36 Senior Research Scientist jobs in Dubai

We are seeking an experienced medical research scientist to join our team in the field of pathology. Your primary role will be to conduct laboratory tests and perform pathological research to aid in disease diagnosis.

• Performing specimen analysis using various laboratory tools and equipment to study samples and test bodily fluids and tissues.
• Conducting thorough analyses to identify abnormalities that may indicate disease, then conveying this information to medical professionals for further diagnosis and treatment.
• Utilizing checklists, software, and retesting to ensure accurate and precise results.
• Collaborating with healthcare professionals to develop potential treatment options.
• Preparing detailed pathology reports outlining specimens tested, test results, and final diagnoses.
• Engaging in ongoing research to improve testing methods and develop innovative treatments for diseases.
• Remaining up-to-date on advancements in pathology and medical practice.

• Proven experience as a Pathologist or similar role
• Valid and active medical license
• Experience with lab testing equipment such as microscopes and flow cytometers
• Exceptional analytical and research skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Relevant training and/or specialization degree as a Pathologist
• Bachelor's of medicine degree

We are seeking an experienced Chemist to join our team in Dubai, UAE. The successful applicant will be responsible for conducting laboratory tests, developing and testing chemical processes, creating new products and processes, researching new methods of analysis, recording results of experiments, and interpreting data.

• Main Responsibilities:
• Conducting laboratory tests to analyze substances;
• Developing and testing chemical processes;
• Creating new products and processes;
• Researching new methods of analysis;
• Recording results of experiments;
• Interpreting data;

Requirements

To be successful in this role, you must have a degree in Chemistry or a related field, knowledge of laboratory techniques and safety protocols, excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, the ability to interpret complex data accurately, and strong problem-solving skills.

• Necessary Skills and Qualifications:
• Degree in Chemistry or a related field;
• Knowledge of laboratory techniques and safety protocols;
• Excellent organizational skills;
• Attention to detail;
• Ability to interpret complex data accurately;
• Strong problem-solving skills;

Benefits

This is a full-time role with benefits including medical insurance, flight tickets for return/home leave, one month of paid annual leave, and more.

• Additional Benefits:
• Medical insurance;
• Flight tickets for return/home leave;
• One month of paid annual leave;
• More benefits;

Application Guidelines

If you believe you have the necessary skills and experience, we would love to hear from you.

This role involves working in a laboratory environment focused on research and development.

• Prepare high-quality samples according to the formulas provided by R&D chemists.
• Perform color matching according to specifications.
• Operate lab equipment, including grinders, extruders, mixers, dry-blenders, bonding machines, and characterization tools.
• Plan and coordinate with the maintenance team for preventive maintenance and lab equipment repair.
• Follow all safety guidelines and use personal protective equipment consistently.

Key Responsibilities:

We are seeking a highly skilled Chemical Analyst to join our team in Dubai. The successful candidate will be responsible for performing laboratory tests and experiments to analyze samples and determine their chemical composition, as well as develop new products and processes.

• Conduct laboratory tests and experiments to analyze samples and determine their chemical composition.
• Develop new products or processes using laboratory techniques including chromatography, spectrometry, titration, distillation, and other methods.
• Document all results accurately and prepare reports on findings from the experiments conducted.

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or a related field.
• At least one year of experience in a similar role.
• Excellent knowledge of chemistry principles.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work safely with hazardous materials.

A competitive salary package, excellent benefits, and opportunities for career growth and development.

This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled Chemical Analyst to join our team and contribute to the success of our organization.

**Job Opportunity:** Blockchain Research Developer

We are seeking a highly skilled developer to focus on server development and maintenance with expertise in Go, Java, or Python programming languages.

1. Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field
2. Strong knowledge of blockchain technology and its applications
3. Experience with cloud-based infrastructure and deployment tools
4. Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work independently

Key Responsibilities:

The Business Growth Research & Development (R&D) Manager is responsible for driving innovation, identifying new business opportunities, and enhancing the organization's competitive edge through research and strategic development. This role involves market analysis, trend forecasting, product/service development, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to implement growth initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a strong blend of analytical skills, business acumen, and innovative thinking to support long-term sustainability and expansion.

• Business Growth Strategy & Market Research:
  Conduct in-depth market research to identify new business opportunities, trends, and competitive landscapes.
  Analyze customer needs, industry developments, and emerging technologies to inform growth strategies.
  Develop business models, feasibility studies, and strategic roadmaps for expansion.
• Research & Development (R&D):
  Lead R&D initiatives to enhance existing products/services or develop new ones.
  Collaborate with product development, sales, and marketing teams to align R&D efforts with business objectives.
  Evaluate new technologies, partnerships, and investment opportunities to drive innovation.
• New Business Development & Partnerships:
  Identify and develop strategic alliances, partnerships, and collaborations.
  Support mergers, acquisitions, and joint ventures that align with the company's growth vision.
  Negotiate contracts and agreements to secure business expansion opportunities.
• Data Analysis & Performance Measurement:
  Utilize data analytics and market intelligence to measure the effectiveness of growth initiatives.
  Develop KPIs and performance metrics to track progress and optimize strategies.
  Present insights and recommendations to senior management for informed decision-making.
• Process Improvement & Innovation Management:
  Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the organization.
  Implement R&D best practices to improve operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
  Drive digital transformation and automation strategies where applicable.

• Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Economics, Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience: Proven experience in business growth, R&D, market research, or corporate strategy.
• Technical Skills:
  Proficiency in data analytics tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, Google Analytics).
  Familiarity with R&D methodologies and business model innovation.
• Soft Skills:
  Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking abilities.
  Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership skills.
  Ability to work cross-functionally and drive collaboration between teams.
• Industry Knowledge: Understanding of industry-specific market trends, regulatory landscapes, and competitive forces.

Posted Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 6:30 PM

About Us

GRIFFCO Foods results from the strategic partnership between two companies Griffith foods and IFFCO that are purely driven by purpose and over 100 years of a solid family-based culture. It combines Griffith Food’s global reach, innovation expertise and core capabilities with IFFCO’s deep-rooted heritage and outstanding infrastructure in the region.

GRIFFCO Foods is the only food service partner that provides you with expert, sustainable food solutions with extreme agility for businesses that desire insight oriented, culinary inspired innovation across the GCC, the Levant region, Egypt and Pakistan because they need the support of a global agile product development partner to keep them future ready in an era of fast changing trends and preferences.

Our Purpose
At GRIFFCO Foods our purpose defines who we are, what we do, and why we exist, highlighting what makes us distinct and authentic in the marketplace. GRIFFCO Foods exists to collaboratively create best-in-class sustainable products and solutions that are globally local, harnessing centuries of product development expertise with the speed, agility, and precision required to deliver future-ready innovation

Join Our Family
When you join GRIFFCO Foods, you are not only joining our family, you are joining a community of change-makers. At GRIFFCO Foods, you are encouraged and empowered to make meaningful contributions and discover innovative solutions.

GRIFFCO Foods does not discriminate against qualified employees or applicant because of the following actual or perceived characteristic: race, colour, religion, gender identity, age national origin, physical and mental disability. Equal opportunity will be extended to all persons in all aspects of the employer-employee relationship, including recruitment, hiring, participation in benefits programs, trainings, promotion, transfer, layoff, recall and termination.

Major Duties &Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the development of the product pipeline with current and future customers, understanding their needs and challenges creating solutions that drive mutual value.
• Grow and transform the product portfolio meeting nutrition and sustainability criteria
• ‘Hands on’ development of products with customers.
• Build a fully engaged local R&D team with standalone, fit for Purpose Food science and R&D capabilities incl but not exclusive to raw materials, culinary center and pilot scale assets.
• Unlock value through our existing regional and global portfolio of products (lifting and launching.)
• Support the end to end creation of value streams in the key markets
• Build and leverage a strong network of partners across the specified region and globe, utilizing Griffith Foods internal networks, existing external partners and creating new ones in an ecosystem approach.
• Understand the regulatory constraints and engage with internal and external partners to manage compliance.
• Support the set-up of manufacturing and co-manufacturing in the selected countries

Problem Solving/Decision Making:

• Working in a highly ambiguous environment, creative problem solver, capable of navigating complex challenges.
• Works with independence, exercising ingenuity and judgement in the approach to and accomplishment of tasks.

Knowledge and Experience:

• Minimum Degree in Food Science/Technology, Chemistry or similar.
• Proven management and leadership experience at senior level.
• Language: English is a must
• Experience in technical development of savoury products, including protein and snacks.
• Experience of working in country and internationally.
• Current awareness of local and global flavour trends, culinary trends, and new technology in food applications;
• People Leadership and team development, remote Line management would be a benefit.
• Excellent communication and relationship building skills
• A creative problem solver across the value chain (from raw materials to customer scale up)
• End to end product leadership, from culinary through to scale up (manufacture).
• High level learning agility
• Drive for results
• Dealing with ambiguity.
• Business acumen
• Ideally with B to B or food service experience.
• Priority setting
• Project management
• Benchtop development, with an eagerness and proven ability to be hands on.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Griffith Foods believes that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunity. Griffith Foods does not discriminate against qualified employees or applicants because of the following actual or perceived characteristics: race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, breastfeeding or related medical condition, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, genetic characteristic or information, AIDS or HIV status, order of protection status, marital status, military or veteran status, unfavorable discharge from military service, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Equal employment opportunity will be extended to all persons in all aspect of the employer-employee relationship, including recruitment, hiring, participation in benefit programs, training, promotion, transfer, discipline, layoff, recall, and termination.

In carrying out our commitment to equal employment opportunity, Griffith Foods will make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship, safety, and/or health risk. Applicants and employees requiring reasonable accommodations must notify Human Resources.

The R&D Executive is responsible to oversee and manage the research and development activities related to food products. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including sales team, production personnel and quality departments, to drive innovation, develop new products, improve existing ones, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. Your role will contribute to the growth and success of the company by driving product innovation and maintaining high-quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Research and Development Strategy:

• Develop and execute the company's research and development strategy in line with business objectives and market trends.
• Identify new opportunities for product development, process improvement, and cost optimization.

New Product Development:

• Lead the development of new food products from concept to commercialization, ensuring feasibility, safety, and quality.
• Conduct market research to understand consumer preferences, trends, and competitor products.
• Collaborate with the sales team to identify consumer needs and translate them into innovative product concepts.

Formulation and Recipe Development:

• Create and optimize recipes, formulations, and processes for new and existing products.
• Source and evaluate raw materials, ingredients, and additives for functionality, quality, and cost-effectiveness.
• Conduct sensory evaluations, shelf-life studies, and stability tests to ensure product quality and safety.

Regulatory Compliance:

• Stay updated with food safety regulations and ensure compliance with relevant local, national, and international standards.
• Collaborate with regulatory affairs teams to secure necessary certifications and approvals for new products.

Cross-functional Collaboration:

• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including sales, production, quality assurance, and purchase, to ensure seamless product development and launch.
• Provide technical support and guidance to production teams during scale-up and production trials.
• Collaborate with external partners, suppliers, and research organizations to leverage expertise and resources.

Documentation and Reporting:

• Maintain accurate and detailed records of research, experiments, and results.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and documentation for internal stakeholders and regulatory submissions.
• Monitor and analyze market trends, competitor activities, and consumer feedback to identify areas for improvement and innovation.