Principal / Senior Analyst (Diagnostics) – Contract

NEA National Environment Agency; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Environmental Health Institute (EHI), part of the NEA, seeks a self-driven laboratory analyst to support research and surveillance programs. You will join a dynamic team collaborating with local and international partners to advance public health through diagnostics and protocol development.

You will work on early diagnosis of vector-borne diseases, contribute to quality management, and engage in research projects involving higher-risk pathogens, with opportunities to influence policy and

Qualifications

• A good degree in Life Sciences, Biology, or related disciplines.
• Experience in molecular biology techniques is required.
• Excellent analytical mind and systematic in planning.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Be part of the diagnostic team at EHI that provides early diagnosis of vector-borne diseases.
• Participate in quality management initiatives and research projects.
• Work with risk group 2 and 3 pathogens and assist in risk assessment and protocol development.

Skills

Molecular biology techniques

BSL3 laboratory experience

Analytical mind

Communication skills

Team player

Willing to work after hours

Education

Degree in Life Sciences / Biology

Job description

[What the role is]

The Environmental Health Institute (EHI), a research arm of the National Environment Agency (NEA), conducts multi-disciplinary scientific research that translates into evidence-based public health programmes and policies. We are looking for a self-driven, committed, and inquisitive laboratory analyst to augment our research and surveillance programmes. You will be part of a dynamic team that works closely with a network of local and international collaborators to shape our public health landscape.

[What you will be working on]

The successful candidate will be part of the diagnostic team at the EHI that provides early diagnosis of vector-borne diseases. The candidate is also expected to participate in quality management initiatives and collaborate in research projects. Besides handling risk group 2 pathogens, you are required to work with risk group 3 pathogens and be involved in the risk assessment and development of protocols.

[What we are looking for]

• A good degree in Life Sciences, Biology, or related disciplines with at least 5 years of working experience in molecular biology techniques
• Experience in BSL3 laboratory is preferred
• Excellent analytical mind and systematic in planning
• Able to multitask and a team player
• Task orientated and meticulous
• Good in communication and interpersonal skills
• Willing to work after office hours and weekends if required