Laboratory Technologist (1-year contract)

National University of Singapore; Singapore; Sur place; SGD 40 000 - 84 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The National University of Singapore is seeking a laboratory professional to perform DNA/RNA extraction and support bench work in a busy research setting. You will handle samples, maintain records and assist with reagent preparation and cell culture as required.

Qualifications include a Life Sciences degree or diploma with at least 2 years in a research or clinical lab. Strong organizational skills and ability to supervise junior staff are essential.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences or related field.
• At least 2 years in a research or clinical-lab setting.
• Organised with accurate record-keeping and deadlines.
• Procurement, inventory and general lab operations management.
• Proficient in MS Office; basic data analysis with GraphPad Prism.
• Follows SOPs and works to GCP and data-integrity standards.
• Clear communication with researchers and clinical staff.
• Capable of supervising interns or junior staff.
• Hands-on experience with qPCR/qRT-PCR and nucleic acid extraction.
• Knowledge of safety requirements; CITI training is an advantage.
• Experience coordinating samples/data with clinical teams.

Responsabilités

• Perform DNA/RNA extraction using automated platforms; run setup and quality checks.
• Receive, label, process and store samples per protocols.
• Assist with reagent prep and basic cell culture support.
• Prepare and maintain SOPs, workflows, logbooks and documentation per GCP.
• Support safety audits and training records; ensure compliance.
• Oversee lab housekeeping, equipment upkeep and maintenance schedules.
• Procure items and reagents for lab operations.
• Provide clinical assistance via clear communication with researchers and labs.

Connaissances

Detail-oriented

Strong documentation

Clear communication

Supervise interns

Formation

Life Sciences degree or diploma

Outils

Excel

GraphPad Prism

Description du poste

Company description

The National University of Singapore is the national research university of Singapore. Founded in 1905 as the Straits Settlements and Federated Malay States Government Medical School, NUS is the oldest higher education institution in Singapore

Job Description

Lab work

• Perform DNA/RNA extraction using automated extraction platforms, including run set-up, quality checks and sample handling
• Receive, label, process and store biological samples in line with sample-handling protocols
• Assist with other routine bench work as needed, such as reagent preparation and cell culture support

Procurement, inventory and general laboratory operations management

• Prepare, update and maintain SOPs, workflows, logbooks and sample documentation to Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and data-integrity standard
• Support safety and compliance: assist with safety audits, keep protocols and training records current, and ensure the lab follows institutional regulations
• Oversee day-to-day lab housekeeping, equipment upkeep and maintenance schedules, and brief and supervise interns or junior staff on routine tasks
• Procure items and reagents for lab operations

Clinical Assistance

• Clear communication with researchers, investigators, clinical staff and external laboratories and provide assistance to the clinical portion of the lab as well.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Biomedical Science, Molecular Biotechnology or a related field
• At least 2 years of experience in a research or clinical-research laboratory
• Organised and detail-oriented, able to keep accurate records and meet deadline
• Procurement, inventory and general laboratory operations management
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel for tracking samples and follow-ups; familiarity with GraphPad Prism for basic analysis
• Ability to follow and write SOPs and work to GCP and data-integrity standards
• Clear communication with researchers, investigators, clinical staff and external laboratories
• Able to guide and supervise interns, students or junior staff, and to work independently with appropriate supervision
• Hands-on experience with qPCR or qRT-PCR and nucleic acid extraction
• Working knowledge of GCP and laboratory safety requirements; CITI training in biomedical research and responsible conduct is an advantage
• Experience coordinating samples or data with clinical teams or multi-site collaborators