Research Assistant (Senior) (CoRE)

NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF SINGAPORE; Pasir Panjang; On-site; MYR 164,000 - 263,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution is seeking a Research Assistant (Senior) to support the development of standards in Precision Medicine. Responsibilities include research, stakeholder engagement, and collaboration with industry partners. Candidates should have a Master’s degree in a relevant field, strong knowledge of molecular biology, and excellent communication skills. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to significant advancements in healthcare standards.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of molecular biology, genomics, and bioinformatics.
• Prior experience in project management and coordination is advantageous.
• Excellent research skills with clear presentation abilities.

Responsibilities

• Identify emerging domains in Precision Medicine for standard development.
• Conduct research on international standardisation in Precision Medicine.
• Convene focus groups of domain experts to identify standardisation gaps.
• Contribute to the development of national and international standards.
• Drive stakeholder engagement to facilitate adoption of standards.

Skills

Molecular biology

Genomics

Bioinformatics

Project management

Research and analytical skills

Interpersonal communication

Education

Master’s Degree in Precision Medicine, Biotechnology, or Life Sciences/Biomedical Sciences

Job description

In 2023, Enterprise Singapore (EnterpriseSG) has appointed the Centre of Regulatory Excellence (CoRE) in Duke-NUS Medical School to set up and lead the new Standards Development Organisation (SDO) supporting the Biomedical and Health Standards Committee. CoRE-SDO is hiring a Research Assistant (Senior) to provide technical and operational support in the Precision Medicine domain.

The job responsibilities will include but not limited to the following:

• Identify emerging domains in Precision Medicine for standard development in line with the goals of the Singapore Standard Council.
• Conduct research and analysis of the international standardisation landscape in Precision Medicine.
• Convene and coordinate focus groups or working groups comprising domain experts to identify standardisation gaps.
• Contribute to the development and promotion of national and international standards in collaboration with industry stakeholders.
• Review existing standards with industry partners to ensure continued accuracy, relevance, and alignment with local needs.
• Drive stakeholder engagement to facilitate the adoption and implementation of standards, including planning and managing events such as launches, workshops, and conferences.
• Provide administrative and operational support to technical committees and working groups.
• Support Singapore’s participation in international standardisation activities, including global meetings, study missions, and working groups.
• Undertake other duties as assigned by the supervisor to support SDO operations and other related duties incidental to the work described therein.

Job Requirements

• Master’s Degree or equivalent in Precision Medicine, Biotechnology, or Life Sciences/Biomedical Sciences.
• Strong knowledge of molecular biology, genomics, bioinformatics, and relevant clinical applications.
• Prior experience in project management, planning, and coordination would be advantageous.
• Excellent research and analytical skills, with the ability to present findings clearly in both written and verbal formats.
• Highly organised, detail-oriented, and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Have strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams.