Biochemist à Malaisie

This is a 1-year Fixed Term position (renewable based on performance).

Responsible for the planning, organizing, and managing to ensure the efficient and effective conduct of practical classes and operation of the teaching laboratories in the school.

• To manage the day-to-day operations of the laboratories.
• Enforce the laboratory policies and procedures, quality assurance procedures and laboratory safety requirements in laboratories.
• Enforce the human waste disposal procedures as well.
• Responsible for the purchase of laboratory equipment, chemicals and materials and ensure that there are always available stocks in the laboratories.
• Responsible for the regular maintenance of the equipment and infrastructure in the laboratories.
• To plan and conduct Trial Runs and ensure that desired outputs are reached.
• To assist in lab demonstrations and guide students on proper laboratory techniques as well as best practices and be present during the entire laboratory session.
• To assist in laboratory related sessions during university promotional events such as Open Day, Placement Day, etc.
• To assist School in terms of administrative work/documentation and planning of both academic and non-academic matters.
• To adhere to proper monitoring of standard operating procedures delineated by School.
• Undertake any other duties that may be assigned from time to time.

Minimum Academic / Professional Qualification: Degree in Biology or Related Field.

Related Experience: At least 2 years of working experience, preferably in an educational institution and with a laboratory background.

• Good communication in English and Bahasa Melayu and interpersonal skills, including the ability to work cooperatively and effectively with others.
• Possess high integrity and leadership qualities.
• Demonstrate good planning, coordinating, and time management skills.
• Basic knowledge in life science laboratory equipment maintenance, troubleshooting and calibration.
• Ability to perform laboratory tests and work with minimal supervision.
• Knowledge of safety policies, practices and regulations related to laboratories.
• Knowledge of and skills in using computer software e.g., Microsoft software applications.

• Resourceful, self-motivated and result-oriented.
• Has a strong sense of responsibility.
• Good team player and flexible.
• Courteous, calm, and focused.
• People oriented with warm and cheerful personality.
• Professional appearance and good working attitude.Pro-active, mature, and emotionally stable.
• Willing to work beyond normal working hours.