Technical Specialist (Natural Sciences and Science Education)

About the role

The National Institute of Education (NIE), Singapore's national teacher education institute, is hiring a Technical Specialist for its Natural Sciences and Science Education (NSSE) Department. This is a 2-year contract position based at the NIE Main Campus. The specialist takes care of the teaching laboratories and ensures laboratory operations run smoothly and safely.

Key responsibilities

• Provide technical support for pre-service, in-service and post-graduate lab classes.
• Maintain and troubleshoot lab instruments and equipment in teaching and research labs, learning the operation and safety protocols of the instruments assigned by the Head of Department.
• Ensure lab sessions are properly set up, with equipment and consumables prepared and cleaned after use.
• Plan and budget for primary science instrument maintenance, equipment upgrades, spare accessories and consumables.
• Keep instruments in good working condition and ensure safety procedures are followed.
• Perform other duties in other science laboratories as assigned by the reporting officer and management team.

Required profile

• Polytechnic Diploma in Physics, Biology or Chemistry.
• Minimum 1 year of related working experience in a science or related environment.
• Experience providing technical support to students in higher education is an added advantage.
• High level of safety awareness, strong written and oral communication skills, ability to multitask, work independently and in a team, and a hard-working, disciplined attitude.