0608#Science Laboratory Assistant-HOUGANG MRT

Science Laboratory Assistant

Location: MOE School, HOUGANG MRT

Contract Duration: 2-Year Contract

Position Overview

The Science Laboratory Assistant supports the effective delivery of the school's Science curriculum by ensuring laboratories are safe, well-equipped, organised, and ready for practical lessons. The role involves laboratory preparation, inventory management, safety compliance, procurement support, and administrative assistance to facilitate Science teaching and learning.

Key Responsibilities

Laboratory Operations

• Manage the daily operations of Science laboratories and preparation rooms.

• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe laboratory environment.

• Ensure laboratories are ready for practical lessons and activities.

Lesson & Programme Support

• Prepare, set up, and clear laboratory equipment, apparatus, specimens, and materials for experiments and practical lessons.

• Support Science teachers in curriculum delivery, demonstrations, and laboratory activities.

• Assist with Science enrichment programmes, STEM activities, E2K, Green Club, and departmental events.

Inventory & Resource Management

• Maintain laboratory equipment, apparatus, models, and teaching resources.

• Monitor inventory, stock levels, usage records, and breakage reports.

• Conduct annual stocktaking and recommend replacement or purchase of equipment.

• Support procurement by preparing purchase requests, checking deliveries, and updating inventory records.

• Report faulty or damaged laboratory equipment promptly.

Laboratory Safety

• Ensure proper storage, handling, and documentation of chemicals.

• Maintain laboratory safety equipment and report hazards immediately.

• Ensure compliance with laboratory safety procedures and school regulations.

Administrative Support

• Manage the distribution and collection of Science teaching resources.

• Maintain laboratory records and documentation.

• Perform other laboratory and administrative duties assigned by the HOD/Science or School Leaders.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• GCE O-Level with a pass in at least one Science subject or equivalent.

• Candidates with qualifications in Science or a Science-related field are preferred.

• Basic computer literacy (Microsoft Office and record keeping).

Experience

• Preferably 3 years of Science laboratory experience in an educational institution.

• Candidates with at least 2 years of relevant laboratory or school support experience are encouraged to apply.

• Experience in laboratory equipment handling, inventory management, and safety procedures.

Skills & Competencies

• Knowledge of laboratory safety and chemical handling.

• Strong organisational and inventory management skills.

• Good communication and teamwork skills.

• Able to work independently with minimal supervision.

• Meticulous, responsible, and proactive.

• Comfortable supporting teachers and students during practical lessons.

• Stable 2-year MOE school contract.

• Office hours with weekends and public holidays off.

• Opportunity to contribute to Science education in a dynamic school environment.

• Gain valuable experience supporting STEM and Science programmes.