Lab Technician

JOB TITLE: LAB TECHNICIAN

Lab Technician links to: Science Learning Area Leader, Senior Lab Technician 

WHO ARE WE?

Nexus is an empowering, learning-focused community. We are one big family, striving to create an honest and open community with our learners, parents and peers. We believe that we have something unique and special here, we are proud to be different in the way we work; and how we teach and learn.

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

At Nexus, we do things differently. Each member of staff is valued and recognised as a unique individual collaborating as part of a supportive community, to elevate one another with innovative ideas. Our strategies emerge from the collective positive mindsets of our colleagues.  You will experience high levels of ownership and empowerment in your role.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Lab Technician is expected to support and assist the science department in the management of resources and in the preparation of science experiments in the science laboratories. The Lab Technician will be expected to specifically develop and maintain effective working relationships with the Secondary science teachers, learners and suppliers and external agencies.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To include, but not be limited to:

• Keeping an up to date inventory of equipment and resources and regularly updating it

• Organising ordering of equipment and maintaining adequate stocks of basic items

• Keeping records of recipes, successful experiments, etc. for future use cross-indexed to each grade level.

• Preparing apparatus and reagents and worksheets in advance of classes, trialing and checking working of reactions etc before lessons

• Ensuring laboratories are safe, hygienic and secure

• Checking gas and fire equipment regularly and keeping written record

• Preparing and trying out experiments for practical examinations. Being available to assist during such exams

• Setting up and maintaining a spillages kit in each lab and a basic first aid kit in prep lab

• Setting out and clearing up equipment promptly and safely before start and upon completion of lessons

• Cleaning equipment thoroughly, including washing glassware and checking its safe operation, organising maintenance and repair of equipment making sure spares are available (batteries, bulbs etc)

• Dating chemicals upon arrival and ensuring proper storage. Checking stock regularly both in labs and prep room and restocking and organising reorder as necessary

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

A relevant degree

Higher degree or recognised professional qualification (preferred)

Evidence of continued relevant professional development

Experience in working in a laboratory setting (at least 2 years)

Experience in an international school environment (preferred)

Possess reasonable IT skills and knowledge, for example Microsoft (MS) Applications such as Excel and Word

Inclusive, resilient, flexible and adaptable

High standards and expectations

Communicate effectively in Standard English both orally and in writing

Nexus International School (Singapore) is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our children and families. Nexus endorses the Convention on the Rights of the Child, which Singapore ratified on 11 December 2008, and establishes a clear policy and guidelines to protect our learners from maltreatment by any person or persons who come in contact with them in any environment.

Nexus International School (Singapore)  is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills and experiences within our school.

Whilst every effort has been made to explain the main duties and responsibilities the role may be revised from time to time.