School of Applied Science - Research Assistant (Food and Agrotech)

Republic Polytechnic; Singapore; On-site; SGD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Republic Polytechnic in Singapore invites applications for a Research Assistant (Food and Agrotech) within the School of Applied Science. You will support plant cultivation trials, run extraction and bioactivity assays, and help collect and present research data.

The role involves collaboration with project leaders, preparing technical reports, and assisting procurement activities. It is offered on a contract basis, ideal for candidates with a background in Food Science, Biological or

Qualifications

• Qualifications in Food Science or related disciplines.
• Familiarity with plant cultivation, growth trials and chemical lab analysis.
• Knowledge of experimental design, data analysis and interpretation of findings.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills; able to work independently or in a team.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and IT applications.
• Self-motivated, meticulous, and willing to learn.
• Contract basis is offered to the successful candidate.

Responsibilities

• Conduct plant cultivation trials to assess growth performance.
• Carry out extraction and bioactivity assays on plant samples.
• Collect, analyse, interpret, and present research data.
• Assist in preparing technical reports, presentations and project documentation.
• Support procurement activities, including sourcing materials, liaising with vendors, and raising purchase requests.
• Work closely with project leaders and team members to deliver project outcomes.

Skills

Plant cultivation

Growth trials

Chemical analysis

Data interpretation

Microsoft Office

Education

Food Science

Biological Sciences

Agricultural Science

Agrotechnology

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

What the role is:

School of Applied Science - Research Assistant (Food and Agrotech)

What you will be working on:

• Conduct plant cultivation trials to access plant growth performance
• Carry out extraction and bioactivity assays on plant samples
• Collect, analyse, interpret, and present research data
• Assist in preparing technical reports, presentations, and project documentation.
• Support procurement activities, including sourcing materials, liaising with vendors, and raising purchase requests.
• Work closely with project leaders and team members to achieve project deliverables.

What we are looking for:

• Relevant qualifications in Food Science, Biological Sciences, Agricultural Science, Agrotechnology or related disciplines.
• Familiarity with plant cultivation, growth trials, and chemical laboratory analysis.
• Knowledge of experimental design, data analysis, and interpretation of research findings.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and general IT applications.
• Self‑motivated, meticulous, and willing to learn.
• Successful candidate will be employed on a contract basis.

About Republic Polytechnic

The first educational institution in Singapore to leverage the Problem-based Learning approach for all its diploma programmes, Republic Polytechnic (RP) has seven schools offering courses in Applied Science, Engineering, Business, Hospitality, Infocomm, Sports and Health, and Technology for Arts, Media and Design. To support Singapore’s national effort to promote continuous, lifelong learning, our Academy for Continuing Education (ACE) offers a wide range of part-time programmes. We welcome you to grow with us! Discover a people- and family-oriented culture, where you are inspired to improve as you nurture lifelong learners. For more information from RP, please visit https://www.rp.edu.sg/careers or follow us on LinkedIn.