Scientist/Senior Scientist, Discovery Platform (SIFBI)

A*STAR RESEARCH ENTITIES; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research organization in Singapore is seeking a qualified individual to contribute to food ingredient fermentation studies, requiring a PhD in relevant fields, with expertise in molecular biology and bioactivity assessment. Responsibilities include conducting characterization and mentoring junior staff. Excellent communication and project management skills are essential.

Qualifications

• PhD required in a relevant field.
• Expertise in molecular biology techniques.
• Experience in assay development and bioactivity studies.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to planning and execution of fermentation studies.
• Conduct characterization of fermentates.
• Develop bioassays for bioactivity characterization.
• Investigate microbial-mediated biotransformation processes.
• Train junior staff and student interns.

Skills

Microbial biochemistry

Molecular biology

Bioactivity assessment

Project management

Presentation skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

PhD in Microbiology, Biochemistry or related field

Tools

RT-PCR

qPCR

Molecular cloning

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• Contribute to the planning and execution of food ingredient fermentation studies
• Conduct characterisation of fermentates, such as flavour production, anti-nutrient factors and bioactivity
• Development of bioassays for bioactivity characterisation
• Investigate the mechanism of microbial-mediated biotransformation process
• Coordinate further characterization of shortlisted fermentates among project teams
• Participant in industry projects and train junior staff and student interns when required

Education and experience

• Candidates must possess a PhD in Microbiology, biochemistry or related field
• Expertise in molecular biology techniques and research experience on microbial bioconversion of ingredients and bioactivity characterization
• Experience in assay development and bioactivity study
• Track record of peer reviewed publications and presentations of scientific findings at scientific meetings

Key Skills

• Knowledge in microbial biochemistry, molecular biology and bioactivity assessment
• Expertise in biochemical techniques including bioassay design and development
• Standard molecular biology techniques such as RT-PCR, qPCR, and molecular cloning
• Excellent project management skills
• Excellent written and oral presentation skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to work collaboratively as part of an interdisciplinary team
• Ability to mentor junior research staff

Eligibility

The above eligibility criteria are not exhaustive. A*STAR may include additional selection criteria based on its prevailing recruitment policies. These policies may be amended from time to time without notice. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.