Senior Technical Specialist (natural Sciences And Science Education) [nie]

Singapore, Singapore

Job Description


ABOUT THE NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF EDUCATION (NIE)The National Institute of Education (NIE), Singapore, is Singapore\xe2\x80\x99s national teacher education institute and we are proud to be an integral part of the nation\xe2\x80\x99s education service. We play a key role in the preparation of teachers and in the provision of teacher professional and school leadership development programmes. We are committed to our vision of being An Institute of Distinction: Leading the Future of Education and our mission to Inspire Learning, Transform Teaching and Advance Research. Read more about NIE .NIE invites applications for Senior Technical Specialist position in the Natural Sciences and Science Education (NSSE) Department. This is a 2-year contract position.ResponsibilitiesThe key role of the Senior Technical Specialist is to take care of different aspects of the teaching laboratories, thereby ensuring the smooth and efficient running of laboratory operations, including the safety of laboratory users.Key responsibilities are:

  • Provide technical support for pre-service and post-graduate, in-service 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 usage.
  • Plan and budget for the assigned Physics 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 Physics 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 University Degree (Physics/Biology Technology/Engineering).
  • 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 multi-task, work independently and effectively in a team.
  • Hard working, self-disciplined, responsible, and committed.
Closing DateThe closing date of the advertisement is 24 October 2024. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.Other InformationNIE staff can take chartered buses at their own expense from or near their homes to the NIE campus. This is subject to availability of seats.Hiring Institution: NIE

Nanyang Technological University

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1470640
  • Industry
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  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Singapore, Singapore
  • Education
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