Bangkok Patana School is seeking to recruit an experienced full-time Science Technician – Chemistry. Candidates with experience coordinating laboratory activities, strong chemistry knowledge, and bilingual proficiency in English and Thai will be preferred.
If you are interested in applying, please submit your resume/CV in English, including references and contact details. Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview.
Please note that the interview will be conducted in English.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the Science Faculty mission of Excellence in Science Learning for All
- Prepare lab equipment and practical based resources to support student learning in teacher-led lessons, consistent with the following
o Safety - resources are prepared following all the correct H+S procedures.
o Punctuality - resources are in place before the start of the lesson.
o Accuracy - resources are accurately prepared.
o Proactivity - problems with resources not fully supporting learning are anticipated, steps are taken to address the problem and teachers are informed.
- Support in-class instruction of students as requested by Line Manager to support student learning, enhance the learning experience for students and to maintain safe student-teacher ratios during visits.
- Be an advocate for the learning of science and communicate this passion with the wider Patana community.
- Share expert technical knowledge with teachers to enhance teaching and learning.
- Regularly check laboratories and prep rooms to ensure they are fully resourced and in good working order. Report and follows up on any maintenance issues.
- Maintain an inventory of apparatus, chemicals, stationery, and other materials in the laboratories and prep rooms. Proactively recommend replacements as necessary.
- Ensure all practical resources (including corrosive chemicals, flammable chemicals, enzymes, radioactive sources, etc) are stored in a safe, tidy, and organized way according to the correct H+S guidelines.
- Proactively carry out minor maintenance of practical equipment and arrange for repairs where necessary.
- Maintain records of students work (internal examinations, etc) to ensure they are complete and secure.
- Care for animals within the Science Faculty and actively promote their value as a learning resource.
- Assist with display materials within the Science Centre so that the learning environment is enhanced for students.
- Assist with reprographic work as required.
- Collaborate and communicate with the other members of the Science Technician team to ensure that all the above responsibilities are consistently delivered upon to a very high standard.
- Perform any other duty as may be required and agreed with the Line Manager.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Science, or related with at least 5 or more years relevant experience in a service delivery and international environment.
- Ability to manage multiple projects in a clear and logical way across a wide spectrum of staff.
- Systems orientated with proven ability to accurately access and manage data and implement system improvements.
- Excellent interpersonal skills in various contexts with a high customer service ethic and a focus on quality.
Safeguarding Commitment:
We expect all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share our commitment and to review and affirm that they have read, understood and will abide by our safeguarding policies. We use recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks to maintain the highest standards of safeguarding and child safety. These are aligned with the written expectations of the International Taskforce on Child Protection.
Inclusion, Diversity and Equity
Our polices and practice are shaped by the diverse international community we serve. We treat all members of our School community including colleagues, students and members of the public fairly and consistently, in a non-discriminatory manner and with proper regard for their rights and obligations.
