Laboratory Assistant

PROSPECT WORKFORCE SOLUTION PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational support service provider in Singapore is looking for a Science Laboratory Support personnel. Responsibilities include managing two science laboratories, preparing materials for lessons, and supporting STEM activities. The ideal candidate should have prior experience in a school laboratory environment, be organized, and possess a basic understanding of plant growth and maintenance. Proficiency in MS Office is preferred. This full-time role offers operational and lab-support duties and runs from February to November 2026.

Qualifications

• Prior experience working in a school laboratory environment.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Basic understanding of aquaponics and hydroponic systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain two science laboratories.
• Prepare and set up experimental materials for lessons.
• Assist with plant germination and monitoring growth.
• Support STEM activities and maintain Makerspace resources.

Skills

Organised

Meticulous

Multi-tasking

Interest in plant care

Basic understanding of plant growth

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Duration of Service

• Contract Period: 09 February 2026 – 30 November 2026

Hours of Deployment

• Mon – Fri: 7:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. (inclusive of 1-hour lunch break)
• Not required on Saturdays, Sundays & gazetted public holidays

Key Responsibilities

Science Laboratory Operations

• Manage and maintain two Science laboratories
• Ensure tools, equipment, and consumables are stocked, functional, and safely stored
• Label, organise and maintain apparatus per safety guidelines
• Conduct regular stocktake and ensure laboratory cleanliness

Lesson & Experiment Support

• Prepare, set up and clear experimental materials for lessons and demonstrations
• Assist teachers during practical sessions (materials handling & safety management)
• Support Science/STEM activities across different levels

Hydroponics & Plant Systems Support

• Assist with germination, transplanting and maintenance of plants
• Monitor plant growth, health and aquaponic/hydroponic systems
• Conduct plant care activities for soil-based planters
• Assist in harvesting, packing and distribution of vegetables and fruits

STEM & School Programme Support

• Support Science Week, STEM Day, Applied Learning Programmes (ALP), and learning journeys
• Assist in maintaining tidiness and stock for Makerspace resources

Other Duties

• Perform operational and lab-support duties as assigned by school management

Minimum Skills & Experience

Experience

• Prior experience working in a school laboratory environment

Skills & Competencies

• Organised, meticulous and able to multi-task
• Proficient in MS Office (preferred)
• Interest in plant care and outdoor learning
• Basic understanding of plant growth and maintenance