Laboratory Scientist

Job Responsibilities

**Administrative duties**
- Part of the Research lab team, responsible for the efficient and smooth running of the facility and in maintenance, adjustment or calibration of lab instruments under his/her care.
- Responsible for the efficient and smooth running of the Tissue Culture Facility.
- Check and receive goods delivered to Research Lab - for researchers and departmental stock.
- ISO/IEC 17025 and SAMM Requirements - Implementation, maintenance and improvement of the management system, understand well on the safety, rules and regulations in the IMU research laboratory.
- Secretary for departmental meeting (as per duty roster).
- In collaboration with faculty and students, maintain lab safety and compliance of laboratory with local regulations.
- Undertake any other work/task required by superior from time to time (dispensing item from Central Stock Room, receiving deliveries on behalf of lab user.)

**Technical duties**
- Operate research instruments including but not limited to CO2 incubators, microscopes and imaging systems, microplate washers, automated liquid handling system, biosafety cabinet and water system.
- Provide routine maintenance of research equipment including but not limited to CO2 incubators, including the J-size CO2 cylinders (heavy duty) and general instruments assigned to him/her.
- Oversee cryopreservation and cell bank facilities - maintain the liquid nitrogen level.
- Management of Cell bank - including cell culture and microbial cultures.
- Involve in the commercialization of testing services
- as lab analyst particularly in microbiology and molecular biology tests This include development of test method and performing the test as per requirement of ISO 17025 and SAMM.

**Promote safe attitudes and work practices**
- Ensure compliance with all OSHA Policies, ISO 45001 and related procedures.
- Ensure all lab users understand well on the safety, rules and regulations and perform duties in a manner that is not hazardous to them or other employees.
- Report all accidents, near misses and unsafe work practices / hazards to Superior or HOD or Safety Officer.

**Other tasks from superior/HOD**
- To undertake/lead any other work/tasks/project required by the supervisor, Head of Research Lab and Director of IRDI or his deputy.

Job Requirements
- Must posses as least a Bachelor Degree in Biotechnology/ Biochemistry/ Biomedical Sciences or related field with emphasis on microbiology and molecular biology.
- Has experience in the management of Cell culture facility, cell bank and handling of research equipment.
- Familiar with cell culture techniques, microbiology and molecular biology techniques.
- Able to work in an environment with exposure to chemicals including the handling of chemicals and clinical waste.
- Knowledge the principles of laboratory quality management system such as an ISO 17025 and ISO 15189 is an advantage.
- Proficiency in English and a dedicated team player.