Lab/Research Officer

VIVA FOUNDATION FOR CHILDREN WITH CANCER; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A non-profit organization in Singapore is seeking a Lab/Research Officer to manage their newly established academic research lab. This role involves lab support and administrative duties, along with participation in research tasks as needed. The ideal candidate will hold a degree in Life Sciences and have a keen interest in paediatric cancer research. Responsibilities include maintaining cell lines, performing molecular assays, and ensuring compliance with safety protocols. This position provides an opportunity for professional growth within a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Supportive team environment

Opportunity to learn and grow in both lab operations and research support

Qualifications

• Degree in Life Sciences or related field.
• Experience with Seahorse or Macsima equipment, tissue culture and molecular techniques is a plus.
• Keen interest in paediatric cancer research and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Generate and maintain cell lines.
• Perform molecular assays like cell culture and drug screening.
• Assist in data collation for presentations and reports.

Job description

We are looking for a hands‑on and organised Lab/Research Officer to help keep our newly setup academic research lab running smoothly. This role is a mix of lab support and admin work, with some involvement in research tasks where needed.

Main Responsibilities

• Generation and maintenance of cell lines.
• Perform molecular assays e.g. cell culture, drug screening, cell viability assays, ELISA, Western blotting, flow cytometry and microscopy.
• Involved in studies involving the Seahorse &/or Macsima equipments.
• Assist in optimization and troubleshooting of experimental protocols.
• Drafting SOPs and risk assessments.
• Maintain accurate and updated experimental records and documentation.
• Assist in data collation for presentations, reports, and publications.
• Prepare common lab reagents and buffers.
• Assist with lab operational duties, including inventory management, equipment maintenance, etc.
• Ensure compliance with laboratory safety protocols, and regulatory requirements.
• General lab housekeeping duties.

Requirements

• Degree in Life Sciences or related field.
• Experience with Seahorse or Macsima equipments, tissue culture and molecular techniques is a plus.
• Keen interest in paediatric cancer research and willingness to learn.
• Safety-conscious and willing to learn.
• Able to work both independently and with a team.
• Good communication skills.

What We Offer

• Supportive team environment.
• Opportunity to learn and grow in both lab operations and research support.