Assistant Laboratory Manager

ASTAR LABORATORY PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable laboratory in Singapore is seeking a qualified professional to support the daily operations of the Chemistry and Microbiology laboratories. This role includes supervising environmental testing, ensuring compliance with ISO standards, and providing technical support to internal teams and clients. Candidates should possess a degree in a science-related field and have 3-5 years of relevant laboratory experience. Strong analytical and leadership skills are essential, along with familiarity with laboratory operations and analytical instruments.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in environmental or commercial testing laboratory preferred.
• Familiarity with ISO/IEC 17025 and QA/QC practices required.
• Experience with microbiological techniques necessary.

Responsibilities

• Support daily operations of Chemistry and Microbiology laboratories.
• Supervise routine environmental testing, ensuring compliance.
• Review analytical results and assist with troubleshooting.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Time management

Education

Degree in Chemistry, Microbiology, or related field

Tools

ICP

GC/GC-MS

IC

TOC

Titrators

Job description

Responsibilities

• Support daily operations of the Chemistry and Microbiology laboratories, ensuring smooth workflow, timely reporting, and compliance with ISO/IEC 17025.
• Supervise routine environmental testing, not limited to, for water, wastewater, soil, air, and surface samples using APHA, ISO, ASTM, and USEPA methods.
• Oversee chemical and microbiological analyses, media preparation, equipment operation, and QC checks.
• Review analytical results, QC data, and assist with troubleshooting of instruments and test deviations.
• Coordinate equipment calibration, maintenance, and method validation activities.
• Assist in staff supervision, training, competency assessment, and workload planning.
• Participate in audits, proficiency testing, and implementation of corrective/preventive actions.
• Ensure laboratory safety, housekeeping, and compliance with biosafety and chemical management requirements.
• Provide basic technical support to clients and internal teams on test methods, results, and service requirements.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and development of new laboratory capabilities.

Requirements

• Degree in Chemistry, Microbiology, Environmental Science, Life Sciences, or related discipline.
• 3–5 years of working experience in an environmental or commercial testing laboratory (water/wastewater preferred).
• Familiar with ISO/IEC 17025, QA/QC practices, and laboratory operations.
• Experience with analytical instruments (e.g., ICP, GC/GC-MS, IC, TOC, titrators) and microbiological techniques.
• Strong analytical, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.