Multi-Omics Microbiology Research Assistant

Nanyang Technological University Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 33,480 - 46,872; Full time

Job summary

NTU Singapore invites applications for a Research Assistant to support multidisciplinary research in quantitative microbial analysis using multi-omics approaches. You will contribute to laboratory and computational workflows, including microbial cultivation, data generation and analysis, and modelling of microbial systems.

The role involves preparing reports, collaborating across teams, and supporting grant applications while maintaining rigorous lab safety and governance standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Bioengineering, Bioinformatics, Life Sciences, or related field; PhD advantageous.
• Demonstrated experience in molecular microbiology and multi-omics research methodologies.
• Experience analyzing genomic, transcriptomic, metabolomic, or fluxomic data.
• Knowledge of bioinformatics tools and workflows for amplicon sequencing or metagenomics.
• Experience with microbial culture systems; bioreactor exposure is a plus.
• Strong scientific writing, data interpretation, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and in multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Conduct quantitative microbial research using multi-omics approaches.
• Perform laboratory-based molecular microbiology experiments including cultivation.
• Analyse and interpret complex biological datasets using computational tools.
• Develop computational models to address research objectives.
• Support operation and maintenance of microbial culture systems.
• Prepare research reports, manuscripts, and presentations.
• Collaborate with researchers and external stakeholders across teams.
• Maintain accurate experimental records and ensure safety compliance.
• Contribute to grant applications and project reporting.

Skills

Molecular biology

Multi-omics analysis

Bioinformatics

Lab techniques

Scientific writing

Data interpretation

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology or related field

PhD advantageous

Tools

Bioinformatics tools

Amplicon sequencing workflows

Metagenomics pipelines

Programming for data analysis

Job description

NTU Singapore invites applications for a Research Assistant to support multidisciplinary research in quantitative microbial analysis using multi-omics approaches. You will contribute to laboratory and computational workflows, including microbial cultivation, data generation and analysis, and modelling of microbial systems.

The role involves preparing reports, collaborating across teams, and supporting grant applications while maintaining rigorous lab safety and governance standards.