Research Officer (Ref:DSSOPC)

Singapore General Hospital; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution in Singapore is seeking a research candidate to process clinical biosamples and contribute to cancer biology research. The role includes maintaining inventory, performing molecular biology work, and ensuring project milestones are met. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Science and experience with human samples. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential to thrive in a collaborative environment. Opportunities for publications will be provided.

Benefits

Opportunities for publications

Qualifications

• Experience working with human samples is required.
• Familiarity with various biosample processing techniques.
• Well organized and detail-oriented individual.

Responsibilities

• Timely processing of valuable clinical biosamples.
• Keep track of sample inventory and regularly update sample numbers.
• Establish methodology and run research independently.

Skills

Analytical skills

Technical skills

Problem-solving skills

Excellent communication skills

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor Degree in Biomedical Science or equivalent

Tools

Flow cytometry

ELISA

Western-blot

Cell culture

Animal work

Job description

Overview

The incumbent will work as part of an established and nationally funded multi-disciplinary research group that focuses on hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC). The incumbent will work closely with patient cohorts and relevant pre-clinical models; processing biosamples and conducting of experiments to ensure timely achievement of project milestones. The ideal candidate will have a background in handling and processing of patient’s biosamples, maintaining the inventory of biosamples repository, as well as experience in molecular and cell biology functional work.

The successful candidate will thrive in a dynamic and collaborative research environment, working closely with post-docs, clinical coordinators, bioinformaticians, clinicians, and researchers involved in ongoing clinical trials. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge cancer biology research, with the potential to directly impact therapeutic strategies for HCC patients. Expertise in cancer models, immunohistochemistry, and translational research is highly desirable. Opportunities for publications will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Timely processing of valuable clinical biosamples.
• Keep track of sample inventory, regular update on the sample numbers.
• Able to perform molecular and cell biology functional work.
• Able to establish the methodology, troubleshoot and run the research independently.

Requirements

• Bachelor Degree in Biomedical Science or equivalent.
• Experience working with human samples is required.
• Familiarity with techniques like flow cytometry, ELISA, western-blot, cell culture, animal work will be an advantage.
• Possess excellent analytical, technical and problem-solving skills.
• Well organized and detail oriented.
• Ability to coordinate diverse groups of people.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to work independently and interactively in a team setting, motivated, responsible and a fast learner.