Research Scientist (Team leader)

DENKA ADVANTECH PRIVATE LIMITED; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading biotechnology company in Singapore is seeking a Research Scientist to lead a diagnostics R&D team. This role requires collaboration with international teams and designing cutting-edge assays. Ideal candidates will have a PhD and substantial laboratory experience in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• PhD in a relevant life science discipline is a must.
• 3-5 years of laboratory experience required.
• Knowledge of diagnostics and related technologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead new business development activities.
• Design molecular and immunological assays for diagnostics.
• Provide training to junior team members.

Skills

Molecular Biology

Immunology

Diagnostics

Communication

Teamwork

Education

PhD in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Microbiology, Immunology or related field

Tools

Bioinformatics with Python

Job description

Position: Research Scientist (Team leader)

Company Description

Denka Life Innovation Research Private Limited (DLIR) is established in Biopolis, Singapore, with the aim of securing the Denka Group’s first overseas R&D base specializing in the healthcare and life science field. DLIR’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 3 - 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
  

Interested applicants should submit a full CV including a list of publications and contact details of two referees to DLIR Admin [e-mail] .

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.