Research Assistant (Organic Chemistry)

Nanyang Technological University Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 39,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

None

Job summary

Nanyang Technological University Singapore (NTU) invites applications for a Research Assistant, Organic Chemistry, to support Prof Loh Teck Peng’s laboratory operations. The role focuses on laboratory housekeeping, chemical procurement, and general administrative tasks while aiding research activities under supervision.

The position involves data collection, documentation, and compliance with safety protocols, along with routine support for the PI and research team in day-to-day activities and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or a related field.
• Experience in organic or synthetic chemistry preferred.
• Strong organizational skills with record-keeping experience.
• Basic knowledge of laboratory safety and good practices.
• Ability to collect, organize and perform basic data analysis under supervision.
• Good written and verbal communication; proficient with common office software.
• Meticulous, responsible and able to work independently while prioritising tasks.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day laboratory operations, records and inventories.
• Coordinate approved laboratory procurement and purchasing documentation.
• Provide routine administrative support to the PI and research group.
• Assist with supervised experimental research, data collection and documentation.
• Support laboratory housekeeping, safety and procedural compliance.

Skills

Lab housekeeping

Procurement documentation

Administrative support

Data collection

Laboratory safety

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or related field

Tools

Office productivity software

Job description

School of Chemistry, Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology (CCEB) is a newly established interdisciplinary joint school under College of Engineering and College of Science at NTU Singapore. Prof Loh Teck Peng’s group conducts research in organic synthesis, green chemistry, and the synthesis of complex organic molecules. The Loh’s group is looking for research assistant to facilitate the group’s research and lab housekeeping.

We are looking for a Research Assistant, Organic Chemistry, to support the day-to-day operation of Prof Loh Teck Peng’s laboratory. The role will focus on laboratory housekeeping, chemical procurement, general administrative support, and facilitate the Loh group’s research.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support day-to-day laboratory operations, records and inventories.
• Coordinate approved laboratory procurement and purchasing documentation.
• Provide routine administrative support to the PI and research group.
• Assist with supervised experimental research, data collection and documentation.
• Support laboratory housekeeping, safety and procedural compliance.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or a related field.
• Relevant research experience in organic or synthetic chemistry is preferred.
• Good organisational skills, with the ability to maintain laboratory records, inventories and routine procurement/admin documentation.
• Basic knowledge of laboratory safety, good research practices and accurate record keeping.
• Ability to support experimental research under supervision and to collect, organise and perform basic analysis of research data.
• Good written and oral communication skills, with working proficiency in common office productivity software.
• Meticulous, responsible and able to work independently while prioritising multiple laboratory, administrative and research tasks.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Hiring Institution: NTU