Assistant Science Laboratory Technician

🏫 Name of School: Methodist Girls’ School (Secondary)📍 Location: 11 Blackmore Drive, Singapore 599986📅 Contract DurationStart Date: 1 January 2026 (or as stated in Letter of Acceptance)End Date: 15 November 2026🕐 Working Hours (Full-Time, 42.5 Hours/Week)Monday – Friday: 7:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. (inclusive of 0.5-hour lunch break)🍱 Lunch duration between 30 minutes to 1 hour (to be arranged with supervisor).📆 No work required on Saturdays, Sundays, or gazetted public holidays.🛠️ Working hours may vary based on school operational needs.🧪 Work Scope🧰 1. Daily Laboratory OperationsOpen and close laboratory doors and windows at the start and end of the day.Ensure gas taps, fans, and electrical outlets are switched off after each session.Maintain overall cleanliness of all science labs — clearing bins, cleaning sinks, benches, drawers, cupboards, and shelves.Return reagent bottles and apparatus to their designated storage areas.⚗️ 2. Laboratory Preparation & SupportAssist Laboratory Technicians in Chemistry, Biology, Physics, and Lower Secondary Science by:Setting up and laying out apparatus for practical lessons and exams.Cleaning and clearing apparatus after lessons and ensuring proper drying and storage.Preparing materials and solutions, including weighing, dispensing, and labeling chemicals and specimens.Refilling distilled water and diluted reagents on benches.Cutting and preparing fresh ingredients for student use.Maintaining and checking Physics apparatus (e.g., inserting or removing batteries).Providing support from the preparation room during practical sessions if required.🧼 3. Post-Experiment DutiesAssist in GCE ‘O’ Level Science Practical Exam preparation, setup, and post-exam clean-up.Ensure all apparatus and laboratories are restored to ready condition for future use.🧾 4. Additional ResponsibilitiesParticipate in inventory checking and stock management.Perform any other ad-hoc duties assigned by the HOD (Science) to support Science Department operations.🎓 Qualifications, Skills & Experience✅ Minimum QualificationGCE ‘O’ Level or equivalent.🌟 Preferred ExperienceAt least 2 years of relevant experience as an Assistant Laboratory Technician in a school or research environment.