Laboratory Technologist

PSB ACADEMY PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution is seeking a dedicated individual to support laboratory sessions and enhance student learning. The role involves coordinating classes, troubleshooting experiments, and mentoring students. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree and relevant experience, with strong interpersonal and time-management skills. Flexibility for evening and weekend work is required.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of relevant working experience in a research or teaching laboratory preferred.
• Prior teaching/instructional experience advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Perform and troubleshoot experimental work for student learning objectives.
• Coordinate laboratory class sessions and manage resources.
• Support mentoring students during practical sessions.

Skills

Time Management

Interpersonal Skills

Goal-oriented

Education

Bachelor of Science in related discipline

Job description

Principal Accountabilities and Tasks

• Perform and troubleshoot experimental work to ensure that students achieve reliable and precise data to satisfy the learning objectives of the lesson.

• Set-up and maintenance of necessary technical devices.

• Manage & order consumables based on predicted student numbers.

• Ensure the efficient use of resources in the delivery of the laboratory sessions.

• Coordinate laboratory class sessions.

• Ensure the smooth running of laboratory programmes by providing assistance and support during laboratory practical sessions.

• Support in mentoring students during practical sessions at the diploma level within applicable subject areas as assigned.

• Adhere and assist in the administration and enforcement of health and safety matters.

• Ensure ongoing cleanliness and maintenance of laboratory and preparatory work areas and equipment.

Research & Knowledge Exchange

• Participate in the use of e-learning platforms where applicable.

• Handle laboratory-related enquiries, feedback and correspondence with students, companies and university partners effectively.

Teamwork

• Participate actively during department and programme meetings.

• Contribute and work proactively with colleagues in institution-wide working groups or committees to meet goals and timelines.

• Engage and work with colleagues within the School and PSB Academy through collaborative projects where applicable.

Miscellaneous Duties

• Maintain own continuing professional development in addition to training and development provided by the institution.

Others

• Any other ad-hoc duties as required by the company from time to time.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in related discipline

• Entry level candidates will be considered

• 1 – 2 years of relevant working experience in a research laboratory or teaching laboratory would be advantageous.

• Prior teaching/ instructional experience would be advantageous

• Dedicated and goal-oriented.

• Strong time-management skills.

• Strong interpersonal skills.

• Willing to work at night (weekdays) and Saturdays as well as occasional Sundays when needed to support the work/classes. Teaching term is 10 weeks - night classes can be twice a week. Weekends will be once a week. if not term period, there will not be any nights/weekends.