640 Laboratory Scientist jobs in Singapore

Job Description & Requirements

• Receive, examine and perform laboratory testing on clinical specimens and report the results within TAT in accordance with laboratory policies and standard operating procedures.
• Perform PCR, hybridisation, library preparation, next generation sequencing, as well as a variety of advanced genetic laboratory applications.
• Review results to determine interference, inhibition, or other problems that arise during extraction, amplification or sequencing of nucleic acids.
• Perform quality control, validation, and other activities to verify the performance of clinical assays.
• Perform routine maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment, and notify Laboratory Manager when instruments malfunction.
• Work closely with Laboratory Manager/Director to ensure compliance with accreditation standards and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in quality assurance according to established policies and procedures.
• Manage inventory of supplies and reagents and communicate order needs.
• Operate computer programs related to equipment and LIS systems.
• Maintain records of test results and archives of data.
• Keep Good Clinical Practice and safe working environment complying with the requirements of laboratory safety, staff safety, and patient safety.
• Perform laboratory procedures, examinations, and other tests according to established laboratory policies and procedures.
• Maintain and demonstrate technical competence.

Preferred Skills/Qualifications

Education: Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology or an equivalent qualification; or a basic degree in a relevant science subject

Experience: Preferably 2-3 years of clinical laboratory experience in molecular genetics, biochemical genetics, or cytogenetics. Keen interest to learn with positive work attitude, analytical thinking, good communication and interpersonal skills.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as deemed relevant to the role. Salary will be commensurate with relevant experiences.

Singapore General Hospital Pte Ltd

Job Category: Allied Health Professional

Posting Date: 8 Feb 2024

Medical Laboratory Technologist

You will be part of the clinical microbiology lab in SGH which plays a key role in the laboratory diagnosis of infectious diseases.

You will perform laboratory tests, assist in preparing various types of media as well as receive and process specimens, including carrying out specialised investigations of patient samples. In addition, you will perform on-going quality control checks to ensure test results are precise and accurate.

Requirements

• Degree in Biomedical Science, Life Sciences or its equivalent
• Able to work in a fast paced environment, both independently and in a team
• Able to work in a responsible, meticulous and efficient manner
• Possess good communication skills
• Able to work rotating shifts

Medical Laboratory Scientist

You will be part of the clinical microbiology lab in SGH which plays a key role in the laboratory diagnosis of infectious diseases.

You will be leading a section which focuses on bacterial genomics. The results will contribute to the understanding of disease processes, infection prevention and control, and public health.

You will mentor and coach junior staff. You will also assist in establishing, implementing and updating departmental policies and procedures.

Requirements:

• PhD in a relevant discipline (biomedical science, bioinformatics, computational biology, data science or related field)

• Masters in a relevant discipline with a minimum of 1 year of relevant work experience

• Degree in Biomedical Science, Biological Science, Medical Technology or equivalent with minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience

• Good command of English, communications and interpersonal skills are important

• Proficiency in scripting and statistical language (eg Perl, Python, R, particularly in the use of packages such as biopython).

• Prior experience in wet lab and bioinformatics analysis of human/microbial genomes, metagenomics will be an advantage

• Knowledge in high performance computing (HPC) and cloud computing

Req ID: 1522

(Note: This is a fixed-term contract up to a period of 3 years. Contract renewal is subjected to operational needs and availability.)

The successful candidate will provide critical Information Technology (IT) & data analytics support in the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine in KK Women's and Children's Hospital. He/she will be part of the Laboratory Information Systems (LIS) team responsible for the smooth functioning and continual improvements and upgrades of the IT and related systems. The successful candidate will also work closely with partners in the Integrated Hospital Information Systems (IHIS).

Responsibilities:

• Development of operating standards, policies, and procedures for end-users and end-user training
• Critical review and timely recommendations of medical lab process redesign where necessary
• Support and administration of the LIS
• Purchase of IT hardware and software
• Identification of IT needs including data storage, instrument interface and connectivity
• Participation in hospital or cluster-level projects and systems upgrades
• First level trouble-shooting of IT problems including after-hours emergencies
• Assisting the department in data analytics for medical laboratory improvements

Job Requirements:

• A Bachelor's degree in medical laboratory technology or related discipline. Personnel with additional relevant IT certification, postgraduate qualifications are welcomed.
• Experience working in a medical laboratory setting and in line management and healthcare project management will be advantageous
• Excellent written and communication skills
• An ability to work well under pressure and to meet tight deadlines
• Proficiency in office automation systems and both intranet and internet applications, including knowledge of hospital and healthcare IT systems e.g. SAP, Laboratory Information system, computerised physician test ordering platform, medical records applications
• Self-motivated, driven and tenacious with a resolute commitment to bringing creative and highly intelligent solutions towards apparently unsurmountable and complex IT challenges

• Development of operating standards, policies, and procedures for end-users and end-user training
• Critical review and timely recommendations of medical lab process redesign where necessary
• Support and administration of the LIS
• Purchase of IT hardware and software
• Identification of IT needs including data storage, instrument interface and connectivity
• Participation in hospital or cluster-level projects and systems upgrades
• First level trouble-shooting of IT problems including after-hours emergencies
• Assisting the department in data analytics for medical laboratory improvements

• A Bachelor's degree in medical laboratory technology or related discipline. Personnel with additional relevant IT certification, postgraduate qualifications are welcomed.
• Experience working in a medical laboratory setting and in line management and healthcare project management will be advantageous
• Excellent written and communication skills
• An ability to work well under pressure and to meet tight deadlines
• Proficiency in office automation systems and both intranet and internet applications, including knowledge of hospital and healthcare IT systems e.g. SAP, Laboratory Information system, computerised physician test ordering platform, medical records applications
• Self-motivated, driven and tenacious with a resolute commitment to bringing creative and highly intelligent solutions towards apparently unsurmountable and complex IT challenges

MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Specific

• Report to Laboratory Manager, Head of Service, and Laboratory Clinical Leads on the effectiveness of the Quality Management System.
• Communicate to laboratory management any relevant changes in legislation, and recommend best practices from MOH and external accreditation and professional bodies.
• Ensure that all incidents are reported and investigated within the established timeline, including implementation of corrective and preventive actions.
• Provide advice to team to meet or improve performance indicators.
• Act as the point of contact with Ministry of Health and accreditation bodies (e.g. College of American Pathologists).
• Co-ordinate inspections by external agencies, and responses to documented non-compliances and deficiencies.
• Ensure that personnel comply with policies, work instructions and guidelines, and work with Head of Clinical laboratory and reporting officers on disciplinary measures.
• Have a good operating knowledge of laboratory information system, equipment software, and other software used in laboratory.
• Oversee calibration, quality control and validation of laboratory analysers and other laboratory equipment, including point-of-care testing devices (where applicable).
• Oversee testing of specimens from quality assurance programme surveys.
• Write and review documents, including policies, work instructions, bench guides and forms.
• Perform specimen reception, order entry and other duties in laboratory.
• Identify and trouble-shoot major issues, and make decisions on whether escalation to Head of Clinical Service and Head of Service is required.

• Perform duties in a professional manner, commensurate with academic and technical skills and training.
• Adhere to laws, regulations, and hospital procedures and policies.
• Uphold the visions and practices of Woodlands Health.
• Fulfil continuing medical education requirements.
• Participate in quality improvement programmes.
• Perform any other duties as directed by the Head of Clinical Service.

• Perform and supervise medical laboratory tests across various disciplines in laboratory medicine.
• Ensure accuracy, reliability, and timely reporting of test results.
• Oversee daily laboratory operations, including workflow management, troubleshooting, and staff guidance.
• Maintain and enforce compliance with quality control, safety, and regulatory standards.
• Ensure optimal functioning, calibration, and maintenance of laboratory equipment.
• Collaborate closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to support clinical decision-making.
• Contribute to the training and development of junior laboratory staff.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science or a related field; advanced degree is an advantage.
• Relevant professional certifications and licenses required for medical laboratory practice in Singapore.
• Proven experience in Laboratory Medicine and Pathology.
• Proficient in Medical Technology, laboratory skills, and Quality Control practices.

To submit your application, please apply online to - or call for private and confidential discussion.

Your interest will be treated with the strictest of confidence. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified or contacted.

RN Care Pte. Ltd

EA License No: 17C8900

Family Group: Allied Health

JOB PURPOSE

The Senior Medical Laboratory Scientist role involves management of a team or section of the laboratory, or responsibility across the laboratory in a field such as occupational health and safety, quality management, training, or service delivery. The Senior Medical Laboratory Scientist supports the laboratory management team to implement organisational and departmental policies, and oversee the total test process (pre-analytical, analytical and post-analytical).

MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Specific

i. Manage the day-to-day activities of the team, ensuring that specimens are prioritised according to clinical urgency, making decisions on suitability of specimens for testing, and handling problematic specimens.

ii. Optimise operations of team to meet performance indicators.

iii. Supervise personnel performing testing and reporting results.

iv. Ensure that personnel comply with policies, work instructions and guidelines, and work with Laboratory Manager and reporting officers on disciplinary measures.

v. Ensure that all incidents are reported, assist in investigation of incidents, and implement corrective and preventive actions.

vi. Manage equipment, ensuring that preventive maintenance is performed, and trouble-shooting and resolving technical problems.

vii. Have a good operating knowledge of laboratory information system, equipment software, and other software used in laboratory.

viii. Oversee calibration, quality control and validation of laboratory analysers and other laboratory equipment, including point-of-care testing devices (where applicable).

ix. Oversee testing of specimens from quality assurance programme surveys.

x. Provide training, competency assessment, and supervision of medical laboratory technologists and medical officers (where applicable).

xi. Write and review documents, including policies, work instructions, bench guides and forms.

xii. Perform specimen reception, order entry and other duties in laboratory, as assigned.

xiii. Identify and trouble-shoot major issues, and make decisions on whether escalation to Laboratory Manager and Head of Department is required.

General

i. Perform duties in a professional manner, commensurate with academic and technical skills and training.

ii. Adhere to laws, regulations, and hospital procedures and policies.

iii. Uphold the visions and practices of Woodlands Health.

iv. Fulfil continuing medical education requirements.

v. Participate in quality improvement programmes.

vi. Perform any other duties as directed by the Laboratory Manager.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education, training and experience

i. Bachelor's degree in biomedical science or equivalent

ii. Master's degree in biomedical science or equivalent

iii. Diploma with relevant experience and competency

iv. Minimum of four years of working in a clinical laboratory, including leadership or supervisory positions

v. Experience in healthcare setting certified by recognised accreditation body

vi. Experience in training and assessment of personnel

vii. Experience in writing and implementing policies and work instructions

viii. Experience in Ministry of Health licensing, and CAP, ISO or JCI accreditation processes

ix. ASCPi certificate is preferred

Professional Licence (if any)

NA

Attributes

i. Problem-solving

ii. Multi-tasking

iii. Teamwork

Others

i. Shift work

ii. Long hours of standing up during work

iii. Exposure to biological and chemical hazards

MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Specific
Report to Laboratory Manager, Head of Service, and Laboratory Clinical Leads on the effectiveness of the Quality Management System.
Communicate to laboratory management any relevant changes in legislation, and recommend best practices from MOH and external accreditation and professional bodies.
Ensure that all incidents are reported and investigated within the established timeline, including implementation of corrective and preventive actions.
Provide advice to team to meet or improve performance indicators.
Act as the point of contact with Ministry of Health and accreditation bodies (e.g. College of American Pathologists).
Co-ordinate inspections by external agencies, and responses to documented non-compliances and deficiencies.
Ensure that personnel comply with policies, work instructions and guidelines, and work with Head of Clinical laboratory and reporting officers on disciplinary measures.
Have a good operating knowledge of laboratory information system, equipment software, and other software used in laboratory.
Oversee calibration, quality control and validation of laboratory analysers and other laboratory equipment, including point-of-care testing devices (where applicable).
Oversee testing of specimens from quality assurance programme surveys.
Write and review documents, including policies, work instructions, bench guides and forms.
Perform specimen reception, order entry and other duties in laboratory.
Identify and trouble-shoot major issues, and make decisions on whether escalation to Head of Clinical Service and Head of Service is required.
General
Perform duties in a professional manner, commensurate with academic and technical skills and training.
Adhere to laws, regulations, and hospital procedures and policies.
Uphold the visions and practices of Woodlands Health.
Fulfil continuing medical education requirements.
Participate in quality improvement programmes.
Perform any other duties as directed by the Head of Clinical Service.
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KK Women's and Children's Hospital Pte. Ltd.

Job Category: Allied Health Professional

Posting Date: 18 Jul 2025

The successful candidate will provide critical Information Technology (IT) & data analytics support in the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine in KK Women's and Children's Hospital. He/she will be part of the Laboratory Information Systems (LIS) team responsible for the smooth functioning and continual improvements and upgrades of the IT and related systems. The successful candidate will also work closely with partners in the Integrated Hospital Information Systems (IHIS).

Responsibilities

• Development of operating standards, policies, and procedures for end-users and end-user training
• Critical review and timely recommendations of medical lab process redesign where necessary
• Support and administration of the LIS
• Purchase of IT hardware and software
• Identification of IT needs including data storage, instrument interface and connectivity Participation in hospital or cluster-level projects and systems upgrades
• First level trouble-shooting of IT problems including after-hours emergencies Assisting the department in data analytics for medical laboratory improvements

Requirements

• Degree in medical laboratory technology or related discipline. Personnel with additional relevant IT certification, postgraduate qualifications are welcomed.
• Experience working in a medical laboratory setting and in line management and healthcare project management will be advantageous
• Excellent written and communication skills
• Ability to work well under pressure and to meet tight deadlines
• Proficiency in office automation systems and both intranet and internet applications, including knowledge of hospital and healthcare IT systems e.g. SAP, Laboratory Information system, computerised physician test ordering platform, medical records application
• Self-motivated, driven and tenacious with a resolute commitment to bringing creative and highly intelligent solutions towards apparently unsurmountable and complex IT challenges

Req ID: 2803