Medical Laboratory Technologist, NUHS OBR - Contract(9923)

NATIONAL UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL (SINGAPORE) PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

NATIONAL UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL (SINGAPORE) PTE LTD is hiring a Medical Laboratory Technologist to support biobanking operations, including processing biological specimens and maintaining accurate records. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and relevant laboratory experience.

The ideal candidate should have strong attention to detail, proficiency in Microsoft Excel, and the ability to thrive in a collaborative research environment. Responsibilities also include compliance monitoring and data management.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of relevant laboratory experience is preferred.
• Physically able to handle laboratory equipment and materials of up to 10kg.
• Good general health and no colour blindness.

Responsibilities

• Process blood, cells, and tissue specimens according to SOPs.
• Maintain accurate laboratory and sample records.
• Support the storage and distribution of biospecimens.
• Perform data entry and consolidation across multiple systems.
• Ensure compliance with laboratory safety regulations.
• Communicate operational issues as required.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Ability to work collaboratively

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Biomedical Science, Biological Science, Biotechnology

Job description

Overview

Reporting to the Senior Medical Laboratory Scientist, the Medical Laboratory Technologist supports the Tissue Repository by performing laboratory, data management, and administrative activities related to biobanking operations and research support.

Responsibilities

• Bio-banking Operations (60%)
  • Process blood, cells, and tissue specimens in accordance with SOPs.
  • Perform cell isolation and tissue handling procedures.
  • Support the storage and distribution of biospecimens.
• Administrative (40%)
  • Maintain accurate laboratory and sample records.
  • Perform data entry and consolidation across multiple systems.
  • Support procurement, audit, and quality assurance activities.
  • Ensure compliance with laboratory safety regulations and protocols.
  • Communicate and communicate operational issues as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Biomedical Science, Biological Science, Biotechnology, or related discipline.
• Preferably with 1-2 years relevant laboratory experience preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic research environment.
• Physically able to handle laboratory equipment and materials of up to 10kg.
• Good general health and no colour blindness.