Medical Laboratory Technologist /Scientist (Molecular Laboratory)

Singapore National Eye Centre; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Singapore National Eye Centre is hiring for two positions within their diagnostic laboratory. The Medical Laboratory Technologist will focus on routine testing, while the Scientist role emphasizes developing molecular tests and managing laboratory quality. Ideal candidates should possess relevant educational qualifications and experience in molecular diagnostics.

Qualifications

• Experience in developing molecular tests and using molecular techniques.
• At least 3 years experience for BSc candidates, or 6 years in diagnostic laboratory for equivalent qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Develop, evaluate, and perform routine/specialized molecular tests.
• Staff training and supervision, quality improvement, and lab management duties.

Skills

Microbiology

Molecular Biology

PCR

Next generation sequencing

Education

PhD in Microbiology

MSc in Microbiology

BSc (Hons) in Microbiology

Job description

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Medical Laboratory Technologist /Scientist (Molecular Laboratory)

Job Category: Allied Health Professional

Medical Laboratory Scientist

This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing hospital diagnostic laboratory involved in the detection of infections using molecular diagnostics, a rapidly growing field. You will be involved in developing, evaluating and performing routine and specialized molecular tests, staff training and supervision, quality improvement and laboratory management duties.

Requirements

• PhD in Microbiology, Molecular Biology or equivalent
• MSc in Microbiology, Molecular Biology or equivalent
• BSc (Hons) in Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Life Sciences or equivalent with at least 3 years work experience using molecular techniques or at least 6 years experience indiagnostic laboratory.
• Candidate should have experience in developing molecular tests, e.g. polymerase chain reaction.
• Experience using and developing microbial tests using next generation sequencing is an advantage

Medical Laboratory Technologist

This is an exciting opportunity to join a young and dynamic laboratory involved in the detection of infections using molecular diagnostics, a rapidly growing field. You will be performing routine diagnostic molecular tests using PCR, line probe assays and sequencing as well as quality control activities.

Requirements

• BSc in Microbiology, Molecular Biology or equivalent
• Previous experience using molecular techniques and/or working in a diagnostic laboratory is preferred.