Lab Technician

Duties and Responsibilities - Assists in the day -to-day operations of school laboratories. - Setting up lab equipment as specified by Science teachers. - Set up a test apparatus and conducts test units following methods, procedures, standards, and sequences. - Prepare chemical solutions, reagents and ensure the laboratories are stocked with necessary supplies. - Securing the safety of the laboratories by cleaning up any spills, washing the apparatus and keep reagents and equipment in designated place after practical sessions end. - Assist teachers in conducting experiment, if and when instructed. - Assist students in carrying out experiments, if and when necessary, under the guidance of the teacher. - Prepare of laboratory materials required by teachers. - Maintaining general tidiness and organization of the laboratories at the end of each workday. - Conduct maintenance and cleaning of laboratory equipment. - Practice all health and safety procedures, policies, and practices. - Practice excellent housekeeping. - Maintain a clean and organized work area. - Undertake basic administrative tasks such as ordering supplies, running errands, filing documents, and updating databases. - Labeling, organizing and storing of chemicals and materials with awareness of safety issues, and inventoried periodically. - Storage and disposal of chemical, chemical compounds and waste materials in safe manner. - Cleaning and storing of glassware. - Ensure all laboratory equipment are in good working condition, clean, store in a safe manner and inventoried periodically. - Responsible for preparing the orders for chemicals in consultation with the teachers, and submitting orders to the Purchasing Department. - Responsible for checking the orders upon delivery to ensure orders are complete and in good condition. - Participates in curriculum and staff development opportunities as required. - Assist with school activities and events as directed by the Principal.
Operating since 1993, Melaka International School was the brainchild of Allahyarham the late, Dr Mohamed Ishak Syed Ahmed and his wife Mrs Shamsunnisa Ishak. Established with the support of the State Economic Development Corporation and The Melaka Foundation, Melaka International School was modelled on the British school system with a vision to create successful individuals who proudly hail from an educational institution in the historic state of Melaka. Taking a global perspective through 21st century learning, Melaka International School believes that every student is a unique individual deemed for success. MIS accepts students from the ages of 4 to 18 (Kindergarten, Primary, Secondary & A-Level). Licensed by the Ministry of Education of Malaysia, and certified by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA), Melaka International School’s students and faculty members come from more than 15 countries across the globe. Our culture of embracing diversity has made the school a close-knit family of learners who are eager to share, support and understand one another better.
Diploma / Advanced Diploma / Higher Graduate Diploma / DVM / DKM Level 4 / DLKM Level 5