Research Assistant - Synthetic Biology & Microbiome Lab

National University of Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The National University of Singapore invites applications for a Research Assistant in the Synthetic Biology Translational Research Programme based at Kent Ridge Campus. You will support bacterial cultivation, lab workflows, and high-throughput screening efforts under the supervision of the Kuziel Lab, focusing on botanicals, microbiomes, and host homeostasis.

Initial appointment is for 1 year with possible extension.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Life Sciences, Biomedical Sciences, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Strong hands-on experience or coursework in microbiology or cell culture.
• Highly organized with keen attention to detail and ability to manage daily workflows.
• Good communication and collaborative spirit to work in a team.
• Exposure to high-throughput screening is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in cultivation and maintenance of diverse prokaryotic microorganisms.
• Support high-throughput microbial screening and phenotypic characterization.
• Assist with sample preparation and routine next-generation sequencing library prep.
• Support general research activities, including media prep and reagent inventories.
• Provide collaborative support to lab members and other RAs.
• Assist in other duties as delegated by the PI.

Skills

Microbiology basics

Cell culture

Organizational skills

Task prioritization

Team communication

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Life Sciences or related

Job description

The National University of Singapore invites applications for a Research Assistant in the Synthetic Biology Translational Research Programme based at Kent Ridge Campus. You will support bacterial cultivation, lab workflows, and high-throughput screening efforts under the supervision of the Kuziel Lab, focusing on botanicals, microbiomes, and host homeostasis.

Initial appointment is for 1 year with possible extension.