Job Description

What the role is:The Cosmetics Laboratory of Health Sciences Authority is seeking a Laboratory Officer to support the routine analytical testing on cosmetic products, perform calibration and the maintenance of HPLC, GC, and standard analytical instruments.

• Conduct routine analysis using HPLC, GC, ICPMS, and standard analytical techniques, independently.
• Ensure smooth laboratory operations by diligently performing assigned duties, including the operation, maintenance and calibration of assigned analytical instruments.
• Manage the documentation in accordance to ISO/IEC17025 quality management systems requirements
• Prepare standards operating procedure for instruments, testing methods, and relevant documents relating to analytical testing
• Participate in proficiency testing programmes and support relevant quality assurance initiatives and activities.
• Maintain good laboratory safety practices and ensure laboratory cleanliness and safety.
• Participate in method development, work improvement and R&D projects.
• Assist in administrative duties to support laboratory operations.

Job Requirements

• Background in Chemistry or Life Sciences, or other relevant disciplines.
• At least 1 year laboratory experience in chemical analysis is preferred.
• Experience in analytical method development and validation is preferred
• Experience with techniques in the fields of cosmetics will be an advantage
• Experience or knowledge of the ISO/IEC17025 quality management system requirements is preferred.
• Working knowledge of general laboratory housekeeping and laboratory safety practices preferred.
• Good organisation skills and able to multitask and deliver good quality results in a timely and meticulous manner.
• Team player with effective communication and good interpersonal skills.

The successful candidate would be offered a 1-year contract on the onset, with option to further renew for 1 more year.Shortlisted candidates would be contacted within 30 days from the closing date of the advertisement. We regret that only shortlisted candidates would be notified.About Health Sciences Authority:The Health Sciences Authority (HSA) applies medical, pharmaceutical and scientific expertise through its three professional groups, Health Products Regulation, Blood Services and Applied Sciences, to protect and advance national health and safety. HSA is a multidisciplinary authority. It serves as the national regulator for health products, ensuring they are wisely regulated to meet standards of safety, quality and efficacy. As the national blood service, it is responsible for providing a safe and adequate blood supply. It also applies specialised scientific, forensic, investigative and analytical capabilities in serving the administration of justice. For more details, visit http://www.hsa.gov.sg/. For more updates on public health and safety matters, follow us on Twitter at www.twitter.com/HSAsg and LinkedIn at https://sg.linkedin.com/company/health-sciences-authority.

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