Associate Medical Laboratory Technologist, NUHS OBR(8495)

National University Hospital; Singapore; On-site; SGD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The National University Hospital is seeking an Associate Medical Laboratory Technologist for its Tissue Repository. This role involves bio-banking operations and data management tasks to support scientific research. Candidates should have a diploma in a relevant field and possess good laboratory skills.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Biomedical Science, Biological Science, Biotechnology, or related field.
• Good laboratory skills; comfortable with heavy loads (up to 7-10kg).
• 1-2 years of laboratory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process biological materials including blood and tissue specimens.
• Maintain records and perform data entry in the Tissue Repository Database.
• Ensure SOPs and safety regulations are followed.

Skills

Laboratory Skills

Data Management

Teamwork

Problem Solving

Education

Diploma in Biomedical Science

Diploma in Biological Science

Diploma in Biotechnology

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

The NUH Tissue Repository (TR) is a core facility specializing in bio-banking and comprehensive data collection. As an Associate Medical Laboratory Technologist, you will play a crucial role in tissue collection, fulfilling the bio-material needs of scientists/researchers, and ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of our laboratory.

Reporting to the Senior Medical Laboratory Scientist, you will perform a combination of laboratory work, data management, and administrative tasks to support the biobanks operations and research needs

Job Responsibilities

You will be responsible for the following:

Bio-banking Operations (60%)

• Providing bio-banking services to various projects groups across NUHS cluster:

  • Processing blood and other biological materials.

  • Performing cell isolation using various techniques

  • Performing collection, processing, storage and distribution of surgically resected tissue specimens

Administrative (40%)

• Maintaining accurate record of collection, processing and storage procedures

• Performing efficient and accurate data entry into the Tissue Repository Database System (TRDS)

• Collecting, cleaning, and consolidating sample and research participant data from a wide variety of data sources

• Maintenance of equipment and provide logistic support for the operation of the TR

• Ensuring that the SOPs and safety regulations are followed

• Ensuring timely dissemination of information, escalation of issues and recommending solutions to problems.

• Participating in routine laboratory administrative work such as filing and processing of delivery orders and stock

• Organizing and coordinating operational processes of areas assigned

• Performing other duties as assigned by the Head and Reporting Officer

Requirements

• Diploma in Biomedical Science, Biological Science, Biotechnology, or related field

• Good laboratory skills/techniques

• Comfortable to carry heavy loads/items up to 7-10kg

• Good general health and no colour blindness

• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office suite, particularly Excel

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

• Preferably with 1-2 years laboratory experience