Research Assistant, BFG

NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF SINGAPORE; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research university in Singapore is seeking a Research Assistant for a project assessing novel materials to prevent marine growth. The role involves extensive fieldwork and laboratory assays to investigate marine animal interactions with materials, aiming to create eco-friendly antifouling coatings. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences and be open to working outdoors. Strong English skills and a swimming ability are important.

Qualifications

• Degree in Biological Sciences required.
• Prepared to work outdoors and able to swim.
• Good command of oral and written English.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate novel materials for prevention of marine growth.
• Conduct intensive fieldwork and laboratory bioassays.
• Develop environmentally sustainable antifouling coatings.

Skills

Oral and written English

Ability to swim

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences (Zoology/Life Science/Marine Science)

Job description

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

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Job Description

Research Assistant isrequired for a project to evaluate novel materials for prevention of marine growth. The study will include intensive fieldwork and laboratory bioassays to understand how marine animals interact with man made materials, with aim to develop environmentally sustainable antifouling coatings for the maritime industry.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences (Zoology/Life Science/Marine Science).
• Candidate must be prepared to work outdoors and able to swim.
• Good command of oral and written English.
• Class 3 driver's licence will be useful.