20 Laboratory Research jobs in Saudi Arabia

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At Shan Foods, we get it - food isn't just fuel, it's connection, culture, and convenience. As a global food brand, we're bringing real flavor to kitchens worldwide and making meals simpler, tastier, and more fun. We're more than just spices - we're a team of creators, learners, and doers. At Shan, you'll grow, evolve and help shape what the future of food looks & tastes like.

Shan Foods is a global equal opportunity employer, offering top of the line compensation & benefits, an inclusive working environment and avenues for growth. We believe in growing together and constantly learning from everyone around us. Our people are not only driving the business, they are all contributing towards the growth of the food industry worldwide.

Let's give you a quick sneak peek into the life of an R&D Executive

You will play a critical role in driving innovation, creating new products, improving existing products and ensuring the highest quality standards for our savory products portfolio, including including flavors & seasoning blends.

Locations

Sharjah & Makkah

Things you will be doing as an R&D Executive

• Develop and manage R&D activities for savory products, including ideation, formulation, development and optimization of flavors and seasoning blends
• Design and conduct experiments, sensory evaluations and consumer tests to evaluate the performance along with acceptability of new products and make data driven decisions
• Monitor and analyze product performance, customer feedback, and market trends to identify opportunities for product improvement and suggest modifications as necessary
• Collaborate with cross function teams including production, quality control, marketing, and sales to ensure smooth product development and launch processes
• Collaborate with external suppliers, vendors and research institutions to leverage their expertise, resources, and technologies for product development and innovation
• Stay updated with emerging technologies, ingredients and processing techniques related to snack seasoning and implement relevant advancements in R&D practices.
• Should be willing to travel with the sales teams and internationally for business development and trails.

What we are looking for in you?

• Bachelors degree in Food Science, Food Technology or related field
• Minimum 2 years experience in R&D with a focus on savory products in the food industry and food chains

Lead and manage the R&D function to drive innovation, oversee AI product development, and ensure alignment with the company's strategic goals. Foster a high-performance research culture and ensure the successful commercialization of AI solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership
• Develop and implement the R&D strategy in line with business objectives and the GCC's innovation vision.
• Identify and prioritize AI research areas with high commercial and societal impact.
• Project & Team Management:
• Lead, mentor, and grow a multidisciplinary team of AI researchers, data scientists, and engineers.
• Oversee all R&D projects, ensuring timely delivery, quality, and budget adherence.
• Innovation & Collaboration:
• Foster a culture of continuous innovation and learning.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (product, engineering, marketing, business development).
• Build partnerships with universities, research centers, and industry bodies in the GCC.
• Compliance & Reporting:
• Ensure all R&D activities comply with local and international regulations, including data privacy and AI ethics.
• Prepare and present regular reports on R&D progress, risks, and outcomes to executive leadership.
• Technology & Market Awareness:
• Stay updated on global AI trends, emerging technologies, and competitor activities.
• Evaluate and integrate new tools, frameworks, and methodologies relevant to AI.
• Education:
• Master's or PhD in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience:
• +7 years in R&D roles, with at least 3 years in a managerial or team lead capacity.
• Proven track record in AI/ML research, product development, or deployment.
• Experience in the GCC or emerging markets is a strong plus.
• Technical Skills:
• Deep understanding of AI/ML algorithms, data engineering, and cloud platforms.
• Familiarity with AI ethics, data privacy, and regulatory frameworks in the GCC.
• Experience with project management tools and agile methodologies.
• Leadership & Soft Skills:
• Strong leadership, team-building, and mentoring abilities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strategic thinker with strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
• Ability to work in a multicultural, fast-paced startup environment.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ﷼5, ﷼7,500.00 per month

Responsibilities:

1- Design prototypes and feasibility models for proof-of-concept testing.

2- Design and document for prototypes through production-released products.

3- Develop and improve manufacturing processes to pilot production level

4- Support efforts to verify and validate and qualify new product designs

5- Help prepare project plans, specifications, and schedules for new product development.

6- Prepare and manage Test Protocols, Reports and lab notebooks.

7- Identify and interact with vendors to obtain engineering materials, processes, and equipment.

8- Perform routine analysis of test results in relation to design specifications and test objectives.

9- Assist the Engineering Team in maintaining an adequate inventory of engineering and prototype materials.

10- Work closely with other engineers, technicians, clients, contract manufacturers, assemblers, or other support personnel to assist in debugging and optimizing system performance.

11- Assist in the preparation and review of patent applications.

12- Support manufacturing of new and existing products.

Skills:

Technical Expertise.

Data Analysis.

Research Methodology.

Communication Skills.

Empathy & Active Listening.

Rapport-Building.

Problem-Solving & Technical Skills.

product knowledge.

Computer skills.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated PhD-level R&D Scientist with 3–4 years of experience in drilling fluid systems and simulation modeling. The ideal candidate will lead and contribute to the development and optimization of advanced drilling fluid technologies and digital simulation tools to enhance wellbore stability, efficiency, and sustainability in drilling operations.

This is a strategic role for someone who combines deep technical knowledge with hands-on experience in lab research, fluid rheology, and numerical modeling.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and conduct R&D projects focused on designing, testing, and improving drilling fluid systems (water-based, oil-based, synthetic-based, or polymer-based).
• Develop and implement simulation models (e.g., hydraulics, thermal modeling, cuttings transport, fluid loss) to predict drilling fluid performance in various well conditions.
• Utilize numerical tools (e.g., ANSYS, COMSOL, CFD, or custom simulators) to optimize formulations and drilling parameters.
• Conduct laboratory experiments to assess rheology, stability, filtration, and other key drilling fluid properties under HPHT conditions.
• Analyze experimental and field data to correlate simulation models with real-world performance.
• Collaborate with field engineers, product development teams, and clients to troubleshoot field challenges and deliver customized fluid solutions.
• Write technical reports, research papers, and contribute to patent filings and conference presentations.
• Stay updated on emerging technologies, materials, and digital innovations in drilling and well construction.

Required Qualifications:

• PhD in Chemistry , Petroleum Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field with a specialization in drilling fluids .
• 3–4 years of industry or academic R&D experience focused on drilling fluid systems and simulation.
• Strong knowledge of fluid rheology, wellbore hydraulics, HPHT testing, and formation interactions.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and capability to design and conduct structured research programs.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present technical findings to both technical and non-technical audiences

Job Announcement

We are looking for:

R&D Specialist – Food Products

Location: Sudair

Employment Type: Full-time

Department: Research & Development (R&D)

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop new food products in line with market needs and trends.
• Improve existing products in terms of quality, taste, nutritional value, and cost.
• Conduct sensory and technical testing and document results.
• Assist in designing and developing product specifications.
• Collaborate with quality, production, and sales teams to ensure successful product launches.
• Stay updated on scientific and technical developments in the food industry.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Minimum of 2 years of hands-on experience in food product development.
• Solid knowledge of food processing techniques, ingredients, and technical specifications.
• Strong analytical, documentation, and teamwork skills.
• Proficient in MS Office; experience with R&D or ERP systems is a plus.
• Good command of English (written and spoken).

Eligibility:

• Saudi nationals or non-Saudis with transferable Iqama.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates are invited to send their CVs to:

Please mention "R&D Specialist – Food Products" in the email subject line

R&D department, we are looking for senior skin care & hair care formulator

The best candidates have studied pharmacist, chemist or scientific discipline in general and has gained at least 5 years of experience in role. Preferably he or she worked in companies developing own cosmetic formulations and have big experience in (hair care as shampoo, conditioner, serum, cream, henna, perfumes, straightener, etc.)

and skin care products as (moisturizing cream, skin care creams, sun block, serums, shower gel, soaps, cleansers, acne formulations, scrubs, masks, etc.)

Duties and responsibilities:

1- Develop new formulations, shade matching and reformulate existing products under management direction.

2-Resposible for the maintenance of accuracy of information in database and active participation in the resolution of formula issues.

3-Excellent project management skills with the ability to effectively prioritize.

4-Conduct stability testing (tracking stability, texture, PH, viscosity, etc.)

5-Create flow chart to any formula and summarize data for review at each test period.

6-Submit samples to marketing for new formula and new shades development, follow up and obtain approvals.

7-Prepare PTI for all approved formulations including formula procedure, specification sheet and stability report.

8-Attend manufacturing trial runs of products, work with technical team.

9- Identify, analyze and resolve problems and issues with quality assurance and control during product development process.

10- Coordinate QC activities, ensuring quality control in accordance with the requirements of standard operating procedures (SOPs), protocols and product development specification documents

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role for a Research and Development Specialist, located in Al Kharj. The Specialist will be responsible for conducting research activities, handling laboratory tasks, and developing new pharmaceutical formulations. The role will also involve analyzing data, preparing reports, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Day-to-day tasks include designing experiments, conducting tests, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and contributing to the innovation process within the company.

Qualifications

• Strong Research and Development (R&D) skills
• Proficiency in Analytical Skills and Laboratory Skills
• Effective Communication skills
• Ability to conduct thorough Research
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemistry, Pharmacy, or a related field
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and compliance
• Experience in the pharmaceutical industry is a plus

Problem-solving skills and attention to detail

نوع الوظيفة: دوام كامل, عقد, لحديثي التخرج

Role & responsibilities Need LAB or Site TECHNICAN for a leading Ready Mix Concrete Co in Saudi Arabia

Qualifications and Education:

• Diploma Holder in Chemistry, Physics, Geology, Building Materials or other related discipline

Experience Requirement/s:

• Minimum of 3 - 5 year experience, preferably in the Ready Mix Concrete Industry

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties

• Log and review all incoming inquiries from the sales department and listing new market requirement.
• Prepare technical submittals for the customers.
• Gather all relevant data from technical QC team and prepare graphical presentation with statistical analysis
• Helps initiates design process by assisting the design specialist in preparing design input form (TG-QF-05) ensuring that any conflicting requirements are resolved during the contract review stage.
• Seek guidance from design specialist in complicated projects or projects that go above m3
• Keep a file of all mix design inputs, mix design and mix design data bank form generated by the current TG TECH system and ensuring that all forms are signed and approved by the Technical Manager.
• Technical coordinator shall update all results in the Trial Mix Log upon receiving trial mix test results from internal and external laboratories
• Preparing graphical presentation of statistical analysis to be reviewed by QC In charge, Design specialist and Technical Manager.

Responsibilities

• In charge of listing new market requirements to be reviewed by the design specialist.
• Bid projects that have several joining contractors will be reviewed by the technical coordinator. He is responsible in providing or copying given mixes by the design specialist.
• Responsible in filling the finished inquiries according to inquiry status, and he should keep track of every update or revision on the inquiries.
• Responsible in preparing mix designs using (TG-QF-06) mix design form taking into consideration any standards or specification at the contract review stage
• Responsible in preparing trial mix summary to be reviewed by design specialist and technical manager.
• Upon receiving all required test results, the technical coordinator shall ensure the collection of the approvals from sales dept, contractor and the consultant. All received approvals will be filed and documented.

Technical coordinator will be working together with technical QC team in collecting compressive strength results for statistical analysis

Technical Competencies:

• Solid Functional Knowledge (Concrete Designing and Testing)

Computer Skills.

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Preferred candidate profile As mentioned above

Salary & Perks Basic Salary Range - Saudi Riyal .2,000-4,000

Free Food Accommodation Transportation, Insurance and other benefits as per KSA law

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct chemical and physical tests (pH, titration, chromatography, etc.)
• Operate lab instruments (HPLC, GC, spectrophotometers)
• Document results and maintain Certificates of Analysis
• Follow safety protocols and Good Laboratory Practices (GLP)

Qualifications:

• Diploma or bachelor's degree in chemistry or a related field
• 3+ years of lab experience (chemical/pharma/manufacturing preferred)
• Strong attention to detail and safety awareness

Job Type: Full-time

Application Question(s):

• What is Your Current Total Salary?
• What is Your Nationality?

Experience: 1–2 years in a Geotechnical Laboratory

Standard Compliance: ISO/IEC 17025

Role Overview:

The Lab Technician will perform testing and sample preparation activities in the geotechnical

laboratory, ensuring accuracy and compliance with ISO/IEC 17025 procedures.

Qualifications:

 Diploma in Civil Engineering or related field.

1–2 years of practical experience in a geotechnical or materials testing laboratory.

 wledge of ASTM/BS/AASHTO standards.

xposure to ISO/IEC 17025 processes preferred.

Key Responsibilities:

repare, handle, and test soil, rock, and aggregate samples as per specified standards.

onduct routine tests such as moisture content, sieve analysis, specific gravity, compaction,

and CBR.

aintain accurate records of all laboratory results and sample logs.

nsure proper calibration and maintenance of laboratory instruments.

ollow safety protocols and maintain a clean, organized laboratory environment.

ssist the Lab Engineer and Quality team during audits and equipment verifications.

dhere to ISO/IEC 17025 quality and traceability requirements.

Job Type: Full-time