Research Associate (Contract, Pediatric Brain Tumor Research Office)

KK WOMEN'S AND CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution in Singapore is looking for a Research Associate to expand its laboratory unit. This role involves molecular and cellular characterization related to human carcinogenesis and requires hands-on experience with laboratory techniques. Candidates should possess a Master's Degree in Science, with a minimum of 2 years' experience, and be skilled in both English communication and laboratory work. Opportunities for learning and mentorship from experienced professionals in a supportive environment are guaranteed.

Benefits

Great learning opportunities

Mentorship from clinician-scientists

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of laboratory experience.
• Technical competence in a broad set of laboratory skills.
• Experience in handling experiments with laboratory mice.
• Strong written and spoken English skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct molecular and cellular characterization of genes.
• Perform biochemical and functional experiments related to human carcinogenesis.
• Work with mouse models in the laboratory.

Skills

Laboratory techniques

Molecular biology

Cell culture

Statistical analysis

Communication

Education

Masters Degree in Science or related discipline

Job description

We are expanding our laboratory unit at the Pediatric Brain Tumor Research Office, SingHealth Duke-NUS Academic Medical Center. As a Research Associate, you will be working on molecular and cellular characterization of genes and biochemical/functional experiments related to translational aspects of human carcinogenesis, as well as mouse models.

Job Requirements

• Masters Degree in Science or related discipline with min 2 years of experience.

• Technical competence in a broad set of laboratory skills.

• Laboratory experience in molecular biological and cell culture techniques will be required.

• Experience in handling experiment with laboratory mice.

• Fluent in both written and spoken English.

• Ability to work independently, a good team player with good communication skills and dedication to the job.

• Conscientious, well organized and efficient in work management.

• Position is available for Bioinformatics, for individuals with advanced skills in computing and statistics analyses.

You are expected to work in a very friendly laboratory environment, with great learning opportunities, and mentorship from a clinician-scientist. Motivated individuals with good academic performance are encouraged to apply.

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified via email. Thank you for your application.