Research Assistant/Associate (Dept of Medicine)

NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF SINGAPORE; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in Singapore is seeking a skilled candidate for laboratory research in Life Sciences. This role involves designing experiments, data analysis, and collaborating on publishable outputs. Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Life Sciences with at least 3 years of lab experience, and have expertise in molecular biology techniques. The position requires strong teamwork and interpersonal skills, and proficiency in MS Office and statistical analysis software.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of laboratory experience.
• Expertise in gene knockdown/knock-in, qPCR, histology, immunohistochemistry, and western blotting.
• Proficiency in cell-based assays.

Responsibilities

• Perform experiments and data analysis for laboratory projects.
• Maintain lab safety, equipment, and organization.
• Assist in writing manuscripts and grant applications.

Skills

Molecular biology techniques

Cell culture

Mice handling

Interpersonal skills

Statistical analysis

Education

Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Life Sciences/Biological Sciences

Tools

MS Office applications

Prizm software

Job description

Interested applicants are invited to apply directly at the NUS Career Portal

Your application will be processed only if you apply via NUS Career Portal

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Job Description

Laboratory:

• Design and perform experiments towards completion of the specific research aims of the ongoing projects and the overall goal of the laboratory. Carry out rigorous analysis of the data derived from the experiments, make intelligent observation and meaningful interpretation of the analysis.
• Primary cell culture and maintenance of cell lines. Isolation of primary cells.
• Animal handling and in vivo experiments
• Maintain lab in good running order including handling lab safety and regulation issues, equipment maintenance.
• Must work well with the team and be able to learn new techniques quickly.

Admin:

• The candidate will work successfully to produce publishable outputs and assist in writing manuscripts and grants
• Ensure timely submissions of required documents to relevant agencies and authorities
• Assist with grants, safety, IACUC protocol submissions, reports and amendments
• Attend study meetings as required
• Liaise with relevant internal and external agencies during the course of work
• Assist is ad-hoc admin work assigned by Senior Manager & PI

Qualifications

• Hold a Bachelor’s/Masters degree in Life Sciences/Biological Sciences with at least 3 year’s of laboratory experience.
• Hands-on expertise with various molecular biology techniques including, gene knockdown/knock-in, qPCR, histology, immunohistochemistry and western blotting.
• Experience with cell culture and cell-based assays.
• Expertise with handling mice and perform mice experiments especially in cardiology related mice work.
• Independent, with strong emphasis on team work.
• Possess strong interpersonal skills, is meticulous, organized, proactive and have an investigative nature
• Proficiency in MS office applications, (MS office, PowerPoint. Excel spreadsheet), statistical analysis using Prizm software.
• Good written and communication skills.