Job Description

To apply for this role, please submit an application via the College portal.

https://www.uwcsea.edu.sg/uwcsea-careers/educational-support-roles/posts-educational-suppor-role-default-page/~board/educational-support-roles/post/science-technician-1754278995537

UWCSEA Dover is looking for one full time Science Technician to start from September/October 2025.

Reporting to the Heads of Subject and the Head of High School Science, the successful candidate will provide technical support in the College's Science Department by preparing, delivering, and maintaining experimental setups, and by managing the safe operating procedures of all equipment and materials. This will ensure the best possible experience of practical science for students and support teachers in their roles.

Main Responsibilities

Work with the Heads of Subject to:

Coordinate the use of practical resources and printed materials, provide assistance and advice to staff and students in meeting the requirements of all curricular and extracurricular activities, including field trips. Procure, prepare, deliver, and maintain the experimental setups and printed materials in each laboratory before each lesson and clear upon completion. Complete the required procedures with internal and external departments and contractors to ensure provision of services and supplies (e.g. Facilities, Mail, Purchasing, Printing & Supplies). Clean equipment thoroughly, including washing glassware and checking its safe operation, completing repair activities where possible or organising replacement services, maintenance, replacement and safe disposal of equipment making sure adequate equipment is available. Support sustainability in the planning, organisation, and execution of job duties.
Work with the Science Risk Specialist to:

To comply with regulations of government bodies such as NEA, SCDF, & SPF to maintain the licence. Maintain a high level of safety standards and keep up to date with current procedures and practices, including health and safety requirements, through continuing professional development. To develop risk assessments, trialling and developing practical protocols for curricular and extracurricular activities, including field trips.
Person Specifications

Qualification:

Minimum of Diploma in Science related discipline preferred. Candidate without a diploma but possess relevant working experience are encouraged to apply.
Experience:

3 Years experience of working in a relevant discipline within laboratory or similar environment 3 Years experience of working in an international/local education setting 3 Years working knowledge of relevant laboratory safety policies and procedures
Skills and Qualities:

A team player with good communication and interpersonal skills Able to work independently and as a team Working knowledge of Mac platform, MS Office and Google Workplace Tool Commitment to the highest standards of child protection and safeguarding Excellent organisational and time management skills An enquiring mind, with willingness to learn and develop new skills.
Application

Apply via our job portal by Monday, 18 August 2024 23:59 Singapore Time

The UWC Mission is to make education a force to unite people, nations and culture for peace and a sustainable future. We are committed to creating a community in which all members feel safe and secure, and know that their authentic selves and individual differences are accepted with respect and care. At UWCSEA, we acknowledge that diversity, equity, inclusion and justice (DEIJ) is an ongoing and evolving process and strive to create and sustain a sense of belonging for all members of our community, past, present and future. All qualified applicants, including those who identify as a part of marginalized group(s) and individuals with (dis)abilities are all encouraged to apply. Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all the students in our care and expects all applicants to share this commitment. We follow safe recruitment practices and all appointments are subject to interview, satisfactory references, identity and criminal record checks.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From $2,800.00 per month

Benefits:

Free parking Health insurance Professional development
Supplemental Pay:

13th month salary
Work Location: In person

Application Deadline: 16/07/2021
Expected Start Date: 01/08/2021