Biofabrication Research Associate: 3D Bioprinting

Nanyang Technological University; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Singapore Centre for 3D Printing (SC3DP) at NTU seeks a Research Associate to advance in vitro bioelectronic tissue models through biofabrication and biomaterials engineering. You will design and fabricate cell-laden hydrogel constructs and conductive biomaterials, then characterize their biology, structure, and function.

Work spans tissue engineering, biofabrication, biomaterials and bioelectronics; you will contribute to interdisciplinary research and translation-ready platforms while

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Bioengineering or related field.
• At least 3 years of relevant experience in tissue engineering, biomaterials, biofabrication, cell culture, or related experimental work.
• Familiarity with mammalian cell culture practices, sterile techniques, hydrogel preparation, and biofabrication workflows.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Proficiency in experimental laboratory techniques, microscopy imaging, data analysis, quantitative characterization, and scientific reporting.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize biofabrication workflows for in vitro tissue models.
• Prepare and characterize hydrogels, conductive inks, and bioinks.
• Perform 3D bioprinting and post-fabrication processing of tissue constructs.
• Conduct mammalian cell culture, maintenance, and biological assays.
• Perform electrical stimulation and functional characterization experiments.
• Carry out microscopy imaging and quantitative analysis of biological samples.
• Support electrochemical and materials characterization experiments where required.
• Maintain accurate experimental records and assist with manuscript/report preparation.
• Contribute to laboratory operations, procurement, and equipment maintenance.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary research teams and external collaborators.

Skills

Laboratory techniques

Microscopy imaging

Data analysis

Scientific reporting

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Time management

Education

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Bioengineering

Job description

Singapore Centre for 3D Printing (SC3DP) at NTU seeks a Research Associate to advance in vitro bioelectronic tissue models through biofabrication and biomaterials engineering. You will design and fabricate cell-laden hydrogel constructs and conductive biomaterials, then characterize their biology, structure, and function.

Work spans tissue engineering, biofabrication, biomaterials and bioelectronics; you will contribute to interdisciplinary research and translation-ready platforms while