283 Laboratory Science jobs in Singapore

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Profile: Science Laboratory Technician

Contract Period: 1 January 2026 – 25 December 2026

Option to Extend: 26 December 2026 – 25 December 2027

Address: Punggol Central, Singapore

Working Hours

• Mondays to Fridays: 7:30am – 4:30pm (inclusive of 1-hour lunch break)
• Service not required on Saturdays, Sundays, and gazetted public holidays

Scope of Services

• Maintain general cleanliness and ensure functionality of the Science laboratories and equipment.
• Monitor and manage stock-taking of equipment and Science resource materials.
• Maintain a catalogue of laboratory resources to assist teachers in planning Science activities.
• Prepare laboratory materials and resources to ensure experiments are carried out effectively.
• Assist in preparation, setup, and dismantling of apparatus and equipment for lessons.
• Provide in-class support to teachers during Science experiments.
• Keep accurate records of loaning and returning of apparatus.
• Provide support during Science Olympiad lessons.
• Perform administrative duties such as collation of teaching and learning materials, and preparation of resources necessary for Science lessons.
• Support teachers during Science Practical Assessments.
• Undertake other duties as assigned by the Science Department.

Qualifications and Skills

Experience

• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience as a Laboratory Technician/Assistant.
• Prior experience in a primary school setting is highly advantageous.

Desirable Qualities

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to liaise with teachers, students, and stakeholders.
• Proficient in English (reading, writing, and speaking).
• Well-organised, meticulous, and detail-oriented in executing tasks.

Job Type: Contract

Contract length: 24 months

Pay: $1, $3,000.00 per month

Education:

• Lower Secondary Qualification (Preferred)

Experience:

• Laboratory Technician/Assistant.: 2 years (Preferred)
• primary school: 2 years (Preferred)

Job Description & Requirements

Teaching & Learning Support

• To prepare science apparatus and equipment for science experiments
• To assist/support teachers in the conduct of science experiments and science enrichment

programmes which include E2K, hydroponics, eco trails, science-related CCAs and Applied

Learning Programme (ALP).

• To assist teachers in the preparation of resources for science competitions and projects and

science-related CCAs

• To monitor the operations of the Hydroponics System
• To support in the preparation of resources for science department events
• To ensure the safety of the science rooms by keeping updated on safety guidelines and

adhering to safety protocols on the use of equipment and materials

Inventory Management Support

• To monitor the utilisation rate of the science rooms, science resources and apparatus.
• To conduct stock-takes of science resources, apparatus, equipment and consumables
• To check on usability of science apparatus and equipment and collate list of damaged items

to be repaired or replaced

• To collate items to be replenished for teaching and learning of science
• To monitor the loaning out and returning of desk copies by science teachers
• To maintain the cleanliness of the science rooms and Hydroponics System

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $2, $2,500.00 per month

The Services required are set out as follows:

1. To assist the Science Department in maintaining 4 science

laboratories.

1. To assist teachers in preparing and laying out of apparatus/materials

in the 4 science laboratories to support Primary 3 to Primary 6

Science classes (Total of 46 science classes).

1. Ensure secured storage and safe handling of chemicals and

equipment. Maintain up to-date chemical inventory and Material

Safety Data Sheets (MSDS).

1. To source through trusted online websites for relevant Science

multimedia, activity ideas, and resources for teachers.

1. To liaise with external suppliers for regular maintenance of lab

equipment.

1. To assist the Science department in the procurement of items

required by the teachers for laboratory work. This includes sourcing

for quotations and making recommendations to school.

1. To communicate effectively with teachers to prepare

items/apparatus/equipment needed for the science practical

examination, science performance task, teachers' training workshop

or any workshops conducted by the science department.

1. To assist teachers in troubleshooting equipment such as data

loggers and microscopes during lessons.

1. To ensure that the inventory and consumables in the science

laboratories are well maintained and accounted for, including

monitoring of usage and timely replenishment of stock.

1. Work with Science department and school's Fixed Asset Manager in

the termly and annual stores verification exercise. This includes the

identification and recommendation for disposal of redundant/

obsolete stores and preparation of redundancy/ condemnation

documents

This role is to support the teaching team in maintaining laboratory facilities and assisting with teaching and learning.

• Preparing materials and equipment for science lessons.
• Maintaining laboratories in a clean and safe environment.
• Managing stocks of science materials, chemicals, and equipment.

Main Responsibilities:

• Administrative support for science teachers.
• General teaching assistant duties as required.

Preparation of Science Lesson Materials and Equipment:

• Setting up apparatus and preparing experiments.
• Liaising with teaching staff for special events.

Routine Maintenance of Laboratories:

• Ensuring laboratory facilities are well maintained.
• Carrying out regular health and safety checks.

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To guarantee a seamless operation of science practical sessions, exams and other related activities, the ideal candidate will be responsible for setting up, preparing and distributing chemicals, materials and equipment. This includes conducting regular checks on all apparatus to ensure they are in good working condition and performing minor repairs when necessary.

The selected individual will also be accountable for maintaining lab safety standards, providing support during accidents and participating in inventory management tasks as assigned by the school administration.