Research Assistant, Synthetic Biology & Genome Engineering

National University of Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in Singapore is seeking a full-time Research Assistant for its Synthetic Biology Translational Research Programme. The successful candidate will help with projects involving genome engineering and directed evolution. Responsibilities include performing molecular cloning and laboratory maintenance. Applicants should have at least a bachelor's degree in a related field, with hands-on experience in molecular biology techniques preferred. This role offers the chance for advanced training and contribution to impactful research publications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Life Sciences, Biological Sciences, Biotechnology, or equivalent.
• Hands-on experience in molecular biology techniques.
• Prior experience in directed evolution or genome editing is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform molecular cloning and directed evolution screening.
• Maintain laboratory and document experimental procedures.

Skills

Molecular biology techniques

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Collaborative skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related fields

Tools

PCR

DNA assembly

Agarose gel electrophoresis

Next Generation Sequencing

Job description

A leading university in Singapore is seeking a full-time Research Assistant for its Synthetic Biology Translational Research Programme. The successful candidate will help with projects involving genome engineering and directed evolution. Responsibilities include performing molecular cloning and laboratory maintenance. Applicants should have at least a bachelor's degree in a related field, with hands-on experience in molecular biology techniques preferred. This role offers the chance for advanced training and contribution to impactful research publications.