Research Assistant (OR/EID/NWC)

National University of Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The National University of Singapore is seeking a Research Assistant for the Duke-NUS Medical School to support its Signature Research Programme in Emerging Infectious Diseases. This role involves planning and conducting research studies, analysing experiments, and maintaining laboratory practices.

Applicants should have a Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences or a related discipline, with a strong interest in virology and immunology. The position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a collaborative research environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences or a related discipline is required.
• Relevant research experience is desirable but not mandatory.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and presentation communication skills are important.

Responsibilities

• Plan, conduct, and analyse experiments independently and collaboratively.
• Record, monitor, and report research findings precisely.
• Process, document, and manage clinical samples with accurate inventory and traceability.

Skills

Strong interest in infectious diseases

Collaboration skills

Strong interpersonal communication

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences or related discipline

Job description

Job Title: Research Assistant (OR/EID/NWC)

University-Level Unit: Duke-NUS Medical School

Faculty/Department-Level Unit: Office of Research

Employee Category: Research Staff

Location: Outram Campus

Posting Start Date: 11/06/2026

Job Description

The Signature Research Programme in Emerging Infectious Diseases (EID) aims to pioneer our understanding of emerging infections through world-class research that integrates immunology, infection biology, pathogen genomics, and computational approaches. This integration drives comprehensive studies of host–pathogen interactions across molecular, individual, and population scales to address emerging health challenges.

The selected candidate will perform a variety of research activities which include planning, organising and conducting research studies within the overall scope of a research project under the supervision of the Principal Investigator or his/her designate, including but not limited to the following:

• Plan, conduct, and analyse experiments independently and collaboratively.
• Record, monitor, and report research findings precisely.
• Process, document, and manage clinical samples with accurate inventory and traceability.
• Assist senior researchers with ongoing laboratory projects and operations.
• Maintain good laboratory practices and adhere to safety regulations.
• Perform other related duties incidental to the work described therein.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences or a related discipline.
• Relevant research experience is desirable but not mandatory.
• Strong interest in infectious diseases, virology and immunology.
• Highly motivated with the ability to work collaboratively in a diverse research environment.
• Able to work independently while being responsible, detail-oriented, and organised.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and presentation communication skills.

Req ID: 33181