Research Assistant in Drug Discovery

OASIS BIO PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A biotech startup in Singapore seeks a talented scientist with expertise in molecular biology and cell biology. Responsibilities include designing experimental plans, troubleshooting technical issues, and developing protocols. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and at least 3 years of experience. The role requires strong technical skills in areas like mammalian cell cultures and cloning. Ideal candidates will be meticulous, creative, and demonstrate a passion for science.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience in molecular biology and cell biology.
• Background in immunology, cancer biology or related disciplines.
• Must possess at least 2 of the technical skills listed.

Responsibilities

• Design, plan and execute experimental plans.
• Troubleshoot technical problems.
• Develop and optimize protocols.
• Summarize and present literature and internal data in project meetings.

Skills

Mammalian cell cultures

Molecular work like cloning, western blot

Flow cytometry

Animal work

Education

Bachelor degree in molecular biology or related field

Job description

Job scope

• Design, plan and/or execute experimental plans
• Troubleshoot technical problems
• Develop and optimize protocols
• Summarize and present literature and internal data in project meetings
• Other tasks assigned by supervisor.

Requirements

Education level and requirements for hands-on experiences:

1. Bachelor degree with at least 3 year of experiences in molecular biology and cell biology, either in academic or industrial settings.
2. Should have background in immunology, cancer biology or related disciplines.

Technical skills

The applicant is expected to have at least 2 of the following skills

• Mammalian cell cultures
• Molecular work like cloning, western blot
• Flow cytometry
• Animal work

Soft skills

The candidate will be joining a vibrant, fast-growing biotech start-up company. We value all our employees, respect and cherish diversities and hold ourselves responsible for the training and career growth of our scientists; but we also understand that not everyone will be a good fit for the company and we’re looking for candidates who are meticulous, creative, resourceful, have team spirit and have a passion and curiosities for science and pharmaceutical industry.