, procurement, and production teams.
• Prepare weekly QC reports for management and project stakeholders.
• Train production and installation staff on quality standards and best practices.
• Support the Management in client handover inspections.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives across the production floor.

• Minimum 3–5 years of proven QC experience in joinery/interiors/kitchen & wardrobe production.
• Strong knowledge of joinery techniques, woodworking machinery, finishes, and hardware systems (hinges, slides, fittings, accessories).
• Familiarity with AutoCAD/technical drawings and ability to read detailed shop drawings.
• Understanding of ISO standards, quality management systems, and inspection protocols.
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving ability.
• Strong communication and documentation skills (English essential, Arabic and Hindi is a plus).