Laboratory Officer, DNA Profiling Lab (Synapse)

Health Sciences Authority; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A government health agency in Singapore is seeking a team member for its Biology Division. The role involves conducting serological testing and DNA analysis on criminal evidence, supporting lab improvement projects, and ensuring quality control. Ideal candidates will have a background in Biology/Biomedical Science and relevant lab research experience, with proficiency in digital tools being advantageous.

Qualifications

• Background in Biology/Biomedical Science/Biotechnology or equivalent.
• Successfully completed supervised laboratory research project in biochemistry/molecular biology area.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and able to multitask.
• Collaborative team player with capability to work independently.
• Proficient in digital and data analytic skills is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Examine biological fluids using chemical and serological tests.
• Conduct DNA analysis of crime samples.
• Assist in lab improvement/research projects through digital solutions.
• Support laboratory administrative duties such as equipment maintenance.
• Adhere to quality control protocols and assist in laboratory QA duties.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Organized

Multitasking

Proficient in digital and data analytics

Education

Background in Biology/Biomedical Science/Biotechnology

Successfully completed supervised laboratory research project

Tools

Power Automate

SQL

Python

Tableau

Job description

[What the role is]

As a member of our Biology Division team, you will play a critical role in conducting serological testing, screening and DNA profiling on evidence submitted by law enforcement agencies, participate in lab improvement/research projects through digital solutions and assist in developing/validating new technologies/methods.

[What you will be working on]

• Examination for biological fluids using chemical and serological tests
• Conduct DNA analysis of crime samples
• Assist in lab improvement/research projects through digital solutions
• Assist scientists in developing/validating new technologies/methods
• Supporting laboratory administrative duties such as equipment maintenance, inventory management, procurement of consumables, and preparation of laboratory reagents/supplies
• Adhering to stringent quality control and quality assurance protocols, and assisting in laboratory quality assurance duties such as checking for expiry dates, conduct of basic performance checking tests
  
  
  

[What we are looking for]

• Background in Biology/Biomedical Science/Biotechnology (or equivalent)
• Successfully completed supervised laboratory research project in biochemistry/ molecular biology area
• Detail-oriented, organized, and able to multitask.
• Collaborative team player with the capability to work independently, showcasing a proactive approach.
• Proficient in digital and data analytic skill will be an advantage (e.g. Power Automate and Power Apps, SQL, Python, Tableau).
  
  
  

Shortlisted candidates would be contacted within 30 days from the closing date of the advertisement. We regret that only shortlisted candidates would be notified.