Technical Officer - Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering

Department: Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering

Job Posting Details

The Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering is seeking a highly motivated and capable individual to join our team as a Technical Officer.

Key responsibilities include:

- Manage and maintain essential scientific equipment to ensure smooth operations for both research and teaching activities. Knowledge and experience in analytical instruments such as ICPMS, AFM, GC, HPLC and FT-IR spectrometer is a plus.
- Provide high-quality technical support including training sessions for students and staff on the proper and effective operation of specialized research equipment.
- Enforce and audit rigorous laboratory safety protocols. Ensure adherence to best practices and institutional guidelines in all daily lab operations.
- Manage the procurement of laboratory supplies, consumables, and new equipment.
- Facilitate laboratory courses.
- Undertake additional ad-hoc duties and support broader departmental initiatives as assigned.

Requirements:

Applicants should possess a bachelor’s degree or above in chemical engineering, chemistry, bioengineering, or a related multidisciplinary field, ideally complemented by at least two years of relevant professional experience. Candidates must demonstrate strong technical skills and in-depth, hands-on knowledge of laboratory equipment. The ideal candidate should have a strong sense of responsibility, be self-initiative, detail-oriented and capable of managing multiple tasks under pressure. He/She should have good communication skills, a strong commitment to teamwork, and the ability to interface effectively with faculty, students, other units and external vendors. (Duration: 2 years)

Starting salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.  Fringe benefits including annual leave, medical and dental benefits will be provided.  A gratuity will be payable upon successful completion of contract.

Please apply on or before: 16 November 2026 .

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