Total 5 front desk officer job vacancies in Science / R&D / Research category in d19 serangoon garden hougang sengkang punggol

Location: Jurong West

Requirements:

• Diploma in Science or its equivalent
• At least 1 year of experience supporting school operations.
• Preferred experience as a lab assistant in science laboratory school environment.
• Experience in creating digital resources such as presentations and videos according to Science Experiential Learning Experiences using powerpoint.

Scope of works:

• Preparation of resources / materials for Science laboratory activities and enrichment programme.
• Label and keep records of teachers’ desk copies, reference books, lab apparatus and chemicals
• Pack and organise the resources in the Science Rooms.
• Ensure lab equipment, materials and specimens are in good working conditions.
• Conduct stock-take at least twice a year and Maintain a stock book.
• Ensure safety of pupils in the Science rooms. Report any incident to Science HOD.

Working hrs: Mon to Fri (1000AM to 0400PM)

Location: Goodman Road

Requirements:

• At least 1 year of experience supporting school operations.
• Preferred experience as a cleaner in science laboratory settings.

Scope of works:

• Sweep and mop laboratory floors.
• Empty trash bins and broken glassware containers.
• Clean benches, sinks, and refill hand soap, disinfectants, and paper towels.
• Wash glassware (beakers, cylinders, bottles, etc.) under a technician's guidance.
• Replicate experimental setups after demonstration.
• Weigh chemicals, prepare solutions, and set up equipment.
• Distribute and replenish materials during practical lessons.

Working hrs: Mon to Fri (0730AM to 0415PM)

Location: Punggol

Requirements:

• Must have a GCE “N” level qualification.
• Proficient in MS Office.
• At least 3 years of school experience.

Preferred Soft Skills:

• Team player with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to multitask and work independently.
• Takes initiative in completing tasks.

Scope of works:

• Oanage and maintain inventory of science equipment and materials.
• Oversee housekeeping in laboratories and preparation rooms.
• Assist teachers in preparing materials for laboratory and E2K lessons.
• Support science teachers during laboratory lessons.
• Create manipulatives for teaching science.
• Help conduct science activities during recess, as needed.
• Care for school animals (birds, frogs, stick insects) and their enclosures.
• Water and care for plants in Eco, Butterfly, Rooftop, and Community In Nature (CIN) Gardens on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.

Working hrs: Mon to Fri (0800AM to 0515PM)

Location: Serangoon

Requirements:

• Primery education
• Able to handle chemicals, including acids and bases.
• Knowledge of laboratory safety protocols.
• Prior experience in a science laboratory, preferably in a junior college.

Scope of works:

• Open and lock doors and windows of laboratories for safety and security.
• Maintain cleanliness of equipment and workspaces.
• Ensure general cleanliness of school premises.
• Assist in preparing apparatus, equipment, and chemical reagents for science practical lessons.
• Clean and maintain basic science laboratory apparatus and materials.

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.

Job Description

As a Senior Scientific Officer, you will be tasked but not limited to planning and executing the grant-making process, annual budgeting, exploring funding opportunities, and managing documents and deadlines. You will need to provide consultation and administrative support to Programmatic Theme Leads, Principal Investigators and other faculty on operational and grant related matters. You will serve as liaison with NUS research offices, Office of Legal Affairs, Industry Liaison Office and external funding agencies on issues of intellectual property, project and research collaboration agreements, MTAs, NDAs, etc. You will also be working closely with the Outreach, HR and Finance department on grant administrative and research events.

Duties and Responsibilities

Research Grant Management and Coordination

• Assist with grant applications and managing the review process with proper documentation on IRB/ DSRB, IACUC ethics/safety & risk protocols, regular progress/ appraisal/ other research regulatory requirements
• Promote the development of external funding strategies for research, academic projects, and institutional priorities
• Provide resources and assistance to faculty, staff, and administrators in searching for external funding opportunities, budget preparation and updating biosketches of Principal Investigators
• Assist with preparation and submission of requests for external funding, including grants, sub-awards, and contracts
• Ensure that policies and procedures for compliance with research-related regulations are up-to-date and reviewed regularly.
• Provide bibliometrics on research grants as required

Research Program & Project Management

• Provide strategic input for the development of proposals for project and budgeting
• Develop, manage, and evaluate research themes through direct collaboration with Principal Investigators, clinicians and Theme Leads to strengthen the strategy for each of the projects and coordinate these toward building a cohesive program
• Coordinate the development and maintenance of effective research themes group communication systems
• Preparation of budgets for research grants, virements and tracking of grants
• Planning and scheduling of research meetings, writing meeting minutes and coordinating research/other meetings as well as following up decisions made and other necessary actions as required
• Ensure good and tidy document housekeeping and timely correspondence:
  Maintain letters of award, approvals, amendments, etc.
  Maintain grants data and progress reports

Qualifications

• At least PhD in Life Sciences, Medicine, or related field
• Preference will be given to candidates with experience in:
  Science Project Management
  Research Grant Management or Administrative
  Scientific legal matters e.g., MTA, service agreements, RCA, patent filing etc.
• Able to work independently, effectively and a good team player
• Proactive, meticulous, analytical, resourceful and organized
• Demonstrated ability to deliver results to the appropriate quality and timeline metrics.
• Excellent writing and reporting ability
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Suite (including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, and Teams), Adobe and Zoom applications