Biobanking & Genomics Research Assistant

NHG Health; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

NHG Health in Singapore is seeking a Research Assistant for the Centre for Precision and Genomic Medicine to coordinate biological sample operations across NHG Health sites, ensuring accurate tracking, governance compliance, and seamless collaboration between clinical and research stakeholders.

You will support end-to-end sample handling, maintain databases and SOPs, liaise with IRB/MRCA bodies, help with procurement and budgeting, and contribute to continuous process improvements to advance

Qualifications

• Degree in sciences.
• Experience in healthcare, research, or biomedical settings preferred.
• Experience with biobanking or sample management is advantageous.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple workstreams.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end coordination of biological sample collection, processing, storage, and tracking across NHG Health sites.
• Maintain sample databases and inventory systems with accurate documentation to ensure data quality.
• Develop, implement, and maintain sample protocols and SOPs, ensuring team training and adherence.
• Coordinate with IRB, MRCA and governance bodies to support regulatory and ethical compliance.
• Coordinate procurement activities and monitor budgets for sample-related resources and services.
• Lead design and optimisation of operational workflows to improve efficiency and consistency.
• Partner with clinical, research, and administrative teams to drive process improvements and resolve challenges.
• Prepare reports, updates, and programme documentation for key stakeholders and leadership.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Degree in sciences

Tools

Database management

Data entry systems

Job description

NHG Health in Singapore is seeking a Research Assistant for the Centre for Precision and Genomic Medicine to coordinate biological sample operations across NHG Health sites, ensuring accurate tracking, governance compliance, and seamless collaboration between clinical and research stakeholders.

You will support end-to-end sample handling, maintain databases and SOPs, liaise with IRB/MRCA bodies, help with procurement and budgeting, and contribute to continuous process improvements to advance