Principal / Senior Analyst (Diagnostics) – Contract New National Environment Agency | Sciences (e.g. life sciences, bio-technology etc.) Fixed Terms Closing on 13 Nov 2026

NLB; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The Environmental Health Institute (EHI), a research arm of the National Environment Agency (NEA), seeks a self-driven laboratory analyst to augment research and surveillance programmes in Singapore.

You will join the diagnostic team providing early diagnosis of vector-borne diseases, and participate in quality management initiatives and research projects, including work with risk group 3 pathogens and protocol development.

Qualifications

• Degree in Life Sciences, Biology or related disciplines with at least 5 years of experience in molecular biology techniques.
• Experience in handling risk groups and working with pathogen protocols.
• Good analytical mind and systematic in planning.

Responsibilities

• Part of the diagnostic team providing early diagnosis of vector-borne diseases.
• Participate in quality management initiatives and research projects.
• Involvement in risk assessment and development of protocols for risk group 2/3 pathogens.

Skills

Molecular biology

BSL-3 experience

Education

Bachelor in Life Sciences or 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

About National Environment Agency

The National Environment Agency (NEA) is the leading public organisation responsible for ensuring a clean and sustainable environment for Singapore. Its key roles are to improve and sustain a clean environment, promote sustainability and resource efficiency, maintain high public health standards, provide timely and reliable meteorological information, and encourage a vibrant hawker culture. NEA works closely with its partners and the community to develop and spearhead environmental and public health initiatives and programmes. It is committed to motivating every individual to care for the environment as a way of life, in order to build a liveable and sustainable Singapore for present and future generations.For more information, visit www.nea.gov.sg