Research Scientist

NEOCYTOGEN THERAPEUTICS PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading biotechnology company in Singapore is seeking a Research Scientist to work on pioneering cell and gene therapies. The role involves designing experiments and performing advanced molecular biology techniques in a collaborative environment. Ideal candidates hold a Master's or PhD in relevant fields and have substantial lab experience.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of bench work experience in cellular and molecular analysis.
• Strong background in tumor immunology and virology preferred.
• Experience with genetic engineering and viral vectors is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute experiments, troubleshoot issues, and analyze data.
• Record results systematically and follow safety regulations.
• Train and guide new colleagues as needed.

Skills

Cell Culture

Molecular Cloning

Real-time PCR

Flow Cytometry

ELISA

Cytotoxicity Assay

Education

Master’s Degree or PhD in Life Sciences

Job description

Neocytogen Therapeutics is a biotechnology company, focusing on cell and gene therapy. We are pioneering the next generation of cancer immunotherapies. Our cutting-edge research harnesses the power of neoantigens to develop personalized treatments. We excel in advanced cell therapies, including allogeneic CAR-T and CAR-NK, designed to precisely target and eliminate cancer cells. Additionally, we are at the forefront of innovation with our iPSC-derived CAR-macrophages, offering a groundbreaking approach to treating solid tumors. Our mission is to transform the landscape of cancer therapy, enhance clinical outcomes, and bring hope to patients worldwide.

We are seeking to recruit a Research Scientist to work in the field of cell and gene drug development. This is an excellent mid-to-high level job for candidates interested in pursuing industry experience/or developing skillsets in cellular and molecular analysis.

The candidate’s responsibility including the following:

1. Design and draft the experiment plan independently.

2. Execute the experiment with the team, troubleshoot the experimental problems, data collection and analysis, and draft the experiment report.

3. Ensure all experiments and results are recorded completely and systematically.

4. Perform experiments including but not limited to cell culture (such as immune cell culture, tumor cell culture, etc), flow cytometry, cytotoxicity assay, ELISA, qPCR, immunofluorescence, molecular design and cloning, viral vector packaging, virus titer determination and other related experiments.

5. Ensure that standard operating procedures and safety regulations are followed.

6. Assist in supervising, training and guiding new colleagues when required.

7. Read, analyze and interpret scientific papers and patents, and summarize the main points of the literature.

8. Author or review protocols, experiment records, technical reports, and technology transfer documents.

Qualifications:

1. Master’s Degree or PhD degree in Life Sciences, Cell Biology, Immunology, Molecular Biology or in any related field with at least three years of bench work experience.

2. Extensive experience in immune cell culture and stem cell culture is preferred.

3. Strong background and working experience of molecular and cellular biology techniques, such as cell culture, molecular cloning, real-time PCR, ELISA, cytotoxicity assay, and flow cytometry.

4. Strong background of tumor immunology and virology is preferred.

5. With experience of designing experiment protocol, executing the protocol, analyzing data, troubleshooting and making conclusion.

6. Team player and willing to learn.

7. Prior experience in genetic engineering, viral vectors, exosome or nanoparticles characterization is preferred.

8. Prior experience in animal study is a plus.

Apply now by submitting a CV to [e-mail]

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