🧪 Laboratories Unit – Northern Technical University
The Laboratories Unit at Northern Technical University is one of the core supporting units for the educational and research processes. It plays a vital role in providing an integrated and safe laboratory environment that serves both students and academic staff in practical and research aspects. The Unit aims to enhance the quality of laboratory performance by developing infrastructure, implementing quality and safety standards, and offering technical and operational support, in alignment with the University’s mission and strategic goals.
🌟 Vision:
To achieve excellence and leadership in providing high-quality laboratory services in education, training, and research, thereby contributing to academic advancement and technological innovation, and enhancing the reputation of Northern Technical University locally and regionally.
📜 Mission:
The Laboratories Unit at Northern Technical University is committed to supporting academic programs by providing a comprehensive and safe laboratory environment that adheres to quality and accreditation standards. The Unit aims to serve the educational, training, and research processes efficiently, and to equip students and researchers with practical and technical skills that meet labor market needs and keep pace with scientific and technological developments.
🎯 Objectives:
Oversee the operation and readiness of laboratories to support curricula and training plans.
Develop laboratory infrastructure and continuously update equipment and tools according to modern technical standards.
Apply quality and occupational safety systems to ensure a safe and motivating laboratory environment.
Provide technical and operational support for students, faculty members, and researchers.
Actively contribute to supporting graduation projects and applied research activities.
Organize training courses and technical qualification programs for laboratory staff to ensure professional competence.
Document technical and administrative procedures and improve institutional performance in laboratory operations.
Strengthen integration with academic and administrative units to support the University’s strategic objectives.
Key Responsibilities of the Laboratories Unit:
Laboratory Supervision
Organizing daily operations within laboratories and ensuring the availability of necessary equipment, tools, and chemical or biological materials.Safety and Security
Ensuring that safety procedures are properly implemented in all laboratories and that students and staff are trained in handling hazardous materials and operating equipment safely.Maintenance and Development
Overseeing the maintenance, calibration, and upgrading of laboratory equipment, and requesting new instruments as needed to support academic or research demands.Technical and Operational Support
Providing direct support to faculty and students during practical sessions and preparing laboratories for instructional and experimental use.Implementation of Quality and Academic Standards
Documenting experiments and results, and ensuring that laboratory practices comply with recognized quality standards such as ISO or national accreditation bodies.Support for Scientific Research
Assisting researchers and academic staff in conducting experiments and analyzing data, particularly in the context of funded or institutional research projects.
