Research Operations

​The CTS Core is supported by a Research Operations Team who oversees the following aspects of research laboratory operations:

Workplace Health & Safety Management

• Oversee laboratory safety 
  
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations and accreditation standards 
  
• Ensure new researcher receive proper on-job-training before working in the lab 
  
• Management of regulated chemicals
  
• Conduct end-user training for new equipment 
  
• Ensure laboratory equipment are serviced regularly 
  
• Analyze accident/ incident reports, investigate and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence
  

Core Facilities & Research Infrastructures

• Oversee daily operations and maintenance of research facilities
  
• Manage online booking systems and monitor usage of core facilities 
  
• Ensure the construction and operations of the lab are in compliance with regulations
  
• Establish and implement Policies & Procedures on the operations of the lab  
  
• Oversee research-related procurement
  

Other Research Operations

• Ensure security and access control is maintained in SGH Research Laboratories
  
• Review lab bench / workstation allocation 
  
• Coordinate with the setting up and closure of labs
  
• Provide administrative supports to researchers
  
• Organizing monthly Research Lab Presentation