Total 2 technician job vacancies in Science / R&D / Research category in D04 Harbourfront,Telok Blangah, Sentosa Island

Designation: Primary Science Technician

Department: Early Years and Primary School

Grades: SK - Grade 6

Reports to: Vice-Principal

Works collaboratively with: Teachers, PYP Coordinators

Assigns task to / supervises: None

KEY ACCOUNTABILITY (Main purpose of this job):

The Primary School Science Technician will support teachers in all aspects of science teaching with the PYP. This includes organising and maintaining resources and providing in-class support working with teachers and students where required.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

General Responsibilities

• Assist and guide students by demonstrating appropriate support, patience, kindness and caring
• Develop students’ self-esteem and positive self-concept
• Supervise, observe and encourage positive student behavior in a developmentally appropriate way, and in keeping with the values of our school
• Model the CIS values of Excellence, Respect, Collaboration, Creativity, Curiosity, and Generosity
• Abide by the dress code of the school
• Attend professional learning and training sessions when required by the school

Science Specific Responsibilities

Science Resource Organisation

• Source, purchase, and catalogue resources
• Compile orders and liaise with suppliers and finance departments as/when required
• Manage a booking system for teachers and ensure the availability of suitable resources
• Coordinate the preparation of resources for lessons, including liaising with the coordinator, teaching staff and support staff
• Maintain an accurate inventory of resources to ensure that stock levels are maintained, resources are returned in working order and future requirements are identified
• Provide general assistance in the safe storage, transit and accessibility of resources in line with current health and safety guidelines

PYP Science laboratory

• Keeping the laboratory neat and tidy and equipment and resources stored
• Working with students on individual or class projects

In-class support

• Trial practical activities/experiments to troubleshoot potential challenges
• Support and assist teachers during practical activities
• Work with students on individual projects in class

REQUIREMENTS & EXPERIENCE:

• Post secondary education and or certification in an education-related field
• Prior experience working in an educational setting preferred

COMPETENCIES:

• Culturally competent and able to work with culturally diverse staff and students in a bilingual and multilingual setting
• Service-oriented
• Enjoys interacting with students, and teachers
• Ability to work collaboratively with students and teachers
• Comfortable operating and setting up basic equipment and ensuring students follow safeguarding procedures
• Problem solver
• Tech savvy. Able to confidently use of Google Suite applications (e.g Doc, Sheets, Forms) and databases
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrated initiative and organizational skills, with attention to detail
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to safely manage and move equipment weighing up to 20 kg, with reasonable accommodations provided as necessary.

Key Responsibilities:

Machine Operation and Maintenance

• Safely set up, adjust, and operate a range of textile machines, including single jersey knitting machines, carding, yarn spinning equipment, yarn melting machines, woven machines, and other lab-scale instruments.
• Conduct routine maintenance tasks on machines and testing lab equipment, such as troubleshooting, coordinating with vendors for repairs, and scheduling regular maintenance.
• Basic understanding of electrical parts repair and troubleshooting is beneficial.

Quality Control and Testing

• Utilize measurement devices to ensure accurate production and conduct standard quality testing procedures on yarns, fabrics, non-woven materials, and membranes.
• Familiarity with general laboratory equipment like hotplates and hot-press machines is advantageous.

Adaptability and Documentation

• Quickly adapt to new equipment and processes, as well as evolving measuring procedures.
• Maintain meticulous records in the laboratory journal, documenting sample preparation conditions and testing results accurately.

Safety and Compliance

• Implement and adhere to all safety protocols and regulations within the laboratory environment.
• Attend regular safety training sessions, maintain safety records, and uphold safe working conditions.
• Ability to lift up feeders with polymers, containers and other parts of machinery up to 10-15 kg weight is necessary.

Job Requirements:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Experience working with textile manufacturing machinery is preferred but not mandatory.
• Strong willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and processes.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively within a team.

Additional Information:

• This position may require occasional travel for education and training purposes.

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