SIMON LIM ENG SENG
Punggol
Summary
Accomplished forensic scientist with over 20 years of experience in laboratory management, Quality Assurance, and innovation. Proven expertise in setting up new laboratories, achieving ISO17025 and CTRnet accreditation, and leading forensic initiatives. Adept at project management, research, and stakeholder engagement to drive operational excellence. Detail-oriented Quality Supervisor with 10 over years of experience in successful program development. Known for promoting positive professional relationships and providing exemplary customer service. Skilled in time management and team coordination.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Laboratory Operations and QC Manager
Cryomics Pte Ltd
08.2022 - Current
- Spearheaded laboratory setup, planning, and renovation, ensuring seamless operations
- Successfully achieved CTRnet biobanking accreditation (Aug 2024) without any non-compliance
- Oversaw laboratory operations, SOP development, equipment procurement, and LIMs system implementation
- Managed Quality Control procedures and accreditation compliance
Head, Home Team Investigation Laboratory
Home Team Science and Technology (HTX)
08.2019 - 08.2022
- Led forensic laboratory operations, budget planning, and equipment management
- Implemented accreditation preparation and compliance for forensic lab
- Provided subject matter expertise for ministerial policies on forensic biology
Forensic Consultant
Life Technologies
05.2013 - 05.2019
- Assisted clients in validating forensic methodologies and implementing Quality Assurance protocols
- Trained forensic scientists and law enforcement agencies in forensic biology
Senior Forensic Scientist
Health Sciences Authority
01.2003 - 01.2013
- Pioneered the setup of Singapore’s National DNA Database Laboratory, attaining ISO17025 accreditation
- Led laboratory operations, SOP development, and compliance reviews
- Conducted training for law enforcement agencies and forensic practitioners
Education
M.Sc. - Biological Sciences (Forensic DNA Research)
National University of Singapore
Singapore01.2011
B.Sc. (Hons) - Cell and Molecular Biology
National University of Singapore
Singapore01.2001
Skills
- Molecular Biology Techniques
- NGS
- LIMS
- Freezerworks
- Microsoft Office
- SAP
- Risk assessment capabilities
- Corrective and preventive actions
- Quality assurance expertise
- Project management experience
- Regulatory compliance
Accomplishments
- Established multiple laboratories with full accreditation.
- Achieved ISO17025 accreditation (2005) and CTRnet accreditation (2024) with zero non-compliance.
- Completed 36 internal research projects and 4 external collaborations.
- Published 11 research papers and presented at 13 international conferences.
- Trained forensic professionals in Singapore, Malaysia, Brunei, Japan, and Indonesia.
- Recognized in international disaster victim identification efforts.
Volunteer Community Service
- Director, Children’s Ministry, Gospel Light Christian Church, 2013 – 2021
- Mentor, Punggol Family Centre & Yong-En Family Centre
Awards Recognition
- Innovation and Enterprise Award, Health Sciences Authority, 2005, 2006
- Overseas Service Medal, Singapore Police Force, 2005
- Technological Enterprise Challenge Research Award, PMO, 2008
- Canterbury Earthquake Citation, New Zealand High Commissioner, 2012
Timeline
Laboratory Operations and QC Manager
Cryomics Pte Ltd
08.2022 - Current
Head, Home Team Investigation Laboratory
Home Team Science and Technology (HTX)
08.2019 - 08.2022
Forensic Consultant
Life Technologies
05.2013 - 05.2019
Senior Forensic Scientist
Health Sciences Authority
01.2003 - 01.2013
M.Sc. - Biological Sciences (Forensic DNA Research)
National University of Singapore
B.Sc. (Hons) - Cell and Molecular Biology
National University of Singapore
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