Research Assistant (Applied Microbiology)

Borr Drilling; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the drilling industry is seeking an innovative individual to join their research team in studying microbial biotransformation of botanical extracts. The role involves maintaining bacterial cultures and conducting detailed analytical work to contribute to the development of bioactive ingredients. The ideal candidate will have a background in microbiology or a related field, making this an excellent opportunity for someone eager to grow and develop their skills.

Benefits

Comprehensive training in fermentation methods

Mentorship in experimental design and data analysis

Opportunity to contribute to publications

Qualifications

• 6+ months wet lab experience (academic or industry).
• Comfort with precise experimental work.
• Willingness to learn anaerobic techniques.

Responsibilities

• Maintain bacterial cultures and prepare media.
• Conduct fermentations and analyze products.
• Document procedures and maintain lab records.

Skills

Wet lab experience

Attention to detail

Education

BS/BA in Microbiology

Food Science, Biochemistry

Job description

Project Scope:

Join our innovative research team studying microbial biotransformation of botanical extracts! This project investigates how different bacterial strains transform plant-derived compounds, with applications in bioactive ingredient development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain bacterial cultures.

• Prepare and sterilize various plant-based media.

• Conduct time-course fermentations with precise sampling.

• Perform microbial enumeration (plate counts, OD measurements).

• Analyze fermentation products (pH, acidity, HPLC et al).

• Document procedures and maintain detailed lab records.
  

Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• BS/BA in Microbiology, Food Science, Biochemistry or related field.

• 6+ months wet lab experience (academic or industry).

• Comfort with repetitive but precise experimental work.

• Willingness to learn anaerobic/handling techniques.

• Flexibility for occasional early/late weekday sampling.
  

Bonus Qualifications:

• Experience with bacterial culture maintenance.

• Basic knowledge of phytochemicals or botany.

• Familiarity with any analytical instrumentation.
  

We Provide:

• Comprehensive training in fermentation methods.

• Mentorship in experimental design and data analysis.

• Opportunity to contribute to publications.