Laboratory Technologist (Department of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences)

The duties and responsibilities of the incumbent, in the Department of Pharmacy, include but are not limited to the following -

• Perform pre-class procurement of practical reagents and consumables.
• Perform pre-class setup of apparatus, reagents and materials for pharmaceutical biology or chemistry, MSc (Pharmaceutical Science & Technology) practical classes.
• Provide in-class operational support and facilitate the conduct of selected undergraduate/postgraduate practical classes and objective structured clinical examinations.
• Review, collate and track the annual budget for selected undergraduate/postgraduate teaching modules.
• Involved in the daily operations, maintenance and upkeep of the laboratories and teaching facilities.
• Ensure safety of teaching facilities through regular checks and audits.
• Prepare documents for safety audits and assist in the update of safety documents.
• Serve as the point of contact for safety communication to students and departmental staff.
• Assist in the implementation of Safety and Health Programmes.
• Serve as fire safety warden or first aider for the department.
• Perform any other related and ad-hoc duties as required.

• Minimum diploma in Biomedical Sciences, Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Chemistry or related Science disciplines.
• Experience in pre-class preparation and running of science laboratory classes will be an advantage. Those who do not have experience but who are highly motivated and committed are also encouraged to apply.
• Good knowledge of laboratory practices.
• Experience in chemical synthesis or analytical methods or molecular biology is highly desired.
• Able to learn quickly on the job with the ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to work independently and as a team.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, e.g. Microsoft Office Word, Excel & PowerPoint.
• Excellent communication skills with good command of spoken and written English.
• Independent, committed, self-motivated, hardworking, resourceful with good organization, time management, analytical skills and desire to learn new skills as well as take on new responsibilities.

Location: Kent Ridge Campus

Organization: Faculty of Science

Department : Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences

Job requisition ID : 23628