Senior Laboratory Technologist at Agri-Food and Veterinary Authority of Singapore in Perahu

Job Title: Senior Laboratory Technologist (Microbiology)

Organisation Agri-Food and Veterinary Authority of Singapore

Location VPHC. 10 Perahu Road, S718837

No. of Vacancies 1

The Agri-Food & Veterinary Authority is the national authority on food safety in Singapore dedicated to ensuring a resilient supply of safe food, safeguarding the health of animals and plants, and facilitating agri-trade for the well-being of the nation. Our core functions include ensuring food safety, ensuring resilience in food supply, safeguarding animal and plant health, safeguarding animal welfare, promoting agrotechnology, investing in research and development and protecting endangered wildlife.

Responsibilities;
The Lab Technologist will be performing the day-to-day laboratory analytical and general functions and contributes directly to the smooth operation of the Section. He/she has to carry out specific projects for the development of methods to provide support to the overall function of the Section. He/she will report directly to Head/Microbiology and indirectly to the Lead/Senior Scientist.

The job scope of the Lab Technologist includes:

• To implement the Section’s quality assurance programmes and laboratory bio-safety measures so as to ensure that all test results are accurate and consistent.

• To perform routine microbiological analysis for food samples to provide technical support for ‘export certification’ and ‘import control’ of food in line with national and international policies.

• To carryout specific duties and development projects assigned by Head/Microbiology.

• To be responsible for the day-to-day maintenance of equipment used and general cleanliness of work place.

• To provide assistance to training courses conducted by the Head/Microbiology.

Requirements;
• A Polytechnic Diploma in Biotechnology / Food science with minimum 1 year’s working experience in related fields.

• Knowledge of MS Office is required to generate reports and for updating database.

• Must have good written / oral communication skills.

How to Apply:
http://careers-gov-jobs.jobstreet.com.sg/jobs/jobdesc.asp?eid=1612&jid=91056616&did=4&type=0&its=0&src=8&itn=0

Deadline: 05/08/2013.