Research Associate Department of Pathology

NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF SINGAPORE; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in Singapore is seeking a motivated Research Associate with expertise in pathology to support cancer research. This position involves reviewing pathology diagnoses, conducting histopathological analyses, and collaborating with various research teams. Candidates should have postgraduate training in Pathology and strong English communication skills. This role offers a dynamic and collaborative research environment, making it an excellent opportunity for professionals in the field.

Qualifications

• Completed postgraduate training in Pathology for at least 3 years.
• Experience in research pathology is highly desirable.
• Strong communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Review and verify pathology diagnoses of human tissue specimens.
• Perform histopathological analysis including H&E and immunohistochemistry.
• Collaborate with research teams in experimental planning.

Skills

Histopathological expertise

Strong communication skills

Collaborative teamwork

Education

Postgraduate training in Pathology

Job description

Interested applicants are invited to apply directly at the NUSCareer Portal. Your application will be processed only if you apply via the NUSCareer Portal. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Research Associate with a background in pathology to support translational and experimental cancer research. The successful candidate will contribute to the review of pathology diagnoses and apply their histopathological expertise to analyze tissue samples, interpret histological findings, and support the design and evaluation of experimental studies. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with clinicians and scientists in a collaborative research environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review and verify pathology diagnoses of human tissue specimens for research use
• Perform histopathological analysis including H&E, immunohistochemistry (IHC), immunofluorescence (IF), and in situ hybridization
• Collaborate with research teams in experimental planning and study design
• Review and annotate digital pathology images for research and AI training purposes
• Maintain accurate laboratory records and contribute to manuscripts, reports, and presentations

Qualifications

• Completed postgraduate training in Pathology for at least 3 years and/or prior experience working as a diagnostic pathologist in their home country
• Experience in research pathology is highly desirable
• Strong communication skills in English and ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team