Senior Laboratory Scientist

Job Description
Job Title: Senior Laboratory Scientist

Location:
United Arab Emirates (Remote) Employment Type: Full-Time Work Arrangement: 100% Remote — Work From Home Level: Senior

About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Senior Laboratory Scientist to provide scientific oversight, analytical data evaluation, laboratory quality assurance support, and technical documentation review. The successful candidate will contribute to the accuracy, reliability, and integrity of laboratory operations by evaluating test results, reviewing analytical methods, monitoring quality indicators, and coordinating with laboratory professionals and research teams. This position is fully remote and focuses on scientific analysis, technical consultation, quality monitoring, and reporting rather than hands-on laboratory testing.

Key Responsibilities
- Provide remote scientific and technical support for laboratory operations and analytical projects.
- Review laboratory test results, analytical data, and scientific records for accuracy and completeness.
- Interpret experimental findings and identify unusual results, trends, and potential analytical inconsistencies.
- Evaluate laboratory methods, testing protocols, and analytical procedures.
- Review method validation, verification, and performance qualification documentation.
- Monitor quality control data, control charts, proficiency testing results, and analytical performance indicators.
- Support investigations into out-of-specification, out-of-trend, and atypical laboratory results.
- Review deviations, non-conformance reports, corrective actions, and preventive action documentation.
- Prepare and review laboratory reports, technical summaries, and scientific presentations.
- Develop, review, and maintain standard operating procedures and laboratory work instructions.
- Monitor compliance documentation against applicable laboratory quality standards and regulatory requirements.
- Coordinate with laboratory managers, quality assurance teams, researchers, and technical specialists.
- Review equipment qualification, calibration, maintenance, and performance records.
- Support laboratory data integrity, traceability, and controlled record management.
- Evaluate analytical trends and recommend improvements to testing reliability and operational efficiency.
- Contribute to research projects through scientific literature reviews, data interpretation, and technical recommendations.
- Support audit preparation and responses to laboratory quality findings.
- Provide remote technical guidance and training support to laboratory personnel.
- Monitor project timelines, testing workloads, and laboratory performance reports.
- Maintain awareness of developments in analytical science, laboratory technologies, and industry standards. Qualifications and Experience
- Master's degree or PhD in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Biotechnology, Biomedical Science, Medical Laboratory Science, or a related scientific discipline; a relevant bachelor's degree with substantial experience may also be considered.
- Significant experience in laboratory science, analytical testing, scientific research, or laboratory quality management.
- Previous experience in a senior scientist, laboratory specialist, research scientist, or technical oversight position.
- Strong understanding of laboratory testing principles, analytical methods, and scientific data interpretation.
- Experience reviewing analytical results, experimental data, and laboratory technical reports.
- Knowledge of method validation, verification, quality control, and analytical performance assessment.
- Familiarity with laboratory quality management systems and standards such as ISO/IEC 17025 or ISO 15189, where applicable.
- Understanding of Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and Good Documentation Practice (GDP).
- Knowledge of laboratory investigations, deviation management, and corrective and preventive actions.
- Familiarity with laboratory equipment qualification, calibration, and maintenance documentation.
- Strong analytical thinking, scientific writing, and problem-solving abilities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant scientific data analysis or laboratory information management systems.
- Ability to communicate complex scientific findings clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy and integrity.
- Ability to work independently and coordinate effectively with distributed laboratory teams.
- Knowledge of UAE laboratory regulations and accreditation requirements is an advantage.

What We Offer
- Fully remote working arrangement from an eligible location.
- Opportunity to contribute to scientific projects and laboratory quality improvement initiatives.
- Collaboration with experienced scientists, researchers, and laboratory professionals.
- Professional development and exposure to advanced analytical methods and quality systems.
- Competitive com