Technologist (Innovation and Solutions Section) – Contract

You will work in the Environmental Health Institute, and be a part of Project Wolbachia - Singapore, an innovative project that aims to reduce the risk of dengue in Singapore. You will be working in the mosquito production facility.

We are looking for a committed individual to perform routine tasks and to support the planning and execution of various activities, especially in production process improvements and in experiments. Training will be provided. The outcomes are expected to contribute towards innovations and enhancing work efficiencies, which will in turn help improve public health.

The job might be for you if you possess the following qualities:

• Able to systematically perform routine workflow correctly with an eye for details
• Able to handle live mosquitoes
• Able to work after office-hours, weekends and public holidays, on occasions
• Interest in continuous process improvements and innovations
• Self-driven and able to work independently and as a team in a fast-paced working environment
• Physically fit to perform manual works
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Experience in fields of environmental science, engineering or life sciences will be advantageous
• Experience and skills in handling tools and equipment will be advantageous
• Computer literacy with good knowledge of Microsoft Office will be advantageous
• Experience working in a laboratory or insectary setting will be advantageous

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-TECHPLACE-II-BLK5008-AMK-AVE-5/Technologist--Innovation-and-Solutions-Section-_JR-10000031226