Senior Research Officer (Preparedness & Outbreak Response), A*IDL

A*STAR RESEARCH ENTITIES; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A*STAR Infectious Diseases Labs (A*STAR IDL) invites applications for a (Senior) Research Officer/Engineer to support the BSL-3 facility and its daily operations.

You will manage ACMV/M&E, BMS, security, and documentation, coordinate maintenance, and assist with audits and safety training. The role requires an engineering or biomedical degree and at least 3 years' facilities management experience in lab settings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or Biomedical Science.
• Minimum 3 years of facilities management experience in laboratory environments (BSL-2/BSL-3).
• WSH Officer with Fire Safety Manager certification is advantageous.
• Familiarity with ISO 35001/ISO 17025/ISO 9001/GLP.
• Experience supporting laboratory facilities with animal research is beneficial.
• Safety‑minded team player who can work independently and manage priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• BSL-3 environment experience and PPE usage awareness.

Responsibilities

• Manage facility infrastructure including ACMV/M&E, BMS, gas and chemical systems, security access, and general maintenance for uninterrupted BSL-3 operations.
• Serve as liaison for maintenance, equipment breakdowns, building issues, and emergencies to ensure timely resolution.
• Administer facility security and access control to support biosafety compliance.
• Maintain facility documentation to support regulatory and biosafety compliance.
• Conduct facility inductions for vendors, contractors, and new users on safety and security requirements.
• Oversee procurement activities for facility maintenance, services, and equipment, including vendor evaluation.
• Contribute to audits, drills, investigations and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Facilities management

Regulatory compliance

Bio-safety awareness

Team player

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Biomedical Science degree

Job description

Job Summary

A*STAR Infectious Diseases Labs (A*STAR IDL) aims to be the global leader in infectious diseases through scientific excellence in research and innovation to enhance human health and respond to future outbreaks and pandemics.

A*STAR IDL is seeking for a (Senior) Research Officer/Engineer to join us in our mission to be a leading center of infectious diseases research and support day-to-day operations of the A*STAR High Containment (Biosafety Level 3) Facility. We are seeking motivated candidates to contribute to our efforts in pandemic preparedness in a BSL-3 environment.

Job Description:

• Manage facility infrastructure, including Air Conditioning and Mechanical Ventilation (ACMV)/Mechanical and Electrical (M&E) services, Building Management system (BMS), gas and chemical systems, security access control, pest control, and general building maintenance to support safe and uninterrupted BSL-3 operations.
• Serve as the main liaison personnel for facility maintenance, equipment breakdowns, building issues, and emergency incidents to ensure timely resolution and operational continuity.
• Administer facility security and access control systems to support BSL-3 operations and biosecurity compliance for authorized personnel.
• Manage facility documentation to support regulatory and biosafety compliance.
• Conduct facility induction for vendors, contractors, and new users on facility safety, emergency response, and security requirements.
• Manage procurement activities for facility maintenance, services, and equipment, including vendor evaluation and contract administration.
• Contribute to laboratory certification, audits, emergency drills, investigations and continuous improvement initiatives.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Facilities Engineering, or related discipline) or Biomedical Science.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in facilities management within laboratory environments (e.g., BSL-2, BSL-3) and/or related industrial facilities.
• Registered Workplace Safety and Health (WSH) Officer with Fire Safety Manager certification will have an added advantage.
• Familiarity with quality and biosafety management systems, e.g ISO 35001/ ISO 17025/ ISO 9001 / Good Laboratory Practice (GLP).
• Experience supporting laboratory facilities involving animal research is beneficial.
• A team player committed to safety, compliance, and continuous improvement, with the ability to work independently and manage priorities under tight timelines.
• The role would require you to work in a BSL-3 environment and wear personal protective equipment, including respiratory protection equipment, and provide support to emergency response outside normal working hours when required.