Research Assistant (Environmental Microbiology)

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

We are seeking a motivated and capable Research Assistant to support research activities involving quantitative microbial analysis using multi‑omics approaches. The successful candidate will contribute to laboratory and computational research workflows, including microbial cultivation, multi‑omics data generation and analysis, and modelling of microbial systems. This role offers the opportunity to work within a multidisciplinary research environment and contribute to projects involving microbial ecology, systems biology, biotechnology, and related fields.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct quantitative microbial research using genomic, transcriptomic, metabolomic, fluxomic, and other multi‑omics approaches.
• Perform laboratory‑based molecular microbiology experiments, including microbial cultivation and sample preparation.
• Analyse and interpret complex biological datasets using computational and bioinformatics tools.
• Develop and apply metabolic, ecological, statistical, or related computational models to address research objectives.
• Support the operation, maintenance, and optimisation of microbial culture systems, including bioreactors and defined culture platforms where applicable.
• Prepare research reports, technical documentation, manuscripts, presentations, and other project‑related materials.
• Collaborate effectively with researchers, technical staff, and external stakeholders across multidisciplinary teams.
• Maintain accurate experimental records and ensure compliance with laboratory safety and research governance requirements.
• Contribute to grant applications, project reporting, and dissemination of research findings where required.

Qualifications And Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Bioengineering, Bioinformatics, Life Sciences, or a related discipline. Advanced qualifications such as a PhD are advantageous.
• Demonstrated experience in molecular microbiology and multi‑omics research methodologies.
• Experience in the analysis of genomic, transcriptomic, metabolomic, fluxomic, or related biological datasets using laboratory and/or computational approaches.
• Knowledge of bioinformatics tools and workflows for amplicon sequencing, metagenomics, or related sequencing platforms.
• Experience with microbial culture systems; exposure to bioreactor operations or defined culture systems would be an advantage.
• Familiarity with metabolic, ecological, statistical, or related modelling approaches.
• Strong scientific writing, data interpretation, and communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary research teams.
• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks and timelines effectively.

Preferred Attributes

• Experience integrating multiple omics datasets for biological interpretation.
• Proficiency in scientific programming or data analysis tools commonly used in bioinformatics and computational biology.
• Experience contributing to scientific publications, technical reports, or research proposals.

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Hiring Institution: NTU