Laboratory Technician – Biotechnology/Mechanical Engineering

JobSeeker Sarawak; Kuching; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A local recruitment agency in Kuching is seeking a Laboratory Technician – Biotechnology/Mechanical Engineering to provide laboratory support in biological sciences. The ideal candidate holds a diploma in a related field and has at least three years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include laboratory setup, supporting teaching and research, and ensuring safety protocols are followed. This full-time role offers a salary range of RM2,000-RM3,000.

Qualifications

• Experience in laboratory setting or similar for at least three years.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Skills in setting up laboratory equipment and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Provide laboratory support for teaching and research activities.
• Set up laboratory equipment for experiments.
• Ensure safety protocols are followed in the lab.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management skills

Organization skills

Basic Microsoft applications

Safety awareness

Education

Diploma in biology, chemistry, biochemistry, biotechnology

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Job description

Laboratory Technician – Biotechnology/Mechanical Engineering

SALARY RANGE: RM2,000-RM3,000

Responsibilities:

This position is responsible for providing laboratory support for teaching and research activities in the Faculty of Engineering, Computing and Science laboratories, in the field of biological sciences; including microbiology, biotechnology, biochemistry, molecular biology, bioprocess technology and chemistry.

Qualifications and Criteria:

• Diploma in biology, chemistry, biochemistry, biotechnology or related biological or applied science disciplines from a recognized institution.
• Good interpersonal skills. Able to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team.
• Good time management skills. Able to schedule and prioritize work and to honor deadlines.
• Good organization and housekeeping skills.
• Working knowledge on setting up of laboratory equipment/apparatus/software for teaching sessions and research; or able set up from experiment descriptions/lab manuals.
• Hands‑on operation and basic troubleshooting and maintenance, including calibration; of common laboratory equipment as well as its supporting utilities/facilities systems.
• High level of safety awareness and knowledge, primarily on biosafety, chemical and gas safety.
• Working knowledge in basic Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams).
• Knowledge on OSH requirements, 1st Aid and emergency response.
• At least three (3) years of relevant work experience, preferably in laboratory setting or similar.

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