Laboratory Technician for the Faculty of Science and Technology

Application Deadline:  2024-12-26

(Reference No.: FST/LT/12/2024)

Administrative Staff

The Faculty of Science and Technology (FST) of University of Macau invites applications for the position of Laboratory Technician (equivalent to Senior Administrative Assistant/Administrative Assistant) at a taxable monthly salary ranging from MOP25,380 to MOP43,240 (index 270 – 460).

Responsibilities

1. Be responsible for the operation, management and safety of laboratories, take care of the chemical inventory, tools, experiment instruments, laboratory facilities, etc;
2. Inspect and evaluate workplace environment, equipment, chemical storage, chemical waste and practices to ensure compliance with University safety standard and/or government regulations;
3. Assist in the preparation for teaching experiments, provide technical assistance and address any issues arising during and after experiment classes;
4. Provide support to various science projects and other activities that take place in laboratories;
5. Maintain precise records of laboratory equipment and chemical inventory to ensure proper utilization;
6. Coordinate procurement of equipment and consumables, including chemicals for laboratory operations;
7. Assist in maintenance, planning, purchasing and upgrading the laboratory equipment in accordance with the necessity of the laboratories;
8. Ensure compliance with local regulatory requirements and international best practices, and identify areas of continuous improvement;
9. Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

1. Bachelor’s degree or above in Ocean Science, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Chemistry or equivalent, Master’s degree is preferable;
2. Minimum 2 years and 4 years of full-time working experience for the rank of Administrative Assistant and Senior Administrative Assistant respectively, preferably with laboratory working experience;
3. Knowledge about chemical management and laboratory safety protocols is preferable;
4. Recognized safety related certifications or professional qualification is preferable;
5. Good command of both written and spoken English and Chinese (Mandarin and Cantonese);
6. Highly motivated, good communication skills, strong sense of responsibility and the ability to work independently.

Application Procedure
Applicants should visit https://career.admo.um.edu.mo/ for more details, and apply ONLINE with a cover letter and CV stating his/her qualification. Review of applications will commence immediately and continue until the position is filled. Applicants may consider their applications not successful if they are not invited for an interview within 3 months of application.

Human Resources Section, Office of Administration
University of Macau, Av. da Universidade, Taipa, Macau, China
Website: https://career.admo.um.edu.mo/;  Email: vacancy@um.edu.mo
Tel: +853 8822 8589;  Fax: +853 8822 2412

The University of Macau reserves the right not to appoint a candidate.

***Personal data provided by applicants will be kept confidential and used for recruitment purpose only***
** Under the equal condition of qualifications and experience, priority will be given to Macao permanent residents**