Laboratory Technologist (Comparative Medicine)

National University of Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational and research institution in Singapore seeks a Laboratory Technologist (Comparative Medicine) to perform various animal care duties essential for biomedical research. Responsibilities include daily animal care, routine cage sanitization, and maintaining accurate records. The ideal candidate holds a diploma in Biotechnology or an equivalent and possesses strong communication skills and attention to detail. Opportunities for collaboration with veterinary staff are also available, with a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Good disposition and not averse in handling laboratory animals.
• Able to work independently and in team settings.
• Ability to perform rotating weekend duties and after‑office hour duties independently.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily care of animals, including feeding and housing.
• Check animals daily and report any abnormalities.
• Execute routine cage changing and sanitation.
• Maintain records and operate laboratory equipment.

Skills

Good communication skills

Ability to multi-task

Attention to detail

Education

Diploma in Biotechnology or equivalent

Tools

MS Outlook

Job description

Job Title: Laboratory Technologist (Comparative Medicine)

Posting Start Date: 04/11/2025

Job Description

This position is responsible for performing animal care duties, which include a variety of routine tasks associated with general laboratory animal care in biomedical research.

• Perform daily care of animals, including feeding, housing, and related duties required for proper care.
• Check animals daily and identify clinical and behavioral abnormalities, reporting to veterinary staff.
• Check the facility or equipment daily to identify and report issues to supervisor.
• Execute routine cage changing and sanitation.
• Perform general laboratory animal housekeeping and cleaning duties.
• Stock supplies.
• Maintain records.
• Operate equipment including cage and rack washers and autoclaves.
• Receive animal shipments.

You will also be expected to assist the veterinary staff when necessary and undertake other duties as assigned. New assignments may also be given and are accompanied by detailed instructions, and completed work is checked for accuracy and compliance with established regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Biotechnology or equivalent discipline preferred, or minimum of GCE ‘O’, ‘N’ levels or Nitec.
• Good disposition and not averse in handling laboratory animals.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Good communication skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Able to work independently and in team settings.
• Basic knowledge of MS Outlook and ability to become familiar with additional computing software.
• Lift up to 15–25 kg.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to push equipment or carts weighing 50–100 kg.
• Ability to perform rotating weekend duties and after‑office hour duties independently.
• Valid class 3 driving licence would be an added advantage.

More Information

Location: Kent Ridge Campus

Organization: Comparative Medicine

Department: Operations

Job Requisition ID: 30881