Research Assistant (OR/EID/WLF)

NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF SINGAPORE; Pasir Panjang; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF SINGAPORE seeks a Research Assistant for its Signature Research Programme in Emerging Infectious Diseases. The role involves various research tasks, monitoring experiments, and data analysis while collaborating with a team. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences and relevant experience, with strong organizational and communication skills. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's Degree in Life Sciences, Biology, Biotechnology or related field.
• At least 1 year of relevant experience in handling mice and performing experiments.
• Strong knowledge and skills in supporting research activities.

Responsibilities

• Perform tasks and support all aspects of the research project.
• Conduct monitoring, documenting, and reporting of experimental results.
• Assist in programming, data analysis, and literature review.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal communication skills

Written and verbal proficiency

Computer proficiency

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Life Sciences, Biology, Biotechnology

Job description

The Signature Research Programme in Emerging Infectious Diseases (EID) aims to pioneer the development and discovery of new and more effective methods for the treatment, prevention and control of new and emerging pathogens. The key outcome of the research will be the early identification of new pathogens, out of which new diagnostic tests, treatments and control strategies will be developed.

The candidate is expected to perform a variety of research under the supervision of the Principal Investigator or his designate. The main duties and responsibilities will include but not limited to the following: -

• Perform tasks and support all aspects of the research project.
• Conduct accurate monitoring, documenting, and reporting of experimental results and/or research findings.
• Assist researchers in programming, data analysis and literature review in various research projects.
• Evaluate and interpret collected data and prepare oral presentations or written reports/ scientific manuscripts/literature for publication.
• Contribute to project management, presentations, and publications of research work, including occasional laboratory demonstrations where applicable.
• Perform other related duties incidental to the work described therein.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Life Sciences, Biology, Biotechnology or other related disciplines with at least 1 year of relevant experience in handling mice and performing mouse experiments.
• Prior working experience in the areas of immunology or aging is preferred but not necessary.
• Demonstrate good knowledge, skills and expertise in supporting various research activities.
• Possesses strong organizational and interpersonal communication skills, with excellent written, verbal, and computer proficiency.
• A team player who is able to prioritise, multi-task and work collaboratively in a diverse workforce.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.