Research Engineer: Biocatalysis & Enzyme Engineering

A*STAR RESEARCH ENTITIES; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ISCE2 is seeking a Research Engineer to join a dynamic, multidisciplinary team in Singapore. You will develop enzymes for sustainable biomanufacturing, conduct molecular biology experiments, and advance biocatalyst projects through cloning, expression, and analysis.

Strong communication and meticulous data handling are essential. The role emphasizes teamwork, problem-solving, and meticulous documentation, with opportunities to publish findings and present at project meetings.

Qualifications

• BSc or Master's degree in Microbiology, Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering, or Biological Engineering.
• Hands-on experience with microbial culture is preferred.
• Experience with bioreactors is advantageous.
• Experience with molecular cloning and bioanalytical techniques (PCR, gel electrophoresis, LC-MS) is preferred.
• Team player, self-motivated, multidisciplinary applied research experience, and strong communication.

Responsibilities

• Conduct experiments related to molecular biology, including molecular design and cloning.
• Perform protein expression in bacterial systems, including culture, fermentation, and purification.
• Plan and execute experiments based on project scope.
• Use automation and computation to aid experiments.
• Support screening, biocatalyst characterization, and hits validation.
• Analyze data, interpret results, and troubleshoot.
• Prepare presentations and summaries for meetings and literature reviews.
• Assist in preparing scientific communications and posters.
• Maintain good lab housekeeping and organization.

Skills

Molecular biology

Molecular cloning

Protein expression

Bioreactors

PCR

Data analysis

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Microbiology/Biotechnology/Chemical Engineering/Biological Engineering

Tools

PCR

Gel electrophoresis

LC-MS

Bioreactors

Cloning

Job description

ISCE2 is seeking a Research Engineer to join a dynamic, multidisciplinary team in Singapore. You will develop enzymes for sustainable biomanufacturing, conduct molecular biology experiments, and advance biocatalyst projects through cloning, expression, and analysis.

Strong communication and meticulous data handling are essential. The role emphasizes teamwork, problem-solving, and meticulous documentation, with opportunities to publish findings and present at project meetings.