Research Fellow

NATIONAL NEUROSCIENCE INSTITUTE OF SINGAPORE PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The National Neuroscience Institute of Singapore (NNI) at SGH campus invites applications for a research position focused on data analysis and translational neuroscience. The role involves hands-on molecular biology work, stem cell culture, mouse experiments, and biomarker validation using ELISA, flow cytometry, digital PCR, and seed amplification assays.

Ideal candidates hold a PhD in Molecular Biology or Neuroscience, demonstrate independent project design, and show strong collaboration,

Qualifications

• PhD in Molecular Biology, Neuroscience, or a related biomedical field.
• Hands-on experience with molecular biology, stem cell culture, and mouse handling.
• Proven ability to independently design and execute research projects, with a strong interest in translational science.
• Demonstrated passion for scientific research and discovery, with a commitment to achieving high-quality outcomes.
• Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced research environment.
• Excellent teamwork, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across diverse scientific disciplines.
• Self-motivated and resourceful, with a willingness to take initiative and drive research projects forward

Responsibilities

• Perform protein- and cell-based assays, including recombinant protein purification, native protein purification, and immunoprecipitation.
• Culture and manipulate human stem cells and induced pluripotent stem cell (iPSC)-derived models.
• Conduct in vivo studies in mice, including behavioural assays and tissue processing.
• Investigate and validate biomarkers using techniques such as ELISA, flow cytometry, digital PCR, and seed amplification assay.
• Proactively identify research opportunities, troubleshoot experimental challenges, and contribute innovative ideas to advance project objectives.
• Maintain accurate records, analyse data rigorously, and communicate findings clearly during team meetings and scientific discussions.

Skills

Data analysis

Independent project design

Team collaboration

Scientific communication

Multitasking

Strong work ethic

Education

PhD in Molecular Biology or Neuroscience

Tools

ELISA

Flow cytometry

Digital PCR

Seed amplification assay

Recombinant protein purification

Immunoprecipitation

Job description

We have a research position available in NNI @ SGH campus for highly motivated individual who have a strong desire and passion for analysing data in the Research landscape.

The candidate will be recruited to perform these following tasks:

• Perform protein- and cell-based assays, including recombinant protein purification, native protein purification, and immunoprecipitation.
• Culture and manipulate human stem cells and induced pluripotent stem cell (iPSC)-derived models.
• Conduct in vivo studies in mice, including behavioural assays and tissue processing.
• Investigate and validate biomarkers using techniques such as ELISA, flow cytometry, digital PCR, and seed amplification assay.
• Proactively identify research opportunities, troubleshoot experimental challenges, and contribute innovative ideas to advance project objectives.
• Maintain accurate records, analyse data rigorously, and communicate findings clearly during team meetings and scientific discussions.

Requirements

• PhD in Molecular Biology, Neuroscience, or a related biomedical field.
• Hands-on experience with molecular biology, stem cell culture, and mouse handling.
• Proven ability to independently design and execute research projects, with a strong interest in translational science.
• Demonstrated passion for scientific research and discovery, with a commitment to achieving high-quality outcomes.
• Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced research environment.
• Excellent teamwork, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across diverse scientific disciplines.
• Self-motivated and resourceful, with a willingness to take initiative and drive research projects forward