Junior Scientist, Immunology Diagnostics (Diagnostics Development Hub)

A*STAR - Agency for Science, Technology and Research; Singapore; On-site; SGD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

A*STAR – Agency for Science, Technology and Research invites a Junior Scientist to join the Immunology Diagnostics team within the Diagnostics Development Hub in Singapore. You will support product development and clinical laboratory activities, applying first-principles thinking to assay development, verification and early-stage manufacturing.

We seek a candidate with strong scientific training who can interpret results, suggest improvements, and collaborate across disciplines to translate

Qualifications

• Degree in Medical Biotechnology, Biomedical Science, Biotechnology, or a related field.
• At least 1 year of hands-on experience in protein-based assays or molecular techniques; experience in clinical laboratory settings is advantageous but training will be provided.
• Familiarity with development activities, optimization, troubleshooting and/or clinical laboratory workflows.
• Fresh graduates are welcome to apply.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for proper documentation records and standard operating procedures (SOPs) in compliance with confidential information requirement, quality system, regulatory guidelines and data integrity requirement.
• Responsible to prepare specimens for analysis.
• Assay execution, analysis and reporting using sophisticated procedures and equipment.
• Manage laboratory and manufacturing support operation including equipment calibration, qualification and maintenance.
• Manage and perform lab operations activities, including general laboratory and equipment housekeeping, calibration and qualifications, and consumables purchasing.

Skills

Protein-based assays

Molecular techniques

ELISA

Flow cytometry

PCR

Education

Degree in Medical Biotechnology, Biomedical Science, Biotechnology, or a related field

Job description

Junior Scientist, Immunology Diagnostics (Diagnostics Development Hub) 18 months

We are seeking a highly motivated Junior scientist to join the ImmunoDiagnostics team, supporting the product development and clinical laboratory activities. This role is suited for individual with strong scientific training who are keen to apply first-principal thinking and engage critically with experimental work. The successful candidate will contribute to assay development, verification and validation and early-stage manufacturing activities.

Beyond execution, the role involves understand the rationale behind experimental designs, interpreting results thoughtfully, and suggesting improvements where appropriate. You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team, gaining exposure to how scientific concepts translate into robust diagnostic products. This position offers an opportunity to develop both technical skills and scientific judgement in a collaborative and supportive environment.

Key Responsiblity

• Responsible for proper documentation records and standard operating procedures (SOPs) in compliance with confidential information requirement, quality system, regulatory guidelines and data integrity requirement.
• Responsible to prepare specimens for analysis.
• Assay execution, analysis and reporting using sophisticated procedures and equipment.
• Manage laboratory and manufacturing support operation including equipment calibration, qualification and maintenance.
• Manage and perform lab operations activities, including general laboratory and equipment housekeeping, calibration and qualifications, and consumables purchasing.

Requirements

• Degree in Medical Biotechnology, Biomedical Science, Biotechnology, or a related field.

Experience

• At least 1 year of hands‑on experience in protein‑based assay or molecular techniques; experience in clinical laboratory settings is advantageous but training will be provided.
• Laboratory skills in techniques in pre‑analytics and analytics, including basic knowledge and hand‑on experience in protein‑ and molecular‑based techniques such as ELISA, flow cytometry, mass spectrometry assay or PCR. Preferably with instrumental operational & troubleshooting skills and assay design experience.
• Familiarity with development activities, optimization, troubleshooting and/or clinical laboratory workflows.
• Fresh graduates are welcome to apply.

Personal Attributes

• Detail‑oriented and meticulous with strong adherence to SOPs and data integrity principles.
• Effective communications and good interpersonal relationship skills to support cross‑functional collaboration.
• Proactive and adaptable, with ability to be highly multi‑tasking with prompt response.
• Strong problem‑solving skills, particularly in troubleshooting workflows and systems.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.
• A strong team player with a proactive and upbeat attitude.
• Computer literate - knowledge of MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint