3 Lab Specialist jobs in Thailand

The mandate of the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP) is to promote regional cooperation for inclusive economic and social development in the Asian and Pacific region. ESCAP’s role as a regional development arm of the United Nations Secretariat is to support its membership, through its analytical, normative and technical cooperation, to respond to the development priorities and changing needs of the Asian and Pacific region.

This position is located in the Sustainable Demographic Transition Section of the Social Development Division. The Research Assistant is under the direct supervision of the Chief, Sustainable Demographic Transition Section, and the overall supervision of the Director, Social Development Division.

**Responsibilities**:
Within delegated authority, the Research Assistant will be responsible for the following duties:

- Assists in identifying and monitoring substantive aspect of the work of the Section in various regions/countries with a view to social issues as they relate to the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and other global and regional intergovernmental mandates. Selects and evaluates a variety of documents, summarize pertinent material, collects and analyses data and prepares background materials for assessment papers, studies, briefs and reports.
- Systematically follows through and retrieves, highlights and compiles information from a wide variety of information sources; prepares input for the electronic database and the internet and co-operate with research institutes and organizations, including national statistical offices and other government-led research institutes, in the collection of data.
- Assembles and examines original statistical material to ensure accuracy, clarity and validity; makes appropriate adjustments for compiling such information in databases.
- Prepares a variety of reports, presentations, tables, lists, charts, data sets, and/or diagrams for information in order to facilitate the in-depth analysis of the retrieved information by the supervisor and other users.
- Participates in the substantive and policy discussions of the Section.
- Maintains and expands contacts with other departments in the Secretariat, as well as the UN agencies and programmes and other organizations relevant to the region, and co-ordinate the input of other departments in the collection of data for assignments received.
- Prepares, maintains and updates files (electronic and paper) and internal databases; designs and generates a variety of periodic and ad hoc reports, statistical tables, charts, graphs, and other background materials/notes to facilitate inspection and other reviews.
- Drafts programme/project summaries, co-ordinates review and clearance process and co-ordinates with editor, translation services, etc., on finalization and publication of reports in multiple languages.
- Carries out preparatory work for and assists in organizing expert groups meetings, workshops and intergovernmental meetings on social development issues; drafts agenda and procedural notes for meetings; identifies the organizational requirements for conferences and meetings and assists in the preparation of documentation and reports for these meetings.
- Participates in technical meetings, conferences and seminars, follows discussions, takes notes and prepares summary report, takes notes for the file, prepares correspondence, drafts statements and PowerPoints for presentation and follows-up to meetings.
- Provides guidance and training to new/junior staff.
- Performs other related work as required.

Competencies
- Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
- Planning& Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.

Education
High school diploma or equivalent is required. A first-level university degree or higher in economics, statistics, geography, demography, social affairs or related field is desirable. Studies in statistics are desirable.

Job - Specific Qualification

Work Experience
A minimum of seven years of experience in collecting and researching data across various areas of social and economic development or related area is required.

Familiarity with Microsoft Office products (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint) required

Skills in drafting do

**Job Summary**:
**Responsibilities**:

- Work collaboratively with lab technician team to support secondary classroom teachers
- Demonstrate ability to work independently and liaise effectively with other departments including but not limited to purchasing, IT and facilities
- Be proficient in the preparation, disposal and handling of chemicals and biological materials with due attention to safety
- Confident and comfortable to work with students in supporting labs and experiment work
- Assist in building, monitoring and keeping track of laboratory inventory
- Develop proficiency in effective use of technology including Google, Veracross and laboratory-related platforms
- Seek opportunities to support and improve science department efficiency
- Attend and contribute to science department meetings as requested as well as secondary and school-wide staff meetings and in-service days
- Support the school community, professional standards, and trust
- Meet contractual requirements as designated for all faculty
- Be a positive and supportive member of the secondary science department and school
- Demonstrate commitment to personal and professional growth
- Adhere to NIST’s Child Safeguarding Code of Conduct and NIST’s Professional Code of Conduct
- Complete all duties as defined by the school’s leadership for the designated roles
- Participate in all school activities, such as assemblies and conferences, if requested to do so
- Work from 7:30 AM until 4:00 PM Monday through Friday as well as support after school practical work as needed

**Additional Job Description in relation to Child Safeguarding**:

- Be familiar with your child safeguarding policy
- Be aware of abuse risks to children
- Abide by the Code of Conduct
- Be vigilant
- Prevent abuse/protect children
- Report concerns (mandatory duty)
- Challenge poor practice/promote good practice

**Qualification**:

- Bachelor’s degree in Education related field
- Hold a valid Thai Teaching License
- Teaching Experience will be an advantage
- Excellent command of English in reading, writing and speaking
- Able to work under pressure and willing to deal with students, parents and concerned staff
- Good interpersonal skills and the ability to deal professionally with sensitive issues
- High level of IT skills
- Present excellent references indicating aptitude, flexibility and commitment

**How to Apply**: