Junior Laboratory Technician, Product Research Lab

GWIA PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

GWIA PTE. LTD. in Singapore is seeking a Laboratory Technician to support product research and daily laboratory operations in a personal care product research lab. You will prepare samples, run routine tests, maintain equipment, and manage inventory while recording data accurately.

In addition, you will assist with consumer study activities when needed and ensure adherence to safety, quality, and laboratory procedures in an on-site setting. Strong English communication is essential.

Qualifications

• NITEC or Higher NITEC in Chemistry, Chemical Process Technology, Pharmaceutical Science, Biotechnology, Life Sciences, Food Science, Materials Science or a related discipline.
• Laboratory experience in R&D, quality control, analytical testing, product testing or chemical laboratory operations will be advantageous.
• Able to follow written procedures, handle samples carefully and record data accurately.
• Basic knowledge of laboratory safety, chemical handling and good housekeeping practices.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team in an on-site laboratory environment.
• Good verbal and written communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, label, organise and submit product samples and raw materials for testing.
• Support sample storage, tracking and stability testing activities.
• Assist with batch making, including pre-weighing, raw material handling, equipment set-up, operation and shutdown.
• Carry out routine laboratory tests such as pH, viscosity, auto-titration, colour measurement, moisture analysis, water activity, specific gravity and conductivity.
• Support chemical testing using laboratory instruments such as HPLC, gas chromatography and auto-titrator, where trained.
• Record and submit test data accurately using approved laboratory systems.
• Maintain lab inventory, samples, consumables, chemicals and reagents.
• Support equipment calibration, maintenance, routine checks and lab housekeeping.
• Follow all safety, quality and laboratory procedures, including proper use of personal protective equipment.
• Assist with consumer study preparation, sample collection and data handling when required.

Skills

Verbal and written English

Education

NITEC or Higher NITEC in Chemistry or related discipline

Tools

HPLC

Gas chromatography

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Job description

About the Role

We are looking for a Laboratory Technician to support product research and laboratory operations for a personal care product research laboratory in Singapore. The role involves preparing samples, running routine tests, maintaining lab equipment and inventory, recording data, and supporting consumer study activities when needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, label, organise and submit product samples and raw materials for testing.
• Support sample storage, tracking and stability testing activities.
• Assist with batch making, including pre-weighing, raw material handling, equipment set-up, operation and shutdown.
• Carry out routine laboratory tests such as pH, viscosity, auto-titration, colour measurement, moisture analysis, water activity, specific gravity and conductivity.
• Support chemical testing using laboratory instruments such as HPLC, gas chromatography and auto-titrator, where trained.
• Record and submit test data accurately using approved laboratory systems.
• Maintain lab inventory, samples, consumables, chemicals and reagents.
• Support equipment calibration, maintenance, routine checks and lab housekeeping.
• Follow all safety, quality and laboratory procedures, including proper use of personal protective equipment.
• Assist with consumer study preparation, sample collection and data handling when required.

Requirements

• NITEC or Higher NITEC in Chemistry, Chemical Process Technology, Pharmaceutical Science, Biotechnology, Life Sciences, Food Science, Materials Science or a related discipline.
• Laboratory experience in R&D, quality control, analytical testing, product testing or chemical laboratory operations will be advantageous.
• Able to follow written procedures, handle samples carefully and record data accurately.
• Basic knowledge of laboratory safety, chemical handling and good housekeeping practices.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team in an on-site laboratory environment.
• Good verbal and written communication skills in English.

Preferred Attributes

• Responsible, organised and detail-oriented.
• Safety-conscious and willing to follow laboratory procedures.
• Adaptable and comfortable supporting different laboratory and research activities.