Technical Specialist (Natural Sciences and Science Education Department) [NIE]
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Job Description
The National Institute of Education (NIE) in Singapore seeks a Technical Specialist for the Natural Sciences and Science Education (NSSE) Department on a 2-year contract. This role involves providing technical support for laboratory classes, maintaining and troubleshooting scientific instruments, ensuring lab safety, and managing instrument maintenance and consumables. Applicants must hold a Polytechnic Diploma in Physics, Biology, or Chemistry and possess at least one year of relevant experience in a science environment, with a strong emphasis on safety awareness.
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Key Responsibilities
- Provide technical support for pre-service, in-service and post-graduate lab classes.
- Maintain and conduct troubleshooting for lab instruments/equipment in teaching and research labs.
- Willingness to learn the operation and safety protocols of the various scientific instruments to be assigned by the Head of Department.
- Ensure laboratory sessions are properly set up, i.e., equipment and consumables are properly prepared and cleaned after use.
- Plan and budget for the assigned Primary Science instrument maintenance, equipment upgrading, spare accessories, and consumables.
- Ensure laboratory instruments are in good working condition and maximize their lifetime.
- Ensure adherence of safety procedures in the laboratories.
- Perform any other duties, e.g. in other science laboratories, as assigned by the reporting officer and Management team of NSSE Department.
Requirements
- A Polytechnic Diploma in Physics/Biology/Chemistry.
- Minimum 1-year related working experience in a science or related environment.
- Experience in providing technical support to students in higher education will be an added advantage.
- High level of safety awareness.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and oral.
- Ability to multitask, work independently, and effectively in a team.
- Hard-working, self-disciplined, responsible, and committed.
- The closing date of the advertisement is 2 October 2026. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
About This Position
When do applications close for this position?
Applications for Technical Specialist (Natural Sciences and Science Education Department) [NIE] at Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) close on 15 October 2026. Make sure your application reaches the university's recruitment system before the deadline — late submissions are generally not accepted.
Where is this position based?
The position is based at Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore), in SG. Check the job description above for flexible or hybrid arrangements.
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