Job Description

• Assist to develop and review SOPs and implement lab policies and procedures that are up-to-date and propose work process changes

• Assist to establish and develop lab goals, strategic plans, department work plans and KPIs

• Assist to oversee science lab security management system and ensure a high level of security in the science labs

• Responsible for all practical examinations in terms of lab planning, operations and lab staff deployment

• Ensure all assigned science labs are adequately maintained and resourced with necessary instruments, equipment, glassware and apparatus to support scheduled lab activities for teaching and learning

• Perform any trial of experiments prior to the lab sessions and provide recommendations for improvement where necessary

• Oversee and procure lab equipment, instruments and materials to ensure there is a proper stock level for usage

• Coordinate with teaching and lab staff and ensure risk assessments are carried out and safety protocols are complied with

• Monitor budget utilisation and maintain expenditure records

• Maintain standards of safety and security within the assigned labs; conduct lab safety inspections to ensure all lab safety equipment are well-maintained

• Assist to review incident and accident reports and implement improvements to existing practices and safety culture

• Provide technical advice and support to teaching staff/specialists and students

• Any other duties assigned by the school

• Minimum 8 years of relevant experience, including some supervisory experience
• Strong scientific knowledge and technical experience in science lab processes and procedures to provide technical support for lab users
• Knowledge of preparing culture media and standardised chemicals used in lab analysis
• Knowledge of Health, Safety and Environmental legislation as applied to the lab environment
• Able to maintain, troubleshoot and calibrate technical equipment and instruments
• Good supervisory skills with ability to liaise well with others and delegate tasks fairly and effectively with an ability to develop job-holders to their fullest potential
• Able to adapt to different working environments (e.g. Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Research)
• Effective office management, accurate record-keeping skills, strong IT skills and communication skills
• A good team player and keen to support all levels of staff when required
• Strong organisation and time management skills and able to work on tight deadlines, prioritise multiple tasks and lead under pressure
• Able to handle emergencies and hazardous situations
• This is a 2-year contract (renewable)
• Able to commit from 1 March 2023