Elton W. Y. Goh
Associate Scientist
Singapore,96b Henderson Road
Summary
Communicative Associate Scientist proficient in both laboratory work and review of scientific papers. Talented individual educated in safety procedures, processes and regulations. Leverages exceptional laboratory knowledge to perform complex assays and testing.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Associate scientist
Singapore Food Agency
Singapore
03.2020 - Current
- Review on past published papers on total diet studies and draft a project proposal.
- Worked with cross-functional project teams and external stakeholders to conduct Singapore's first total diet studies
- Procure multiple service contracts for operation needs of total diet studies
- Create SOPs and Work Instructions to streamline the workflow when conducting the total diet studies.
- Evaluated and implemented new technologies and laboratory techniques to improve quality and robustness of sample analysis.
- To discover and discuss abnormalities identified between stakeholders during the course of the studies.
Assistant Scientist
Singapore Food Agency
Singapore
04.2019 - 03.2020
- Documented changes during experiments, noting unexpected issues arising during research activities.
- Conducted experiments in laboratory environment for product development purposes.
- Performed complex troubleshooting and assisted in leading initiatives to solve challenging scientific problems with assays or instrumentation.
- Evaluated and implemented new technologies and laboratory techniques to improve quality and robustness of sample analysis.
- Engage with stakeholders and establish the foundation to conduct SFA first food consumption survey to understand the dietary patterns of local residents The survey study methodology was then presented.
- Engage with multiple stakeholders to organize and hold SFA first science day event.
Laboratory Assistant
Health Science Authority
Singapore
07.2016 - 04.2019
- Conduct and monitor the water quality of the drinking water samples on behalf of the Public Utilities Board of Singapore and the private industries
- Follows standard operating procedures and experimental guidelines to ensure products comply with established specifications
- Conduct Method development and Method evaluation on Analytic Instrument (Ion-chromatography and HPLC)
- Conduct R&D projects on identifying food additives and toxins and their relationship with the human body using GC-MS. (Saccharin, sucralose)
- Implementing projects that improve efficiency and cost savings in the laboratory.
- Participated in FAPAS Proficiency testing and achieved a z-score of 0.2
- Trained and Proficient in analytical instruments (GC-MS, HPLC, ICP-MS, etc)
- Doing inventory and ensuring chemicals and standards are stored in the appropriate conditions.
Laboratory Technician
Resort World Sentosa, Animal Health & Research
10.2014 - 09.2016
- Monitor and maintain the water quality of the water bodies in Resort World Sentosa
- Collaborate with the veterinarians and aquarists when setting up the expansion of the aquarium for new aquatic animals
- Discovered other test methods that improve the value of the lab service (Bacteriology, Physical analysis)
- Conduct Microbiology on the sample provided to the lab ( Blood Agar, Macconkey )
- Process blood samples and Cytology for cells counts provided by the Veterinarian
- Present lab findings for the management by incorporating existing and new methods and discussing new methods that could improve the efficiency of the existing testing measure
- Discover and measuring the water current in the tank to eliminate dead zone and to improve the efficiency of any medication if dose
- Preparation of special diet for certain animals that is donated by other organization to Resort World Sentosa
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Engineering
Singapore University of Social Science
Singapore 06.2016 - Current
High School Diploma -
Ngee Ann Polytechnic
Singapore 04.2009 - 04.2012
Skills
Project Management using SWOT analysis and gantt chart
undefinedTimeline
Associate scientist
Singapore Food Agency
03.2020 - Current
Assistant Scientist
Singapore Food Agency
04.2019 - 03.2020
Laboratory Assistant
Health Science Authority
07.2016 - 04.2019
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Engineering
Singapore University of Social Science
06.2016 - Current
Laboratory Technician
Resort World Sentosa, Animal Health & Research
10.2014 - 09.2016
High School Diploma -
Ngee Ann Polytechnic
04.2009 - 04.2012
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