Laboratory Assistant – Chemical Engineering

About the role

The University of French‑Azerbaijani (UFAZ) seeks a dedicated Laboratory Assistant to support its Chemical Engineering teaching labs. Working under the Chemistry Teacher Coordinator, you will ensure a safe, well‑stocked, and efficiently run laboratory environment for undergraduate courses starting September 2025.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare chemical solutions and set up laboratory stations for scheduled sessions.
• Maintain, clean, and calibrate laboratory equipment, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
• Manage inventory of chemicals, glassware, and consumables, recording accurate stock levels.
• Enforce strict safety protocols, including proper labeling, storage, and waste disposal.
• Assist instructors during lab classes, providing student support and troubleshooting equipment issues.
• Document preparation procedures, chemical logs, and equipment maintenance in the lab’s documentation system.
• Support ordering and restocking of supplies and contribute to the training of new assistants.

Required profile

• Master’s degree in Chemistry with a high academic standing.
• Excellent command of English for instruction and communication.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational abilities.

Required skills

• Laboratory safety procedures
• Chemical solution preparation
• Inventory management for laboratory supplies