Technical Specialist, Laboratory Management

About the role

The Singapore Centre for 3D Printing (SC3DP) at NTU provides a full range of additive manufacturing services, from design and infrastructure to production and validation, with advanced technologies such as topology optimization, generative design and bioinspired design. It also offers material development, control services combining AI and big data, and non-destructive testing for AM parts. The Technical Specialist plays a key role in giving operational-level technical expertise to faculty, research staff and students while ensuring the safety of the laboratories.

Key responsibilities

• Manage regulated and unregulated material inventory and verify the procurement and delivery of controlled items.
• Work with equipment, material and chemical suppliers to ensure compliance with legal and safety requirements.
• Perform chemical verification and radiation safety checks in line with regulations and guidelines.
• Support the management of hazardous substances, including metallic powders, chemicals and nanomaterials used in additive manufacturing and its secondary processes.
• Support document control and the flow of information within the research community.
• Support safety inspections and audits, making sure submitted documents are in order.
• Support office and laboratory access and ensure operations follow national and university safety regulations and occupational health and safety standards.

Required profile

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field, with 1 to 3 years of relevant experience in a research environment.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Meticulous, proactive, diligent and able to work independently; service-oriented team player.
• Able to work in a dynamic environment, with a positive attitude to learning, a strong sense of accountability and a passion for continuous improvement.

Required skills

• Knowledge of chemicals, radiation and hazardous materials management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.