Project Officer (Biotechnology/Bioengineering/Chemical Engineering)

Nanyang Technological University; Singapore; Sur place; SGD 40 000 - 60 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

NTU Singapore's SLim Group seeks a motivated Project Officer to support research in molecular cloning automation, gene circuit design, and bioprocess development. You will contribute to automated workflows, design and construct synthetic gene circuits, and establish bioprocesses for biomolecule production.

As an individual contributor in a multidisciplinary team, you will execute experiments, present findings at meetings and seminars, and prepare reports for funding agencies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biotechnology, Bioengineering, Chemical Engineering or related discipline.
• Experience in recombinant DNA technology, molecular cloning and microbial expression systems.
• Working knowledge of AKTA FPLC and basic protein analytics.
• Familiarity with cyanobacteria and photosynthetic microbes is advantageous.
• Ability to independently design and execute experiments with minimal supervision.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and initiative to drive project activities.

Responsabilités

• Develop and optimize automated molecular cloning workflows, design synthetic gene circuits, and establish bioprocesses.
• Execute experiments and research activities to achieve project objectives.
• Present research findings at meetings and seminars and prepare reports for funding agencies.
• Collaborate with scientists across groups and supervise final year project students or interns.
• Manage procurement of laboratory consumables and equipment; participate in general lab operations.

Connaissances

Molecular cloning

Molecular biology

Experiment design

Written communication

Teamwork

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Biotechnology, Bioengineering, Chemical Engineering

Outils

AKTA FPLC

Protein analytics

Laboratory equipment handling

Description du poste

School of Chemistry, Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology (CCEB) is an interdisciplinary joint school under College of Engineering and College of Science at NTU Singapore. The SLim Group is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Project Officer (PO) to support research in molecular cloning automation, gene circuit design, and bioprocess development. The role will contribute to the development and optimization of automated molecular cloning workflows, the design and construction of synthetic gene circuits, and the establishment and optimization of bioprocesses for biotechnological applications. The Project Officer will be an individual contributor to a multidisciplinary research project involving molecular biology, synthetic biology, and bioprocess engineering.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize automated molecular cloning workflows, design synthetic gene circuits, and establish bioprocesses for biomolecule production.
• Execute experiments and research activities to achieve the project objectives and deliverables.
• Present research findings and project updates at meetings, seminars, and other forums.
• Prepare reports and documentation for submission to funding agencies and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with scientists and researchers within the team and across other groups to develop the required expertise and support project outcomes.
• Provide guidance and supervision to final year project students and/or interns involved in the project.
• Manage the procurement of laboratory consumables and equipment.
• Participate in general laboratory operations and activities as required.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Biotechnology, Bioengineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Experience in recombinant DNA technology, molecular cloning, and microbial expression systems.
• Working knowledge of protein purification using AKTA FPLC and basic protein analytics.
• Familiarity with cyanobacteria and photosynthetic microbes will be an advantage.
• Ability to independently design and execute experiments with minimal supervision.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated initiative and ability to manage and drive project activities to successful completion.
• Ability to deliver outcomes in a timely manner and manage competing priorities effectively.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills, with willingness to contribute to general laboratory activities.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Hiring Institution

NTU A research-intensive public university, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) has 33,000 undergraduate and postgraduate students in the Engineering, Business, Science, Humanities, Arts, & Social Sciences, and Graduate colleges. It also has a medical school, the Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine, established jointly with Imperial College London. NTU is also home to world‑class autonomous institutes- the National Institute of Education, S Rajaratnam School of International Studies, Earth Observatory of Singapore, and Singapore Centre for Environmental Life Sciences Engineering- and various leading research centres such as the Nanyang Environment & Water Research Institute (NEWRI) and Energy Research Institute @ NTU (ERI@N). Ranked amongst the world’s top universities by QS, NTU has also been named the world’s top young university for the past seven years. The University’s main campus is frequently listed among the Top 15 most beautiful university campuses in the world and has 57 Green Mark-certified (equivalent to LEED-certified) buildings, of which 95% are certified Green Mark Platinum. Apart from its main campus, NTU also has a campus in Novena, Singapore’s healthcare district. Under the NTU Smart Campus vision, the University harnesses the power of digital technology and tech-enabled solutions to support better learning and living experiences, the discovery of new knowledge, and the sustainability of resources. For more information, visit www.ntu.edu.sg About NIE About RSIS About LKCMedicine About NTUItive