237 Medical Laboratory Scientist jobs in Singapore

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

(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

• 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.

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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

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

Overview
Medical Laboratory Scientist / Technologist (Diagnostic Bacteriology) – Job Category: Allied Health Professional – Posting Date: 13 Sept 2025
Job Description
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, receive and process specimens, including carrying out specialised investigations of patient samples. You will perform ongoing quality control checks to ensure test results are precise and accurate.
Responsibilities
Lead a section focusing on bacterial genomics and contribute to understanding disease processes, infection prevention and control, and public health.
Mentor and coach junior staff; assist in establishing, implementing and updating departmental policies and procedures.
Able to work rotating shifts.
Qualifications
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; strong communication and interpersonal skills
Proficiency in scripting and statistical languages (e.g., Perl, Python, R), particularly with packages such as Biopython
Prior experience in wet lab and bioinformatics analysis of human/microbial genomes; metagenomics experience is an advantage
Knowledge of high performance computing (HPC) and cloud computing
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Job Description

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

The successful candidate will play a key role in evaluating and implementing new assays and methods, contributing to the advancement of diagnostic and research capabilities.

This position requires expertise in both molecular and microbiological techniques, as well as the ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic laboratory environment.

You will mentor and coach junior staff. You will also assist in establishing, implementing and updating departmental policies and procedures. There are also opportunities to liaise with other collaborators for clinical research.

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, able to work effectively as a team player

• Experience in wet lab and bioinformatics analysis of human/microbial genomes, metagenomics will be advantageous

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

• Able to work in a BSL-3 laboratory

(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

Family Group: Allied Health

You will perform a wide variety of molecular microbiology diagnostic and research tests on patient specimens and report results of the tests according to established protocols in the Microbiology Section of the Department of Laboratory Medicine (DLM) in Tan Tock Seng Hospital (TTSH) and the National Centre for Infectious Diseases (NCID), to help clinicians diagnose, treat diseases, and monitor therapy.

You will also be receiving and sorting specimens, assessing suitability of specimens for testing, data entry of test requests, and rejection of specimens that are unsuitable for testing.

You will perform appropriate molecular analysis on specimens using established protocols, and plan, execute and lead laboratory verification or evaluation tests on new assays.

You will participate in quality assurance and quality control programmes in the Microbiology Section and conduct training and mentoring of new and existing staff in molecular microbiology.

You will develop and lead in initiatives to review and improve processes within the Section to achieve organisational goals and support the Section Leader in operational and administrative matters.

You will assist in managing services and resources to achieve department strategic goals and outcome targets.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Laboratory Science, Clinical Microbiology, Biomedical Sciences, Medical Laboratory Sciences, Medical Technology, Biological Sciences, Biotechnology, Life Sciences, or any other equivalent qualification.
• At least 5 years of experience in molecular diagnostics, with the right aptitude and skills. Seniority of appointment will be commensurate with experience.
• Able to work efficiently, meticulously and responsibly in a fast-paced environment independently, as well as in a team
• Possesses good interpersonal, organisational, coordination, communication, and computer skills
• Able to work 3-rotating-shift work patterns, including staggered and extended working hours, and coverage after hours and on weekends and public holidays to meet the needs of the department and hospital