Science Technician

United World College of South East Asia; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious international school in Singapore seeks a full-time Science Technician starting September/October 2025. The role includes providing technical support in the Science Department, preparing experimental setups, and ensuring safety compliance. Candidates with relevant experience or a diploma in a science-related field are encouraged to apply. Commitment to child protection and inclusion is essential.

Qualifications

• 3 years experience of working in a relevant discipline within laboratory or similar environment.
• 3 years experience of working in an international/local education setting.
• 3 years working knowledge of relevant laboratory safety policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate practical resources and print materials for curricular activities.
• Prepare and maintain experimental setups in laboratories.
• Clean and check equipment for safe operation.
• Support sustainability in job duties planning and execution.
• Develop risk assessments for curricular and extracurricular activities.

Skills

Team player with good communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently and as a team

Working knowledge of Mac platform

Knowledge of MS Office and Google Workplace Tool

Excellent organizational and time management skills

Commitment to highest standards of child protection

Enquiring mind with willingness to learn

Education

Minimum of Diploma in Science related discipline

Job description

UWCSEA Dover is looking for one full timeScience Technician to start from September/October 2025.

Reporting to the Heads of Subject and the Head of High School Science, the successfulcandidatewill provide technical support in the College's Science Department by preparing, delivering, and maintaining experimental setups, and by managing the safe operating procedures of all equipment and materials. This will ensure the best possible experience of practical science for students and support teachers in their roles.

Main Responsibilities

Work with the Heads of Subject to:

• Coordinate the use of practical resources and printed materials, provide assistance and advice to staff and students in meeting the requirements of all curricular and extracurricular activities, including field trips.

• Procure, prepare, deliver, and maintain the experimental setups and printed materials in each laboratory before each lesson and clear upon completion.

• Complete the required procedures with internal and external departments and contractors to ensure provision of services and supplies (e.g. Facilities, Mail, Purchasing, Printing & Supplies).

• Clean equipment thoroughly, including washing glassware and checking its safe operation, completing repair activities where possible or organising replacement services, maintenance, replacement and safe disposal of equipment making sure adequate equipment is available.

• Support sustainability in the planning, organisation, and execution of job duties.

Work with the Science Risk Specialist to:

• To comply with regulations of government bodies such as NEA, SCDF, & SPF to maintain the licence.

• Maintain a high level of safety standards and keep up to date with current procedures and practices, including health and safety requirements, through continuing professional development.

• To develop risk assessments, trialling and developing practical protocols for curricular and extracurricular activities, including field trips.

Person Specifications

Qualification:

• Minimum of Diploma in Science related discipline preferred.

• Candidate without a diploma but possess relevant working experience are encouraged to apply.

Experience:

• 3 Years experience of working in a relevant discipline within laboratory or similar environment

• 3 Years experience of working in an international/local education setting

• 3 Years working knowledge of relevant laboratory safety policies and procedures

Skills and Qualities:

• A team player with good communication and interpersonal skills

• Able to work independently and as a team

• Working knowledge of Mac platform, MS Office and Google Workplace Tool

• Commitment to the highest standards of child protection and safeguarding

• Excellent organisational and time management skills

• An enquiring mind, with willingness to learn and develop new skills.

Application

Apply via our job portal by Monday, 18 August 2024 23:59 Singapore Time

The UWC Mission is to make education a force to unite people, nations and culture for peace and a sustainable future. We are committed to creating a community in which all members feel safe and secure, and know that their authentic selves and individual differences are accepted with respect and care. At UWCSEA, we acknowledge that diversity, equity, inclusion and justice (DEIJ) is an ongoing and evolving process and strive to create and sustain a sense of belonging for all members of our community, past, present and future. All qualified applicants, including those who identify as a part of marginalized group(s) and individuals with (dis)abilities are all encouraged to apply. Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all the students in our care and expects all applicants to share this commitment. We follow safe recruitment practices and all appointments are subject to interview, satisfactory references, identity and criminal record checks.