Science Lab Assistant - Punggol

GAIN EMPLOYMENT SERVICES PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Lab Technician in Singapore to maintain science labs and assist with educational experiments. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of experience and strong communication skills. The contract runs from January to December 2026, with a potential extension. This role involves maintaining lab cleanliness and supporting teachers during lessons.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience as a Lab Technician/ Assistant.
• Relevant experience in a primary school setting is highly advantageous.
• Able to read, write and converse in English.

Responsibilities

• Maintain general cleanliness and functionality of the Science labs and equipment.
• Monitor and manage stock-taking of equipment and Science resource materials.
• Prepare lab materials/resources to ensure effective experiments.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Job description

Overview

Contract Period: From 1 January 2026 to 25 December 2026 with an option to extend for another year

Working hours

• Mondays to Fridays: 7:30am to 4:30pm, inclusive of 1hr lunch break
• Service not required on Saturdays, Sundays and gazetted public holidays

Scope of Services

• Maintain general cleanliness and functionality of the Science labs and equipment.
• Monitor and manage stock-taking of equipment and Science resource materials.
• Maintain a catalogue of lab resources to assist teachers in planning of Science activities.
• Prepare lab materials/resources to ensure experiment is carried out effectively.
• Assist in the preparation of apparatus and equipment for lessons.
• Assist teachers when experiments are carried out during lessons.
• Keep a log on loaning and returning of apparatus by teachers.
• Sit in during Science Olympiad lessons.
• Any other jobs assigned by the department - administrative work which include collation of teaching and learning materials and preparation of resources necessary for teaching and learning in Science, helping during Science Practical Assessments.

Qualifications, skills and experience

• Minimum 2 years’ experience as a Lab Technician/ Assistant
• Relevant experience as a Lab Technician/ Assistant in a primary school setting is highly advantageous
• Good communication and interpersonal skills to liaise with teachers, students and other stakeholders.
• Able to read, write and converse in English
• Well-organised, meticulous and detailed in carrying out tasks