Research Officer - Translational Infectious Diseases Lab

A*STAR - Agency for Science, Technology and Research; Singapore; On-site; SGD 45,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

A*STAR Infectious Diseases Labs (A*STAR IDL) is seeking a Research Officer to support its infectious diseases research and day-to-day laboratory operations. The role involves maintaining rodent colonies, assisting with mouse model studies, and performing molecular biology procedures such as PCR and qPCR.

The candidate should have a Diploma/Degree in Biomedical Sciences or related field, with 1 year of lab experience preferred and a willingness to learn in a fast-paced research environment.

Qualifications

• Diploma/Degree in Biomedical Sciences or related field.
• Minimum 1 year of lab experience preferred; on‑the‑job training provided.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and monitor the rodent colony in line with welfare guidelines.
• Support animal-related research activities, including handling and record keeping.
• Assist with experiments using PCR, qPCR, and tissue processing.
• Perform general lab administrative and operational tasks.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Team player

Independent worker

Education

Diploma/Degree in Biomedical Sciences or related field

Tools

PCR

qPCR

Molecular biology techniques

Job description

A*STAR Infectious Diseases Labs (A*STAR IDL) is seeking a Research Officer to support its infectious diseases research and day-to-day laboratory operations. The role involves maintaining rodent colonies, assisting with mouse model studies, and performing molecular biology procedures such as PCR and qPCR.

The candidate should have a Diploma/Degree in Biomedical Sciences or related field, with 1 year of lab experience preferred and a willingness to learn in a fast-paced research environment.