Full time temporary vacancy at PUB: IT

PUB is looking for a full-time temporary staff to do data entry and IT programming.

Qualification: Diploma in IT related

5 working days per week and training will be provided.

Duration of employment: At least12 months. Able to start work immediately.

Location: West, near Clementi

Interested party can email their resume to Ms Jennifer Yeo at yeo_may_choo@pub.gov.sg

Wanted: laboratory technician at GSK Biopolis

GSK is looking for a laboratory technician at GSK Biopolis. They prefer SP graduates from DCP and the candidate is expected to start sometime early Jan 2010. Interested parties please email your resumes to my colleague, Ms Ng Su Ling (ngsl@sp.edu.sg) by 30 Nov 2010.

Laboratory Technician

The Job

· Manage the storage of chemical samples
· Dispense precise amounts of chemical samples for use in laboratory experiments
· Liaise with shipping companies and prepare relevant documentation for shipping
· Keep updated inventory of chemical samples
· Provide support to Scientists in the conducting of laboratory experiments
· Calibrate & maintain laboratory equipment
· Maintain housekeeping & observe safety requirements

Requirements

· Diploma in Chemical Process Technology or equivalent
· Excellent organizational skills with good attention to detail
· Able to work independently as well as in a team
· Proficiency in MS Excel and/or data management tools preferred
· Relevant experience will be an advantage

Aerotek / 3M hiring Chemical Process Technology Candidates

3 more job openings for 3M in their R&D center located in Woodlands. Please email your resume to Raquel Severson (contact details at the end) and indicate that you are recommended by me.

Candidate 1
Describe Job Duties to be performed:

1. Assist Lab Analyst to perform equipment calibration, maintenance, and conduct routine analysis work, and prepare lab test reports.
2. Provide analytical support to various business and R&D projects
Preference / Qualification / Experience Required:
1. Diploma with chemistry or materials science background, PC literature, logic thinker with failure analysis background is an added advantage.
2. Hands on experience on equipment likes SEM, FTIR, TGA, GCMS, etc would be preferred.

Candidate 2
Describe Job Duties to be performed:
1. Independently perform a variety of laboratory analysis which includes prioritization, scheduling and performance of routine testing.
2. Providing technical help for routine lab evaluations.
3. Recording lab data and compiling results for evaluation by supervision
4. Ad-hoc admin duties assigned
5. To maintain lab equipment & lab cleanliness.
6. To be responsible for safety with regards to chemical handling with the company
Preference / Qualification / Experience Required:
1. ITE certificate in chemical technology or science -related discipline/ O-level in science or chemistry-related discipline
2. 1-2 years of relevant industry experience will be an advantage
3. Possess good verbal and written communication skills
4. Able to work in a team environment
5. fresh graduates with good working attitude and strong analytical mindset are welcome to apply.

Candidate 3
Describe Job Duties to be performed:
1. Lab testing support on working with mechanical testing.
2. Adhesive sample preparation.
3. Recording lab data and compiling results for evaluation by supervision
4. Ad-hoc admin duties assigned
5. To maintain lab equipment & lab cleanliness.
6. To be responsible for safety with regards to chemical handling with the company
Preference / Qualification / Experience Required:
1. Diploma in chemical process technology, polymer/IC option.

Raquel Severson
Allegis Group Singapore Pte Ltd

( Phone: +65 8488.8262

* E-mail: rseverso@allegisgroupservices.com

One stop education fair to study in Europe

(See attached file: IMG.pdf)

If you are considering to go for further education in Europe, here's a chance to attend a one-stop seminar at Hilton Hotel, on the 5 Dec 2009.

Career & Further Education Fair 2009 on 18 Nov 2009, 12 noon

Hi,

I'm pleased to inform you that there will be a Career and Further Education Fair in 2 weeks time. Attached is the list of companies/tertiary institutions which will be setting up booths on that day. There will also be talks by local universities and selected companies (see attached for programme).There is no need to register for the event and limited goodie bags will be out for grabs!

The Career & Further Education Fair 2009 will be held on Wed,18 November 2009 at the Convention Centre from 12 noon to 8,00 pm. We are pleased to announce that there will be 36 booths comprising of 15 institutions and 17 organisations offering career opportunities to our students. Here are the list of talks and jobs available during the Fair: (See attached file: CFEF 2009_Career Talks Schedules.xls) (See attached file: Publicity Information-CFEF3.xls) (item 10 has a hyperlink - MHA jobs offer)

First 300 visitors will receive goodie bags.

Calling for subjects for research on dry eyes

Message from Optometry, CLS, SP

We are currently researching on "Dry Eye".


It is currently carried out as a final year project. We sincerely invite suitable candidates to participate. You are eligible if you are:-

- 30 - 55 years-old

- experiencing any "dry eye" symptoms such as soreness, scratchiness, dryness, burning sensation or sandy irritation constantly/regularly

- non smoker

- non contact lens wearer for past 2 years

- not having any surgery done on eye before

The eye tests will be carried out at SP Optometry Centre (SPOC) and will take approximate 40 minutes. It will be done by students under supervision. Only one visit is needed and $40 will be given for your time and transportation (as you may be scheduled on Sat). Pls refer to the attached poster for more details.

Interested pls kindly inform me and we shall arrange an appointment.

Your great help is highly appreciated.

Recruitment for Perstorp Singapore Pte Ltd

Perstorp Singapore Pte Ltd (Formerly known as Lonza) located at Jurong Island is now hiring for a Laboratory Analyst. Prior experience or fresh grad is welcome. Diploma in Chemical Process Technology or GCE 'A' level with 1-2 years similar experience in a chemical or petrochemical industry Hands-on experience with the following laboratory instruments : a) Gas Chromatographs b) HPLC c) UV-Vis Spectrophotometer System d) Atomic Absorption Spectrometer e) Auto-Titrator Karl Fischer Titrator Interested candidate may direct the resume to yongseng.heng@perstorp.com

3m/ Aerotek looking to hire entry level Materials / Chemical / Mechanical lab technicians

Dear all, again this is my personal contact. Please indicate that you are recommended by me if you are sending in your CV.



Candidate will be working in an Electronics manufacturing and R&D environment doing materials testing to include Instron Tensile, DSC and TGA to name a few on adhesives used in the electronics industry

1. Preference / Qualification / Experience Required:

• Diploma in Chemical/ Material Engineering. Familiar with mixing and filling equipment. Able to generate detailed documentation and able to function independently.

Describe Job Duties to be performed:

· Aid in formulation and mixing. Sample preparation, DOE & conducting testing for adhesives.

2. Preference / Qualification / Experience Required:

• Diploma in Mechanics engineering. Able to generate detailed documentation and able to function independently.

Describe Job Duties to be performed:

• Design fixtures and operation of mechanical devices. Sample preparation, DOE & conducting testing for adhesives.

All interested candidates can forward their CV's to
Raquel Severson
rseverson@mmm.com

Raquel Severson
Allegis Group Singapore Pte Ltd

( Phone: +65 8488.8262
* E-mail: rseverso@allegisgroupservices.com

http://www.allegisgroup.com/

Job openings in DBS

Dear all, this is my personal contact. Please indicate that you are recommended by me if you do submit your CV.


Research Assistant/Technical Support Officer opportunities with the Department of Biological Sciences, NUS and the Public Utilities Board, PUB.

As Singapore is one of most water-scarce countries in the world, water management is critical. The Public Utilities Board recently commissioned the National University of Singapore's Department of Biological Sciences to develop a lentic macro-invertebrate biotic index for the island's waterways, with an emphasis on shallow tropical lakes. This will now complement the extensive water quality sampling regime already in place. We are seeking three Research Assistants and/or Laboratory Technicians to assist a team with monitoring freshwater invertebrates in Singapore.
The candidates should have either a polytechnic diploma or degree in biology or a related subject, field experience and preferably a Singaporean driving licence. Experience of ecological sampling protocols and/or freshwater macro-invertebrates would be advantageous. However, full training will be provided 'on the job'.
The posts are initially for 6 months with a a likely possibility of longer-term employment depending on the performance on the job and/or progress of the project. Positions are available immediately.
Interested candidates are invited to send their CV to Dr Esther Clews at dbsec@nus.edu.sg.
The closing date for applications is Thursday 29^th October.
Interviews will take place during the first week of November.

Dr Esther Clews
Postdoctoral Fellow
Marine Biology Laboratory
Department of Biological Sciences
National University of Singapore
14, Science Drive 4, Blk S1,
#02-05 Singapore 117543
+65 6516 6867

Job vacancy for our graduates at AMR

As usual, please indicate that you are recommended by me if you send in your application.

(See attached file: Laboratory Officer - Advanced Material Resources (Singapore) Pte Ltd.pdf)

LO/RA position at NUS Medicinal Chemistry department

Professor Yao from the NUS Medicinal Chemistry department is looking for a Research Assistant/Lab Officer in chemistry/biology to do some research and paperwork for the lab. This position is good for our ex-students especially those wanting to do a degree/part-time degree as NUS staff usually get lots of time-off and subsidies for part-time studying.

Interested parties please contact my colleague, Ms Ng Su Ling at

ngsl@sp.edu.sg

Vacancies: chemical analyst in Schering-Plough

We have a few vacancies for Chemical Analyst. Do you have students who have graduated from the Chemical Process Technology (CPT) course recently and are on the lookout for jobs? Are they interested to join our company? The job description can be found below:

Key Responsibilities:

· Perform chemical test on the in process control sample, intermediates, cleaning and final drug substances.

· Ensure that tests as assigned are performed in a timely manner in accordance with Standard Operation Procedures (SOPs) and necessary safety precautions.

· Ensure that all tests performed are in compliance with the quality assurance program in the laboratory and accordance with cGMPs.

· Maintain complete and accurate recording of all tests performed in assigned record books and worksheet.

· Perform regular calibration and maintenance of laboratory instruments as assigned

· Ensure cleanliness and proper maintenance of various sampling tools and equipment

· Assist in maintaining good housekeeping of the laboratories.

· Provide support to other lab function when necessary.

Education Level:

· Diploma in chemistry/biochemistry

Experience/Technical Skills:

· 1 year's experience in an analytical laboratory is desired, preferably in the pharmaceutical industry. The experience in operating laboratory equipment such as GC, HPLC, Karl Fisher Titrator is very desirable.

Personal Attributes:

· Meticulous, Self-motivated, Able to work under pressure, Good time management skills, Team player, High integrity.

Please apply via our website http://www.schering-plough.com.sg/career_opportunities.htm or write to me directly.


Regards,
Eunice Lee
HR Manager
T: +65 6869 8706
F: +65 6869 8705
Eunice.Lee@spcorp.com



Schering-Plough Ltd
50 Tuas West Drive
Singapore 638408
www.schering-plough.com.sg

Lab Assistant: Job Opening for DCHE & DCP grads (Closing Date: 15 Sep 09)

A leading leather manufacturer listed on SGX Main board is seeking a suitably qualified individual who aspires to grow with the company for the position of:
Financial Controller

Lab Assistant

Responsibilities

√ The incumbent will report to the Technical Manager and assist in all technical aspects of product development and quality control

√ Follow up on projects and technical trials

√ Update and housekeep records on testing chemical samples and generate compiled reports for analysis use

√ Co-ordinate job order activities including color matching, tanning quality inspection and testing sample preparation

√ Work closely and guide the production staff on new technical development and quality matters

√ Carry out day to day lab activities

Requirements

· Minimum Diploma in Chemical Engineering or equivalent
· Experience in chemical science in manufacturing industry is advantageous
· Must be bilingual in English and Mandarin
· Proficient in MS Office
· No allergy to tanning chemical such as chrome and cross-linker, willing to do "dirty hand" work, and tolerance to tannery's smell
· No color blind and is physically fit
· Team-oriented attitude being able to proactively work with interfacing departments
· Only Singaporean and PR need to apply
· Completed National Service

For qualified applicants, please email detailed resume with expected & last drawn salary and photograph to:

email : hiringspace@gmail.com
closing date : 15 September 2009

(only shortlisted candidates will be notified)

Full-time temporary vacancy at PUB - diploma level

PUB is looking for 2 full-time temporary staff to perform sample preparation work under Chemist's supervision. Other job scope includes algal toxins testing, NDMA testing, VOCs monitoring, new emerging contaminant testing, etc. Preferably able to work for at least 1 year and start work as soon as possible. Job location is at Waterhub, Toh Guan Road East.

Interested party can email Ms Yeo at yeo_may_choo@pub.gov.sg.

For fresh grads: Lab Officer Vacancy in ICES

We have 17 LOs in ICES and we have 8 coming from SP. Our LOs from SP s are outstanding performer and they generally produce good quality of work, as such our researcher wishes to recruit the SP fresh graduate for the new LO position.

ICES provides examination leave and 5pm transport to ferry the staffs to study at the university, this LO post is definitely good for graduate who wish to pursue further study at NTU or NUS.

(See attached file: Lab Officer Advertisment.docx)

3M/ Aerotek looking to hire entry level Chemists (BSc or MSc in Chemistry)

Please note that these positions will only be hired in Nov-Jan but you can submit your CV now and may even get your interview soon.

Aerotek, in collaboration with 3M Drug Deliver Systems Division is looking to hire Analytical and or Formulation Chemists.

Candidates must have a BSc or MSc in Chemistry.

Candidate will be performing routine HPLC analysis on pharmaceutical products. You will be responsible for performing all sample preparation and data analysis. (You may contact me for more technical details.)

Candidate will be responsible for following GMP and FDA guidelines. They will also be responsible for keeping a very detailed laboratory notebook.

All interested candidates can email Raquel Severson at rseverso@aerotek.com – Preferred (+65 84888262). Please indicate that you are recommended by me.


3M Drug Delivery Overview

3M does not develop its own drug molecules. 3M partners with other pharmaceutical companies to put their drug into and inhalation product. 3m helps companies to resolve formulation challenges, differentiate pMDI products with optimized components, guide you through regulatory approval and meet worldwide production and supply needs

Because it is target specific, inhalation drug delivery has fundamental advantages for therapy of diseases of the respiratory tract, including asthma and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease. Drugs administered by inhalation minimize systemic absorption and adverse effects compared with drugs that must travel through the gastrointestinal tract.

Partners can come to 3M at any point in the development process. They can hand over the molecule and let 3M run with the process from the very beginning to make the formulation, choose the canister, Inhalation system and do the Manufacturing. Or partners can ask 3M to do only do portion of those steps.

3M offers these main services to its Partners:

· Inhalation systems- Metered Dose Inhaler options
· Inhalation Canister Components
· Formulation Technologies- 3m can optimize the drug formulation for optimal absorption.
· Inhalation Manufacturing

Job opportunity for DCP student - FCI

FCI Microconnections Asia Pte Ltd has a vacancy for our DCP graduate (IC preferred) as an Assistant gold management Engineer. They prefer female applicants. You may send your CV by post to


Mr Lawrence Kuek
FCI Microconnections Asia Pte Ltd
No. 4 Loyang Way 4 Singapore 507097



or submit via email,

Lawrence.Kuek@fci.com

it will be good if they can receive your CV by end of first week of August

SENIOR/LABORATORY ANALYST vacancy

The following announcement is from a recruitment agency. For more details or if you want to send in your CV, please contact Raquel Severson at rseverso@aerotek.com

SENIOR/LABORATORY ANALYST

Responsibilities:

· Be responsible for ensuring timely and safe testing of raw materials, in-process materials and finished products
· Provide prompt service and support production activities in a safe and productive environment
· Write and execute validation protocols for laboratory equipment and process validation
· Write and revise laboratory procedures
· Perform laboratory housekeeping and ensure it is in an audit-ready state at all times
· Support Lean/Sigma continuous improvement projects/initiatives within the Department

Requirements:

· Diploma in Chemical Process Technology/Biotechnology or equivalent discipline
· Knowledge of GMP in Pharmaceutical Manufacturing will be an added advantage
· Able to work in a fast-paced laboratory environment, meet tight deadlines and multi-task
· Able to perform shift work
· An excellent team player

Industrial training programme (ITP) for DCP Industrial Chemistry (IC)

Dear all,

We are having a round of ITP from 7 Sept to 16 Oct 2009 (6 weeks).

If your company is interested to get our IC students for attachment, please let me know so that I can send the relevant forms to your company.

You may ignore this message if your company has already responded.

Thank you

Job Opportunity in ExxonMobil

ExxonMobil is trying to recuit lab technician in their Pioneer Road Refinery.


Job or Campus Folder Laboratory Technicians
Country or Region Singapore
Job Description • Comply with Company's policies, procedures and safety rules and practices
• Perform routine and non-routine laboratory analysis/wet chemistry
• Perform calibration and maintenance of test equipment
• Perform housekeeping and any other assigned duty
• Prepare samples and ensure accurate data generation and records, in accordance with the standard operating procedures
• Utilize analytical instruments to address quality assurance/control issues
• Prepare chemical stock solutions and reagents, as well as set preparation standards

Employment Type University Student or Recent Graduate Seeking Full-Time Employment
Experienced

Requirements of Candidate
• Fresh Polytechnic/ITE graduates with the relevant background in Chemical/Process/Technical Engineering; candidates with minimum 3 years' relevant experience are welcome to apply
• Computer-literate with knowledge of MS Office applications (i.e. Excel, PowerPoint and Word)
• Meticulous and organized, with the ability to multitask
• A good team player with strong initiative and an analytical mind
• Willing to work in Tuas/Jurong area and perform rotating work-shifts if required
Closing Date 18-Jul-2009

All applicants have to log in to the exxonmobil (EM) website and register @ www.exxonmobil.com.sg
Afterwhich, they upload their resume to EM system.
Next, they do a job search on the website (for technician) and submit any information required by EM for the job.


EM is looking for a hardworking employee, willing to learn, able to work OT and shift.

Recruitment of Lab Officer ICES

we have three lab officers opening for recruitment. We wish to recruit Singapore Polytechnic graduate who has strong interest in organic and analytical chemistry to work in the organic research labs.

Assistant Laboratory Officer (Technical Support) – One LO Position

Job Title Assistant Laboratory Officer (Technical Support) @ CSL Department Chemical Synthesis Laboratory @ Biopolis R&D Lab Organic Synthesis Lab Introduction The candidate will play a critical role in supporting the CSL logistic and lab operation. Your responsibility includes procurement, chemical inventory management, lab safety and simple lab operation. Requirements • A good diploma in Chemical Process / Chemical Engineering or related disciplines • Ability to work collaboratively and independently • Consistent and reliable work performance • Ability to work independently and under pressure • Fresh polytechnic graduates are welcomed to apply Email resume and transcript to david_chen@ices.a-star.edu.sg

Assistant Laboratory Officer (Technical Support) - 2 LO Positions

Job Title Assistant Laboratory Officer (Technical Support) @ Jurong Island Department Institutes of Chemical & Engineering Science @ Jurong Island R&D Lab NSTA (Organic Synthesis) Job Scope Assign as Safety Coordinator to take care of NSTA lab Assist researcher on organic synthesis Assist on material characterization by operating analytical instrument eg GC, HPLC, GC-MSD, LC-MS, FTIR, UV, NMR, etc Your responsibility includes procurement, chemical inventory management, lab safety, organic synthesis and equipment operation. Requirements • A good diploma in Chemical Process / Chemical Engineering • Strong in organic, inorganic & analytical Chemistry & Maths · Consistent and reliable work performance • Ability to work collaboratively and independently • Multi-task and able to work under pressure Email resume and transcript to doris_tan@ices.a-star.edu.sg

Fw: Recruitment - EO in NTU

We wish to invite poly graduates to apply for the position of Executive Position in the School of Physical and Mathematical Science, NTU.


Position of Executive Officer

Job Scope:
You will provide administrative support associated with the planning, organization and coordination of activities related to research at the School of Physical and Mathematical Science, NTU.

Requirements :
• Good diploma with relevant working experience (preferred) in administration
• Possess initiative & drive
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to multi-task and work as a team
• Good interpersonal, communication and organizational skills

Interested applicants, please email a copy of your CV to Ms Chen Xiaoping at Xiaoping@ntu.edu.sg.

Singapore International Water Festival (SIWF)

SP will be co-organising the SIWF with PUB from 20-21 Jun 2009 at the Marina Barrage. If you are free, why don't you pop down to the venue and check out the activities in store. See www.sp.edu.sg/siwf for more details.

I am organising the Environmental Quiz under SIWF on 21 Jun 09. It is a competition for secondary schools to duke it out to see who is the most knowledgeable in environmental issues. Do give me a buzz if you are heading down on 21 Jun.

Cheers

Fw: Recruitment - Lab Technician, Metalor Technologies (S) Pte Ltd

Metalor Tech is in the business of electroplating and coatings. It is located at Tuas.

Interested graduates (should be 22 years old or younger) please write in to:

Ms Samantha Loh
Advanced Coatings
Technical Service Manager
Metalor Technologies (S) Pte Ltd
67 Techpark Crescent, Singapore 638074
samantha.loh@metalor.com

Recruitment - Lab Technician, Metalor Technologies (S) Pte Ltd

Metalor Tech is in the business of electroplating and coatings. It is located at Tuas.

Interested fresh graduates please write in to:

Ms Samantha Loh
Advanced Coatings
Technical Service Manager
Metalor Technologies (S) Pte Ltd
67 Techpark Crescent, Singapore 638074
samantha.loh@metalor.com

Developments in DCP

Dear all,

Thank you to those who have contributed your valuable feedback in the recent course renaming survey. The verdict is now out.

Polymer Tech option will come out of DCP and start is own Diploma in Materials Science and Management.

DCP will then be left with only IC (Food Tech has already come out last acad year) and hence will be renamed as Diploma in Applied Chemistry with Pharmaceutical Science.

At the same time, a new diploma will branch off from IC and will be known as Diploma in Perfumery and Cosmetics Science.

All the above will be implemented in the next Acad year 10/11.

Regards

Full-time temporary vacancy at PUB

PUB is looking for a full-time temporary staff to do some data entry and IT programming stuff. 5 working days. Training will be provided. Preferably able to work for at least 3 months and start work immediately.

Interested party can email Jennifer Yeo directly at yeo_may_choo@pub.gov.sg.

HCS Scientific is recruiting

HCS Scientific is looking for DCP / DChem eng students. We are recruiting Sales co-ordinator. They have to know some basics in chemicals, laboratory apparatus and equipments. Pay is about 1.6K to 1.8K. They can send me their resume to genevieve@hcscientific.com

1 job position for DCP Graduate at Berger Paints (S) P L

Berger Paints Singapore Pte Ltd has 1 position for Laboratory Technologist. Fresh graduate is welcome as training will be provided. Interested party can write and submit his/ her resume to Mr J. Zahir Hussain (Assistant Technical Manager) via zahir@bergeronline.com.sg. The company is located at 22 Benoi Sector S(629854).

Many vacancies in PUB

Dear all,

SP is helping PUB to source for the following positions.

Do note that even if you are from DCP, DCHE, DBT or others, you may also apply for the admin positions e.g. HR, events management.

Interested parties please send your resume to me before 4 May 2009.

Cheers
Mr Kwok

We are looking for technical support officers who will proevide technical support in areas relating to our operations, maintenance and customer service. We are also looking for management support officers providing administrative support in Finance, HR, events management etc

We are sourcing for the following:
25 Civil Engineering, 25 Mechanical Engineering, 20 Electrical Engineering, 20 Chemical/Env and Water Tech, 10 Business/IT candidates.

Vacancies in a Norway MNC

Norway MNC in Oil & Gas

Requirements:

· Diploma in Chemical Process Technology. Fresh graduates welcome.
· Experience in chemical or petroleum laboratory will be an added advantage.
· Good interpersonal skills and able to work as a team.
· Ability to work on a rotating shift. (7.30am to 4.30pm. 2pm to 11pm)

Responsibilities:

· Analysis of fuel oil, lubricants, petroleum products, metallurgical samples and general chemistry.
· Analysis of other non-routine analysis.
· Maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipments
· Ensure proper laboratory housekeeping.
· Any other tasks as and when assigned by the Management.

Location : Loyang ( East )

Transport provided from Bedok and Tanah Merah MRT

Salary range is from $1600 - $1800

Interested parties please write in to the following person.

Julie Tan
Staffing Consultant
Kelly Services - Tampines Branch
Tel no:6260 0195 Fax no:6260 0660
Julie_Tan@kellyservices.com.sg

Vacancy at NTUC Fair Price (not cashier!)

NTUC Fairprice is looking for a temporary staff who can preferably start work in May 09. He or she will assist in developing Non-Food Product Safety & Quality Program; administer sensory or product evaluation panels; Compliance to the requirements of the Health Product Act 2007 (ASEAN Cosmetic Directive). draft & compile evaluation, feedback reports. Even though this job is for temporary, they are looking to make this a Permanent position should the candidate be suitable for employment after 6 months of "probation".

The candidate should have a Diploma in Cosmetic Science or Chemical Processing, possess a positive attitude and learning mindset, good Interpersonal skills and attributes of a team player; have a general knowledge of MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint and able to perform basic statistical collation and a keen eye for details.

Please send you CV to Mr Ho Wee Fun, Food Safety & Quality Dept, NTUC FairPrice Co-operative Ltd, email: wee_fun.ho@fairprice.com.sg

Survey for change of name for DCP: only for DCP IC alumni

Dear All,

As DCP is going through a process of course review and re-naming, we are collecting feedback from both industrial partners & IC Alumni. Your support is much needed & appreciated to ensure the success of this exercise.

Please email the completed survey form to me by 10 Apr 09 (next Fri).
(See attached file: Alumni Survey_Namechange_edit2.doc)

Thank you
Mr Kwok

NUS vs NTU III: Honours

Unfortunately, honours is not something that you can work on in a different university from your basic degree. If you get a basic degree from NUS, you cannot go overseas to complete your honours. As mentioned above, NTU IS a FOUR-year course. You cannot drop off after 3 years and earn a basic degree. You do ALL four years and whether you get honours or just pass depends on your results.

The question becomes: how important is an honours? Well, you probably get a bit more pay with honours and some government agencies are dead set on getting honours students as their employees. It probably allows you to go straight into Masters or phD without working experience. But that is about it so consider carefully.

What are the chances of getting honours in NUS for poly students?
From anecdotal evidence, most poly grads do not continue with honours. Some of course choose not to and not because they cannot.

What are the chances of getting honours in NTU for poly students?
At this point of time, no idea. The first batch of CBC students have yet to graduate.

If I get 2nd lower honours or worse, it is as good as not getting any, right?
For those not familiar with the honours system, it goes in this order from the best to the worst:

1. First class honours
2. Second class upper honours
3. Second class lower honours
4. Third class honours
5. Pass with merit (this is not honours)
6. Pass (this is not honours)

Normally, 2nd lower is still considered honours. But anything less.... well....

NUS vs NTU II: Chemistry

With regards to your question about the migration of experienced professors from NUS to NTU, I shall not comment much except to say that you will find both good and not so good staff on both sides. And be careful when someone uses the word "good" as it can mean many different things. E.g. "Good" staff doing good research may not mean they teach well. Generally in the universities (incl. NUS, NTU), staff are appraised based more on their research than teaching.

One common misconception about NTU is its direct honours system. The often heard advertisement is getting honours after 4 years of study in CBC. HOWEVER, this is true only if your results are good. If you just scrape through, you either get a "pass", "pass with merit" or "3rd class honours" (many consider this as no honours at all) after 4 years. On the other hand, NUS system is study 3 years. If your results are not good, you immediately get a degree. If your results are good, you are allowed to continue for another year to get your honours. Therefore, the NTU system carrries a greater risk in terms of opportunity cost.

NUS vs. NTU: Environmental Engineering

Excerpted from my email to a SP graduate dated 18/8/08:

NUS Env eng is normally quite hard to get in for poly grads. On the other hand, NTU env eng is more open to poly grads. In NUS, its env eng originally branched off from chem eng so its syllabus involves a large does of chem eng contents e.g. thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, process control. NTU env eng branched off from civil eng so it tends to lean more towards materials of construction, building design etc. But of course, env eng in both unis converge on common topics especially in the final years.

The labour market in Singapore right now is quite tight. Env eng grads are no exception. Even chem grads are finding it difficult to get relevant jobs. In fact, the trend now is for employers to hire someone who can multitask. E.g. why employ an env eng grad when a chem eng grad can do the same job and other things too? A good indication is the no. of classes in NUS chem eng and env eng. 10 yrs back: 4 classes chem eng, 1 class env eng. 2 yrs back (this year I am not exactly sure): 10 classes chem eng, 2 classes env eng. It appears that demand for env eng grads has always been small.

Don't misunderstand. I am not trying to discourage you. If your interest is there, you can always shine in whatever you study and still gain employment. Furthermore, who knows what will happen in 4 or 5 years time? There may be a sudden surge in env eng grads by then. However, I personally feel that env eng will always be less versatile, especially compared to chem eng.

NUS vs. NTU: Chemistry

Excerpted from my email to a SP graduate dated 16/4/08:

Ok, just my opinion. If you can, try for NUS chem. I feel that NUS applied chem is too hybridised to be useful. It has quite a few engineering elements and yet does not make you an engineer. Of course, that doesn't mean chem (or appl chem) is easy. I feel that NUS chem is better established with many alumni and more companies willing to employ NUS chem grads.

NTU chem n bio chem is simply too new and uncertain. Will employers want grads from NTU CBC? Is the syllabus rigorous enough? No idea as of now. On the bright side, I heard that NTU has a large budget and will be acquiring (or has already acquired) many new equipment and facilities so you are likely to have a fresh environment in NTU.

Lecturer wise, based on the feedback from my graduates, both sides are just as bad (or good). But it seems NTU is more lenient with their "A"s.

If I were to decide, I will choose NUS.

Fw: TÜV SÜD PSB - Job Openings

These are jobs that are suitable for students who are fresh graduate as well as alumni who have 1-2 years of working experience.

(See attached file: Company's Profile - TUV SUD PSB.pdf)(See attached file: TUV SUD PSB - Available Positions.pdf)

immediate job opportunities for Fresh Graduates/Diploma holders with Chemistry Background

Aerotek, Allegis group, (www.aerotek.com) has immediate job opportunities for Fresh Graduates/Diploma holders with Chemistry Background for Singapore location. This is a position of Analytical Chemist.

Interested parties please write in to the technical recruiter below.

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Rineesh Raveendran Technical Recruiter
Aerotek
RMZ NXT, Campus 1B, #401-402, EPIP Zone
Whitefield, Bangalore- 560 066
T +91 80 30705354
M +91 99161 40156
www.aerotek.com
rraveend@teksystems.com

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TÜV SÜD PSB - Job Openings

These are jobs that are suitable for students who are fresh graduate as well as alumni who have 1-2 years of working experience.

(See attached file: TUV SUD PSB - Available Positions.pdf)(See attached file: Company's Profile - TUV SUD PSB.pdf)

Quick Update

Some of you may have realised that it has been some time since any news was sent out to you. The reason is my laptop has just been replaced with a new one. Yes, that is good news. Unfortunately, the vendor did not perform a satisfactory data transfer and I found out to my horror that all the data in my old address book is lost.

I am in the process of salvaging the situation by retrieving my old name lists in both hardcopy and softcopy. I will next have to rekey all these data into my new address book. Considering that I have more than a thousand records, this will take some time. Please bear with me till all records have been keyed in before receiving the much awaited news.

ITP

Dear all,

Good news! We have just filled up all our ITP places. Many thanks to those of you who expressed your concern and some who offered your help in securing places for us.

Best regards
Mr Kwok

Industrial training programme

New year greetings to all,

We are having our coming ITP from 2 Mar - 18 Apr 2009 for DCP students in Industrial Chemistry option.

Incidentally, this year coincides with a really bad economy so we are facing problems in securing ITP placements for our students.

If anyone has a suitable vacancy in your company, please do let me know so that we may help our students to do their ITP this year, rather than delaying it into their final year.

Thank you

Mr Kwok

Fw: Food Stall and Retail Service Opportunities in SP

Haha. For those who want to have a career switch or work in a sideline....


We wish to draw your attention to the following:

a) Application for stall vacancy in Food court 1 and
b) Opportunity for the operation of a Convenience Store cum News-Stand near T1A bus-stop

Please alert your friends and contacts who may be interested in applying.

Application details are available as tender notices in

a) The Straits Times and Lianhe Zaobao on 23 Jan 09
b) The Straits Times and Lianhe Zaobao on 2 Feb 09

Latest flyer on IC

Dear all,

This is the latest flyer on IC. If you see yourself in the flyer, please do not be shocked.
(See attached file: Flyer- Chem for IC.pdf)

Cheers