Research Officer (SXY Lab), IMCB

A*STAR RESEARCH ENTITIES; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research organization in Singapore is seeking a candidate to assist in characterizing animal models for retinal diseases. Responsibilities include conducting in-vivo experiments, performing molecular biology techniques, and collaborating with lab members. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field and demonstrate a strong interest in animal disease modeling. This role offers an opportunity to work in a collaborative research environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field, such as biology, biochemistry, neuroscience, or a related discipline.
• Strong interest in animal disease modelling with experience in conducting in‑vivo experiments.
• Experience in ophthalmic imaging and tissue collection techniques is preferred.
• Practical experience in cell culture and molecular biology techniques (e.g., PCR, immunostaining).
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative research team.

Responsibilities

• Assist in characterizing animal models for retinal diseases.
• Conduct in‑vivo experiments, including eye injections and ophthalmic imaging.
• Perform molecular experiments (Genotyping, PCR, Immunohistochemistry).
• Collaborate with lab members to integrate animal model data with other research approaches.
• Maintain accurate records of experiments and results.

Skills

Animal disease modelling

Molecular biology techniques

Ophthalmic imaging

Cell culture

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in relevant field

Job description

Responsibilities

• Assist in characterizing animal models for retinal diseases
• Conduct in‑vivo experiments, including eye injections, ophthalmic imaging, and tissue collection
• Animal husbandry duties for maintaining mice disease models for experiments
• Perform molecular experiments (Genotyping, PCR, Immunohistochemistry)
• Contribute to experimental design, data analysis, and documentation of research findings
• Collaborate with other lab members to integrate animal model data with other research approaches, such as cell culture, biochemistry, and clinical studies
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of experiments and results.
• Operate and maintain specialized lab equipment and ensure compliance with lab safety standards.
• Assist in general lab administrative duties, such as maintenance of lab stock and procurement.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field, such as biology, biochemistry, neuroscience, or a related discipline
• Strong interest in animal disease modelling, with experience in conducting in‑vivo experiments
• Experience in ophthalmic imaging, and tissue collection techniques is preferred
• Practical experience in cell culture and molecular biology techniques (e.g., PCR, immunostaining).
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative research team.