Senior Executive, Technical

ntu; Singapore; On-site; SGD 45,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

The School of Chemistry, Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology at NTU Singapore invites a Senior Executive, Technical to support laboratory operations and teaching activities across biomolecular engineering labs. You will prepare consumables, manage equipment, train users, and help maintain a safe, well-documented lab environment for students and researchers.

Responsibilities include coordinating schedules, improving processes, assisting with SOPs and risk assessments, and liaising with

Qualifications

• A recognized degree in Biomedical Engineering, Bioengineering, Biotechnology or a related field.
• Diploma holder with 3 years' relevant experience will also be considered.
• Experience handling, operating and maintaining scientific & laboratory equipment.
• Analytical thinker with strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Good awareness of laboratory safety.
• Excellent verbal & written communication.
• Good learning ability and able to work independently with minimal guidance.
• Be proactive and independent.
• Effective time management.
• Good team player with service orientation.

Responsibilities

• Support Bioengineering undergraduate and PG teaching experiments in Biomolecular and cellular engineering, such as PCR, plasmid isolation, imaging, and cell culture.
• Coordinate lab schedules, student groupings, attendance records and make-up sessions.
• Support continuous improvement to enhance lab operations and student outcomes.
• Participate in design, development, and evaluation of new teaching experiments and activities.
• Provide technical and logistical support for student projects and competitions.
• Ensure adequate lab consumables and manage purchasing and inventory control.
• Maintain good lab housekeeping and safe practices.
• Liaise with suppliers on equipment setup, repair and maintenance.
• Assist with budget proposals and tracking expenses for lab equipment and consumables.
• Conduct training for new users and guide others in equipment operation.
• Support diagnostics and in-house repair work; coordinate with vendors for calibration.
• Maintain records of chemicals, consumables, assets and equipment maintenance.
• Assist with SOP writing and risk assessments.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Time management

Team player

Proactive

Independent working

Education

Biomedical Engineering / Bioengineering / Biotechnology degree

Diploma with 3 years relevant experience

Tools

Microplate reader

Gel imager

Microscope

Autoclave

Rheometer

Job description

The School of Chemistry, Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology (CCEB) hosts world-class education and research programmes in organic and inorganic chemistry, physical chemistry, chemical engineering, bioengineering and process engineering and synthetic chemistry. We aim to nurture future-ready graduates with the ability to tackle new challenges in chemicals manufacturing, healthcare, energy, food, and other important sectors.

We are looking for a highly motivated Senior Executive to support CCEB's technical and administrative activities, ensuring the smooth and safe functioning of the laboratory in enabling the Students, Researchers and Faculty to accomplish their academic and research objectives effectively, efficiently and safely. The Senior Executive, Technical will be responsible for preparing lab consumables, managing equipment, delivering training, and assisting with experimental procedures and equipment maintenance.

Responsibilities:

• Support Bioengineering undergraduate and PG teaching experiments in Biomolecular and cellular engineering, such as PCR, Plasmid isolation, Image & microscopy technology, Bacterial & cell culture, Cell labelling and visualization etc., including preparing materials, performing lab trials, revising lab manuals, conducting and supervising lab classes.


• Coordinate lab schedules, student groupings, attendance records, and make-up lab sessions to ensure smooth teaching operations.


• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance laboratory operations, teaching effectiveness, and student learning outcomes.


• Participate in the design, development, implementation, and evaluation of new teaching experiments and laboratory activities.


• Provide technical and logistical support for student competitions, projects, and innovation activities involving laboratory equipment and facilities.


• Ensure adequate lab consumables and manage purchasing of materials and inventory control.


• Ensure good lab housekeeping and safe laboratory practices.


• Liaise with suppliers on timely equipment setup, repair and maintenance.


• Carry out strategic budget proposals, tracking expenses associated with laboratory equipment and consumables.


• Conduct training for new users, guide inexperienced users in operation of lab equipment.


• Support the manager to perform diagnostic tests and in-house repair process in the event of equipment failure, engage vendor for periodic calibration and preventive maintenance.


• Maintain accurate records of lab chemicals, consumables, assets and equipment maintenance.


• Support lab and management, with experience in writing standard operating procedures and risk assessments.


• Perform any other duties as assigned by the reporting officer and school management.

Skills and qualifications:

• A recognized degree in Biomedical Engineering, Bioengineering, Biotechnology or a related field.


• Diploma holder with 3 years' relevant experience will also be considered.


• Experience handling, operating and maintaining scientific & laboratory equipment such as Micro plate reader, Gel imager, microscope, Autoclave, Rheometer, etc.


• Analytical thinker with strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.


• Good awareness of laboratory safety.


• Excellent verbal & written communication.


• Good learning ability and able to work independently with minimal guidance.


• Be proactive and independent.


• Effective time management.


• Good team player with service orientation.

The School of Chemistry, Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology seeks a diverse and inclusive workforce and is committed to equality of opportunity. We welcome applications from all and recruit on the basis of merit, regardless of age, race, gender, religion, marital status and family responsibilities, or disability.

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Hiring Institution: NTU