Medical Laboratory Technologist - Microbiology (Emirati Talent)

About the role

The National Reference Laboratory (NRL) is looking for a Medical Laboratory Technologist to join its Microbiology team in Abu Dhabi. You will support patient care through accurate and timely laboratory testing, performing microbiological analyses, maintaining quality and safety standards and contributing to a culture of excellence in a CAP and ISO-accredited laboratory.

Key responsibilities

• Receive, verify, process and prepare clinical specimens for microbiology testing according to established laboratory protocols.
• Perform microbiological analyses using manual and automated methods and report results accurately and on time.
• Validate and document test results in the Laboratory Information System (LIS) while keeping data integrity and traceability.
• Conduct and monitor Quality Control (QC) and Proficiency Testing (PT) activities in line with laboratory standards.
• Operate, maintain and troubleshoot laboratory instruments, ensuring routine calibration and performance monitoring.
• Support accreditation requirements by following CAP, ISO 15189, DOH/DHA, JCI and other regulatory standards.
• Take part in quality improvement initiatives, audits, corrective actions and process optimization projects.
• Maintain a safe laboratory environment by following biosafety, infection control and occupational health and safety procedures.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science, Biomedical Science, Biology or an equivalent relevant discipline.
• Valid DOH and/or DHA Medical Laboratory Technologist license, or eligibility to obtain licensure.
• Experience in a clinical diagnostic laboratory, preferably in a microbiology section.
• Knowledge of CAP, ISO 15189, quality management systems and laboratory accreditation requirements.
• Hands-on experience with laboratory instrumentation, quality control processes and LIS.
• Strong analytical, communication and teamwork skills, able to work in a multicultural environment.
• Preferred: experience in a CAP- and ISO 15189-accredited laboratory, exposure to automated microbiology platforms and reference laboratory operations.