Research Engineer (Wet Lab)

NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF SINGAPORE; Singapore; On-site; SGD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research university in Singapore is looking for a highly motivated researcher to develop microbes for biomanufacturing. The role involves operating lab equipment, performing biological experiments, and ensuring accurate data documentation. Candidates must have at least a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and possess strong lab skills, problem-solving abilities, and excellent teamwork skills. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to sustainable biomanufacturing solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biomedical engineering, life science, or biotechnology.
• Relevant research experience required.
• Knowledge in biochemistry and synthetic biology is essential.

Responsibilities

• Operate characterization equipment like microplate reader and HPLC.
• Perform biomolecular experiments including culturing and PCR.
• Document experimental data adhering to IP standards.

Skills

Biochemistry knowledge

Lab skills in life sciences

Strong writing and editing

Team collaboration

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in biomedical engineering or related fields

Tools

Microplate reader

HPLC

PCR equipment

Gel electrophoresis equipment

Job description

Interested applicants are invited to apply directly at the NUSCareer Portal

Your application will be processed only if you apply via NUSCareer Portal

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated researcher to join our group at National University of Singapore (NUS) for the development of microbes for biomanufacturing, a field which is rapidly developing and has great potential in providing environmentally friendly and sustainable solutions to address our ongoing challenges.

Our group @ NUS (https://engbio.syncti.org) specializes in Synthetic Biology in which we engineer microbes with useful capabilities for medical and industrial applications and we are part of SynCTI at NUS (https://syncti.org).

Primary Responsibilities:

• Operating the characterization equipment, such as microplate reader, HPLC, etc.
• Performing biomolecular and biology experiments, such as culturing cells, PCR, Gel electrophoresis, transformation, plasmid extraction, etc.
• Presenting scientific and technical data in a clear and cohesive manner.
• Ensuring scientific integrity and documentation of experimental data to meet standards suitable for intellectual property, and publication.
• Working closely with colleagues/collaborators who are engineering the microbes.

Qualifications

• Possess at least a bachelor’s degree in biomedical engineering, life science, biotechnology, or other related fields with relevant research experience.
• Has knowledge & lab skills in biochemistry, life science, biomedical engineering, engineering biology, or synthetic biology.
• Has demonstrated record of identifying and developing creative approaches to difficult problems.
• Strong writing, editing, and presentation skills required.
• Ability to work as part of a team, collaborating and communicating effectively with members of other functional groups.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to multi-task and embrace change in an extremely fast-paced environment.
• Open to fixed term contract.