Senior Veterinary Assistant II, SingHealth Experimental Medicine Centre (Contract)

SINGAPORE HEALTH SERVICES PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare organization is looking for a technician at the SingHealth Experimental Medicine Centre. This role involves supporting policies for animal care, maintaining compliance with various guidelines, and interacting with researchers. The ideal candidate will possess a diploma along with significant experience in handling animals and maintaining facilities, while demonstrating strong interpersonal capabilities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of relevant experience.
• Ability to handle small and large animal work.
• Willingness to perform shift duties including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of policies for animal husbandry and care.
• Maintain animal inventory, equipment, and facilities.
• Interact with researchers to facilitate operations in the department.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Diploma or GCE A/O/N Level

Job description

Job Description

SingHealth Experimental Medicine Centre runs several core facilities for translational research in SingHealth. Reporting to the Veterinary Manager, you will be responsible in supporting the implementation of policies and initiatives for animal husbandry and care.

You will be involved in the maintenance of animal inventory, equipment and facilities to ensure full compliance with the National Advisory Committee for Laboratory Animal Research (NACLAR) guidelines, Animal and Veterinary Service (AVS) requirements and American Association for Accreditation of Laboratory Animal Care (AAALAC) international standards. You are also responsible for ensuring the provision of veterinary husbandry and care to support training and research activities in the centre. You will also be required to interact with researchers to facilitate veterinary operations in the department.

Requirements

• Diploma in any discipline or GCE A / O / N Level with minimum 4 years of relevant experience
• Ability to handle small and large animal work and perform shift duties, including weekends and public holidays
• Highly motivated with strong interpersonal skills
• Basic knowledge in Microsoft Office applications