Your main responsibility is to support the Ministry’s mission to protect public health by ensuring national safety and security in the handling of biological agents and toxins. You will be working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment that would require the ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders at the same time.

You will need to administer the Biological Agents and Toxins Act, perform enforcement operations, participate in the formulation and implementation of biosafety and biosecurity related policies, and to provide secretariat support to professional and/or inter-agency/government committees.

Candidate with minimally a bachelor’s degree in biomedical sciences, microbiology, or equivalent discipline, with 2-5 years working experience in a bio-laboratory (preferably laboratory handling infectious agents). Knowledge and experience in biosafety, biosecurity, molecular biology, microbial genetics, genetic manipulation techniques, and biosafety-related legislation and regulations (e.g. Biological Agents and Toxins Act) will be added advantage. The candidate shall be able to communicate effectively (verbally and in writing), able to multi-task, work independently or as a team (i.e. work well with colleagues and external stakeholders) and is judicious with integrity. The candidate shall be resourceful, with good time management skills and be able to analyse and solve problems systematically. Ideal candidate should also possess the following key competencies: • Thinking Clearly & Making Sound Judgements – Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities to support the crafting of sound policy recommendations; ability to grasp timelines, operating context and ground realities. • Learning & Putting Skills into Action - Possesses the drive and curiosity to learn and apply new skills, knowledge and new ways of working. • Improving & Innovating – Ability to seek continual improvements, and to innovate and experiment while managing the risks involved. • Working Effectively with Stakeholders – Ability to mobilise and rally partners and stakeholders towards a collective purpose. As part of the shortlisting process for this role, candidates may be required to complete a medical declaration and/or undergo further assessment.

The Ministry of Health’s (MOH) vision is to champion a healthy nation with our people – to live well, live long and with peace of mind. As an open country constantly exposed to an interconnected world, Singapore faces complex issues in public healthcare. MOH constantly grapples with new challenges brought on by an increasingly globalised world, a rapidly ageing population and rising expectations. MOH’s responses to these challenges include preventing and managing the outbreak of diseases such as SARS and Influenza A (H1N1), designing a healthcare system that delivers care in an integrated and effective manner, growing the capacity and capabilities within the sector, and managing healthcare inflation. As an MOH officer, you will be involved in formulating and implementing policies that guide Singapore’s healthcare ecosystem. You will work alongside a team with varied skills and backgrounds, but with the common goals of (i) promoting good health and reducing illnesses; (ii) ensuring that Singaporeans have access to good and affordable healthcare; and (iii) pursuing medical excellence. Your work will have far-reaching impact on the health and lives of Singaporeans.