You will grow your career at NEA’s Environmental Health Institute (EHI), where you will design and execute field and laboratory research to better understand pollutant exposures and associated public health risk and develop effective mitigation measures. You will use field sampling, laboratory chemical analysis, and data analytics to investigate environmental pollutants.
Through experimental research and reviewing of available literature and regulatory guidelines, you will provide science-based advice to inform decision-making, and work with stakeholders to translate scientific findings into policy and operations.
As a member of the NEA/EHI family, you will have numerous opportunities for personal development, not only in science, but also in other areas such as leadership, management and communication. You will also have ample opportunities to work with the industry as well as international and local scientific experts.
Job requirements:
- Excellent knowledge of environmental analytical chemistry and management of emerging pollutants; experience in conducting research on environmental pollutants in various environmental matrices, including field sampling techniques and design of field monitoring studies
- Good working knowledge on laboratory analysis techniques including the use of liquid/gas chromatography-mass spectrometry; and inductively-coupled plasma-mass spectrometry systems
- Experience in data analysis/statistical analysis
- Keen interest in public health and research
- Capacity for system thinking and inclination for trans-disciplinary science
- Able to work independently in a fast-paced environment
- Meticulous and analytical, with good communication and interpersonal skills
Applicants will be updated on the status of their applications within 4 weeks of the closing date of this job posting.
As part of the shortlisting process for this role, you may be required to complete a medical declaration and/or undergo further assessment.
To apply, please proceed to Careers@Gov at https://sggovterp.wd102.myworkdayjobs.com/PublicServiceCareers/job/NEA-BIOPOLIS-HELIOS/Snr-Principal-Principal-Snr-Research-Officer--Chemical-Assessment---Toxicology-_JR-10000031496
