Laboratory Technologist/ Executive (Dept of Materials Science and Engineering)

National University of Singapore

Singapore

SGD 60,000 - 80,000

Job description

Location: COLLEGE OF DESIGN & ENG, Kent Ridge Campus, SG

Company: National University of Singapore

To perform safety-related work such as:
(a) Conduct safety training / briefing for personnel who need to work in the cleanroom;
(b) Carry out periodic emergency response drills to familiarize personnel with standard evacuation and response procedures;
(c) Carry out periodic inspections of safety facilities such as eyewash & shower, chemical spill absorbent, fire extinguisher, etc.;
(d) Monitor users’ activities on CCTV for any irregularities.
To respond to an emergency call during and after office hours. The emergencies can include a building fire alarm, a fab evacuation alarm, a hazardous material spill, a leak, or a medical emergency situation.
To assess the situation and discuss a coordinated response plan with both the Safety Manager and Lab Manager based on the Emergency Response Plan (ERP).
To be on standby/on-site for ad-hoc/extended hours lab operations requests.
To learn and understand the chemistry for each individual tool and new projects to ensure industrial hygiene for the lab and users are met.
To follow up, understand changes, and assess the safety aspects for tool continuous improvement processes (CIP).
To liaise with suppliers for maintenance/procurement of ERT equipment/supplies.
To perform risk assessments for the research activities related to E5 Cleanroom processes and equipment.
Support the development and implementation of Safety & Health Management System for AMAT-NUS Corp Lab conducting materials research.
To support safety audits.
Any other duties as assigned.

Diploma/Degree knowledge and demonstrated experience in laboratory safety management.
Awareness of local safety regulations and experience in developing and implementing Workplace Safety & Health Management Systems and Programmes.
Understanding of the scientific and safety-related issues of materials research protocols and ability to review the risk assessments of such protocols.
Knowledge and understanding of material safety principles, policies, and procedures.
Effective communication (verbal and technical writing) skills, excellent customer service skills with attention to detail.
Well-versed in Microsoft Office and good documentation control. IT application knowledge will be an advantage.

Location: Kent Ridge Campus

Organization: College of Design and Engineering

Department: Materials Science and Engineering