Executive Scientific Officer/Snr Scientific Officer (Radiation Services Branch)

National Environment Agency

Permanent

Closing on 24 Sep 2025

What the role is

As a Scientific Officer of Radiation Services Branch (RSB) within the Radiation Monitoring and Services Division, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the safety and well-being of radiation workers. You will be part of a dynamic team, managing multiple priorities to deliver timely and high-quality personal dose monitoring services.
Your role is to manage and execute multiple priorities to ensure our radiation workers receive timely dose monitoring and quality service.

What you will be working on

Key responsibilities:

1) Technical Leadership & Service Management

Lead a team of technical officers and external vendors assisting with the processes, to provide personal dose monitoring for radiation workers
Oversee and manage external vendors providing dosimetry services
Develop and maintain the National Dose Registry system for comprehensive radiation exposure monitoring
Keep abreast on technological advancements and evolving dosimetry requirements to enhance safety of radiation workers

2) Laboratory Operations

Ensure proper calibration and maintenance of equipment to uphold accuracy and reliability of dose measurements
Participate in and perform inter-laboratory comparison tests to maintain high standards
Plan and prepare for potential expansion into whole body dose measurement capabilities
Be prepared to undertake other duties as required by organizational needs

3) Quality & Systems Management

Establish and maintain standard operating procedures for all dosimetry services
Ensure compliance with international standards and best practices in radiation protection
Keep updated on developments in quality management systems, including:
ISO/IEC 17025 requirements for testing and calibration laboratories
International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) quality standards for dosimetry services
Emerging quality assurance protocols and best practices
Dosimetry laboratory quality control

4) Stakeholder Management

Liaise with external vendors, regulatory bodies, and stakeholders to ensure seamless service delivery
Coordinate with internal departments for cross-functional projects
Manage customer relationships and provide technical consultation and support to stakeholders

What we are looking for

This role might be for you if you possess the following:

Degree in Science (Chemistry) or equivalent
At least 2 years of relevant working experience in a laboratory and/or in radiation protection, dosimetry, or radiochemistry will be an advantage
Knowledge of radiation protection, regulatory and ISO 17025 requirements, database management systems and digital platforms will be beneficial
Strong project management skills with ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Experience in vendor management and stakeholder engagement preferred
Possess effective scientific communication and good interpersonal skills to effectively convey complex information and collaborate with various stakeholders
Able to work effectively under tight deadlines, adaptive to changes and possess a positive work attitude
Highly motivated, meticulous, and takes initiative in your work
Have a passion for innovative and enjoy working across diverse teams

As part of the shortlisting process for this role, you may be required to complete a medical declaration and/or undergo further assessment.

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

This job is closing on 24 Sep 2025.

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.