Biofabrication Research Associate: 3D Bioprinting

Nanyang Technological University Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 56,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

The Singapore Centre for 3D Printing (SC3DP) at NTU is seeking a Research Associate to advance in vitro bioelectronic tissue models through biofabrication and biomaterials engineering. You will design and fabricate cell-laden hydrogels, conductive biomaterials, and engineered tissue platforms, and perform their biological, structural and functional characterization.

The role involves interdisciplinary collaboration, rigorous documentation, and contributing to translational research 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.
• Competent in soft skills including problem-solving, adaptability, interdisciplinary collaboration, and scientific communication.
• Ability to work independently, develop solutions under strict timelines, and maintain meticulous experimental records with strong organizational and time management skills.
• Candidates with strong hands-on laboratory experience are welcome to apply.

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

Cell culture

Microscopy

Data analysis

Scientific reporting

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Problem solving

Communication

Independent work

Education

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master's degree in Bioengineering

Related field

Job description

The Singapore Centre for 3D Printing (SC3DP) at NTU is seeking a Research Associate to advance in vitro bioelectronic tissue models through biofabrication and biomaterials engineering. You will design and fabricate cell-laden hydrogels, conductive biomaterials, and engineered tissue platforms, and perform their biological, structural and functional characterization.

The role involves interdisciplinary collaboration, rigorous documentation, and contributing to translational research while