Senior Bioimaging & Microscopy Operations Lead

National University of Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The National University of Singapore seeks a meticulous Laboratory Executive to support the bioimaging arm of its Spatial Biology Core. You will operate and maintain microscopy platforms, train users, and assist with image acquisition and basic analysis.

You will also coordinate data storage, IT software, and safety documentation while supporting facility administration and back-up spatial biology services as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences or related discipline from an accredited university.
• Training or hands-on experience in the use of confocal and widefield microscopes.
• Good understanding of microscope working principles.
• Knowledge of microscopy observation techniques.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Good work attitude and professional ethics.

Responsibilities

• Set up, maintain and oversee the use of microscopy platforms within the bioimaging facility.
• Perform day-to-day upkeep of microscopes and related equipment.
• Maintain inventory of essential consumables and spare parts.
• Coordinate preventive maintenance and servicing of microscopes with vendors and service engineers.
• Ensure microscopy workspaces are kept clean, organised and ready for use.
• Provide staff-assisted microscopy services upon request.
• Train new users on the proper operation of microscopy equipment.
• Provide technical support to users for image acquisition, microscope settings and troubleshooting.
• Assist users in optimising imaging parameters for research samples.
• Support users with basic image processing and analysis where necessary.
• Monitor user compliance with microscope usage guidelines and safety requirements.
• Work closely with IT to install, update and maintain image capture software and image analysis programs.
• Support efficient data storage management to enable proper storage, organisation and access to image files.
• Assist in maintaining good data management practices for imaging workflows.
• To act as a back-up for the Spatial Biology arm, carrying out spatial biology services as needed.
• Coordinate and renew service contracts for microscopy platforms.
• Assist in the purchasing of reagents, consumables and equipment for the bioimaging arm of SBC.
• Manage the booking and billing system for both the spatial biology and bioimaging arms of SBC.
• Prepare and maintain safety documents, SOPs and risk assessments for microscopy sessions.
• Support general administrative processes required for smooth facility operations.

Skills

Bachelor’s degree

Communication skills

MS Office proficiency

Independent working

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences or related discipline

Tools

Confocal microscopy

Widefield microscopy

Zeiss / Leica platforms

Image analysis software

Job description

The National University of Singapore seeks a meticulous Laboratory Executive to support the bioimaging arm of its Spatial Biology Core. You will operate and maintain microscopy platforms, train users, and assist with image acquisition and basic analysis.

You will also coordinate data storage, IT software, and safety documentation while supporting facility administration and back-up spatial biology services as needed.