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.
Technologist (Mosquito Production Branch) – Contract
National Environment Agency
Fixed TermsClosed
What the role is
What you will be working on
We are looking for a committed individual to support routine operations for large-scale production of male Wolbachia-Aedes mosquitoes. Training will be provided. The outcomes are expected to contribute towards improving public health
What we are looking for
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 mosquitoes of different life stages (e.g. larvae and pupae)
- Able to work after office-hours, weekends and public holidays, on occasions
- Self-driven and able to work independently and as a team in a fast-paced working environment
- Physically fit to perform manual work
- Good interpersonal and communication skills
- 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.
About National Environment Agency
The National Environment Agency (NEA) is the leading public organisation responsible for ensuring a clean and sustainable environment for Singapore. Its key roles are to improve and sustain a clean environment, promote sustainability and resource efficiency, maintain high public health standards, provide timely and reliable meteorological information, and encourage a vibrant hawker culture. NEA works closely with its partners and the community to develop and spearhead environmental and public health initiatives and programmes. It is committed to motivating every individual to care for the environment as a way of life, in order to build a liveable and sustainable Singapore for present and future generations.
For more information, visit www.nea.gov.sg
About your application process
If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the job ad closing date, we seek your understanding that it is likely that we are not moving forward with your application for this role. We thank you for your interest and would like to assure you that this does not affect your other job applications with the Public Service. We encourage you to explore and apply for other roles within National Environment Agency or the wider Public Service.