Senior Technical Specialist (NSSE) [NIE]

Nanyang Technological University; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Singapore is seeking a Senior Technical Specialist for a 2-year contract. The specialist will ensure smooth lab operations by providing technical support for experiments, maintaining equipment, and upholding safety standards. An ideal candidate holds a degree in Physics or Engineering and has experience in lab operations and technical assistance within higher education. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to multi-task are essential for success in this role.

Benefits

Access to chartered buses for staff

Qualifications

• A University Degree in Physics, Engineering, or related field.
• Experience in physics lab operations and safety protocols.
• Experience providing technical support in higher education.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for laboratory classes.
• Prepare, maintain, and repair laboratory instruments.
• Manage procurement and inventory of laboratory equipment.

Skills

Technical support in laboratory settings

Laboratory safety protocols

Interpersonal communication

Multi-tasking

Education

University Degree in Physics, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Laboratory instruments

Analogue/Digital electronics

Job description

ABOUT THE NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF EDUCATION (NIE)

The National Institute of Education (NIE), Singapore, is Singapore’s national teacher education institute and we are proud to be an integral part of the nation’s education service. We play a key role in the preparation of teachers and in the provision of teacher professional and school leadership development programmes. We are committed to our vision of being An Institute of Distinction: Leading the Future of Education and our mission to Inspire Learning, Transform Teaching and Advance Research. Read more about NIE here.

NIE invites applications for Senior Technical Specialist position in the Natural Sciences and Science Education (NSSE) Department. This is a 2-year contract position.

The key role of the Senior Technical Specialist is to take care of different aspects of the teaching laboratories, thereby ensuring the smooth and efficient running of laboratory operations, including the safety of laboratory users.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for pre-service, in-service, and postgraduate laboratory classes, including preparation and facilitation of physics experiments.
• Prepare, maintain, and repair laboratory instruments and analogue/digital electronics used in teaching and research.
• Support STEM activities and specialised programmes, including Physics Olympiad training through experimental setup and technical assistance.
• Manage procurement, budgeting, purchasing, and inventory for laboratory equipment and consumables. Plan for maintenance, upgrades, and spare parts, liaising with suppliers and staff as required.
• Maintain laboratories and teaching classrooms, ensuring audiovisual systems and instruments are operational and general readiness.
• Uphold laboratory safety standards and procedures, maintain required records, support research activities, and perform other assigned duties.

Requirements

• A University Degree in Physics, Engineering, or related field.
• Experience in physics lab operations, safety protocols, analogue and digital electronics, and equipment maintenance.
• Experience in providing technical support to students in higher education and interest in STEM education and research will be an added advantage.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and oral.
• Ability to multi-task, work independently and effectively in a team.
• Hard working, self-disciplined, responsible, and committed.

Application

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Other Information

NIE staff can take chartered buses at their own expense from or near their homes to the NIE campus. This is subject to availability of seats.