Research Scientist

ACExcellent Consulting; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ACExcellent Consulting seeks a skilled Research Scientist for their diagnostics R&D team in Singapore. The successful candidate will lead assay development and collaborate on innovative projects, requiring a PhD and substantial lab experience. Join a dynamic environment focused on advancing healthcare technologies through cross-functional teamwork.

Qualifications

• PhD in a suitable life science or engineering discipline.
• 2 - 5 years laboratory experience.
• Knowledge of molecular-biological and immunological techniques.

Responsibilities

• Lead new business development activities.
• Design molecular and immunological assays at various stages.
• Ensure accurate documentation of laboratory work.

Skills

Knowledgeable in diagnostics

Communication skills

Self-driven

Multi-tasking

Team player

Education

PhD in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Microbiology, Immunology

Tools

Bioinformatics with python script

Job description

Company Description

The company is established in Biopolis, Singapore, with the aim of securing the company’s first overseas R&D base specializing in the healthcare and life science field. The company's location and setting are expected to help the company secure and nurture researchers capable of leading cutting-edge R&D projects that involve collaboration with institutions around the world.

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Research Scientist to join our diagnostics R&D team in Biopolis, Singapore. The successful candidate will be working as a team leader of both molecular and immunological assay development team. The role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams in both Singapore and Japan, understanding the target product profile for the intended use, conducting feasibility studies of novel technologies, and ensuring designs meet technical requirements.

Employment type

3 years (renewable contract)

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Lead the new business development activities
• Propose new research projects, constantly
• Successful milestone management via clear goal setting.
• Design for molecular and immunological assays for diagnostics at various stages, including proof-of-concept, prototype design, optimization and validation.
• Comply with all laboratory safety standards and guidelines
• Ensure accurate and systematic documentation of laboratory work.
• Actively provide ongoing training to junior members of the cross-functional teams.

Key Requirements:

Must:

• PhD in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Microbiology, Immunology or other suitable life science or engineering discipline.
• At least 2 - 5 years laboratory experience
• Knowledgeable in diagnostics, and basic life sciences technologies such as molecular-biological and immunological techniques
• Self-driven player who can multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Team player with excellent communication skills
• Working on-site with cross-functional teams

Highly Advantageous:

• Experience with ISO 13485
• Bioinformatics with python script