Lab Administrator

ADA University’s School of Agriculture and Food Sciences is seeking a qualified professional to join its team as a Lab Administrator.

Position summary

• The Lab Administrator is responsible for supporting the establishment, operation, and management of laboratories at the School of Agriculture and Food Sciences at ADA University. This includes assisting in the selection and procurement of laboratory equipment, instruments, and consumables; providing technical expertise to ensure compliance with laboratory requirements and specifications; supporting the operational setup and maintenance of laboratories; and assisting instructors in organizing laboratory-based teaching activities. The Lab Administrator is also responsible for the maintenance, amortization, and future replacement and acquisition of laboratory equipment.

Note: This role is offered on a temporary basis to cover a maternity leave.

Responsibilities

• Identify and coordinate the School's laboratory needs in collaboration with faculty members, the Dean, and the Procurement team;
• Support the procurement of laboratory equipment, materials, and consumables, including procurement planning and the review of technical specifications;
• Ensure the effective operation of laboratories by maintaining equipment, materials, records, and related documentation;
• Implement laboratory safety standards and ensure compliance with applicable policies, procedures, and regulations;
• Support teaching and research activities by providing technical assistance, conducting training, and assisting with laboratory experiments and demonstrations;
• Fulfill other duties assigned by the Dean.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Agriculture, Food Science, Animal Science, Biology, Chemistry, or a related field; relevant professional experience will be considered an advantage;
• High level of proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Fluency in English and Azerbaijani;
• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with employees and management at all levels;
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality;
• Detail-oriented, highly motivated, and able to work effectively under tight deadlines;
• Strong organizational skills, with flexibility, agility, diligence, and precision.

Interested candidates can apply by clicking the link provided in the "Apply" button.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.