Lab Technologist

National University of Singapore; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The National University of Singapore seeks a candidate for laboratory support roles at its Kent Ridge Campus. You will be tasked with setting up and verifying laboratory equipment for experiments, assisting academic staff, and engaging in vendor management.

Qualifications include a Diploma or BEng in relevant fields, strong communication skills, and at least 1 year of hands-on project experience. A knowledge of laboratory safety and 3D printing will be advantageous.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of on-the-job or hands-on project experience.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Desire to learn new skills and take on new responsibilities.
• Knowledge of laboratory safety management is advantageous.
• Experience with 3D printing is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Setup and verify operation of equipment for experiments.
• Conduct trial runs and troubleshoot faulty equipment.
• Assist academic staff in designing and implementing experiments.
• Engage in laboratory procurement and vendor management.
• Maintain laboratory inventory and assist in safety management.

Skills

ROS

Python

Linux

Electrical circuits

Electronic circuits

Motion control boards

Sensors

Actuators

Computer networking

Microsoft Office

Education

Diploma or BEng in robotics, systems control, mechatronics, or automation

Job description

Responsibilities

• Setting up equipment (retrieving from storage, positioning on benches, cabling and power setup)
• Verifying proper operation of hardware and software
• Making necessary adjustments or calibrations prior to sessions
• Conducting trial runs for new procedures and refining setups
• Troubleshooting faulty equipment and arranging repair or replacement
• Cleaning, dismantling, and safely storing equipment after each session
• Assisting academic staff in designing and implementing experiments, and sourcing, procuring, installing, and testing new equipment for such experiments

Design Lab Responsibilities (Shared Laboratory Premises)

• Assist in laboratory procurement and vendor engagement, including coordination for maintenance and servicing of shared equipment
• Processing financial documents; submission of claims related to laboratory operations and maintenance
• Maintain laboratory equipment inventory, including shared assets
• Assist in the lab safety management system and safety certification audits for shared laboratory premises

Carry out other laboratory-related and miscellaneous duties as assigned by the Department when there are manpower requirements at the Design Lab to support the lab classes and train new users on the testing machines

Qualifications

Job Requirements (Please state Qualification, Years of Experience, Knowledge & Skills required.)

• A Diploma or BEng degree in the areas of robotics, systems control, mechatronics, automation, or equivalent.
• Knowledge and skills in a majority of the following areas: ROS, Python, Linux, electrical and electronic circuits and motion control boards, sensor and actuators, computer networking (e.g., wi‑fi router, etc.)
• At least 1-year on-the-job or hands‑on project experience involving a large subset of skills stated above.
• Possess good communication and interpersonal skills
• A good team player and able to work independently
• Desire to learn new skills as well as take on new responsibilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, e.g. Microsoft Office Word, Excel & PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of laboratory safety management will be an advantage
• Knowledge/skill on 3D printing will be advantage
• Background knowledge in machining and computers/workstations is an advantage

More Information

Location: Kent Ridge Campus

Organization: College of Design and Engineering