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Job Summary

The Laboratory Executive will serve as a central contact for Safety and Operations matter within National Initiative on RNA Biology & Its Applications (NIRBA) labs. This role will be responsible for maintaining lab facilities, ensuring the safety and compliance of lab activities, managing critical equipment, and supporting the needs of research teams. This position plays a pivotal role in ensuring both the operational efficiency and safety of NIRBA’s research environment. We are seeking a dedicated individual who can manage complex lab systems while fostering a culture of safety and compliance.

Operations Support

• Oversee designated NIRBA lab operations and facilities, ensuring smooth, uninterrupted operations.
• Serve as the primary contact for all equipment and facility issues; coordinate prompt repairs and maintenance.
• Manage cryostorage facilities, including tanks and freezers, schedule regular freezer defrosting, and maintain Temperature Monitoring System (TMS) contacts.
• Conduct regular upkeep and allocation of lab assets, ensuring facility integrity and functionality.
• Plan, assign, and oversee roster duties for lab personnel, and provide support for procurement activities as needed.

Safety Management

• Act as the Safety and Health Coordinator for designated labs, ensuring compliance with all NUS and legal safety regulations.
• Regularly update and maintain safety documents; monitor and assist with license applications, renewals, and terminations.
• Organize safety committee meetings, safety management reviews, and internal audits to prepare for external inspections.
• Conduct safety training sessions, coordinate safety drills, and promote a culture of safety within the lab community.
• Assist in investigating and documenting safety incidents, implementing corrective actions to prevent future occurrences.

Administrative Support

• Manage the PPMS software system for NIRBA, CSI, and N2CR core facilities, including invoicing and record-keeping.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned by management to support the lab’s operational and safety objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Engineering, or a related field; relevant certifications in lab safety or operations are a plus.
• Proven experience in lab operations, safety oversight, or facilities management, ideally within a research or academic environment.
• Strong organizational skills, with a proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to handle emergency situations calmly.
• Excellent communication skills to coordinate effectively with researchers, vendors, and external inspectors.

Job Description

The successful candidate is expected to teach a course on Current Topics in Health and Nutrition to undergraduate students. The appointment will be for the first half of Semester 2 of Academic Year 2024/2025.

Qualifications

PhD in a relevant field, proven track record of excellent achievement in teaching and supervision at undergraduate level. Strong communication skills, a capacity for high-quality research, a commitment to teaching excellence, and a team-oriented attitude.

Interested applicants are invited to apply directly at the NUS Career Portal. Your application will be processed only if you apply via NUS Career Portal.
We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Develop the next generation FPGA & SOC based artificial intelligent software Platform
2. Work closely with suppliers like Xilinx to support the FPGA/Linux software development in machine learning, computer vision, video coding and transmission and etc.
3. Work together with advance solution team to deliver AI platform into different customer applications

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Electrical Computer Engineering or Equivalent

PREFERRED SKILLS

- Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience with FPGA design, embedded Linux software development, or related

- Successful completed FPGA or embedded Linux designs from concept to production

- Familiarity with common processor interfaces (PCI-Express, DDR3/4, I2C, SPI, RS232, MDIO, XAUI, MIPI, etc.)

- Experience with Xilinx Vivado IDE including synthesis, simulation, place and route, timing closure

- Familiar with Vitis software platform is a plus

- Experienced with embedded Linux based BSP customization, software framework and application development

- Exposure to integration and debugging tools, such as oscilloscope, logic analyzers

ADDITIONAL NOTES

- Initiative able to work independently

Responsibilities:

• Conduct research on food trends, consumer preferences, and industry developments to enhance existing product quality and processes.
• Develop and test new product formulations considering taste, texture, nutrition, and shelf stability.
• Conduct R&D trials to produce samples for evaluation.
• Work closely with sales, production, and quality control teams to ensure product success.
• Stay current with food safety, labeling, and packaging regulations and standards.
• Document research findings, procedures, and product specifications.
• Occasionally travel on business trips to provide technical support and training to customers.
• Perform ad-hoc duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Diploma/Degree in Food Science or a related field.
• Minimum of 1 year of relevant experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong team player with a proactive approach and a positive attitude.
• Demonstrated creativity and innovative problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to travel overseas when necessary.
• Location: Pandan Loop (West)