Senior Executive

NANYANG TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Singapore is seeking a Senior Executive for its laboratory. The ideal candidate will support research involving animal maintenance and husbandry, as well as data analysis. Responsibilities include maintaining accurate records and assisting in routine laboratory upkeep. Suitable candidates should possess a diploma or bachelor's degree in biomedical sciences or related fields. Collaboration and effective communication skills are essential for this role. This position is ideal for those looking to start a career in research.

Qualifications

• Entry-level candidates are welcome to apply.
• Experience in animal husbandry preferred.
• Holding RCULA animal handling certification is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Perform animal maintenance and husbandry duties.
• Assist with routine laboratory upkeep.
• Document and maintain accurate records of all work.

Skills

Animal husbandry

Molecular biology techniques

Good communication

Team collaboration

Education

Diploma or bachelor's in biomedical sciences, biotechnology or veterinary technology

Job description

The Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine (LKCMedicine) trains doctors who put patients at the centre of their exemplary care. The School, which offers both undergraduate and graduate programmes, is named after local philanthropist Tan Sri Dato Lee Kong Chian. Established in 2010 by Nanyang Technological University, Singapore, in partnership with Imperial College London, LKCMedicine aims to be a model for innovative medical education and a centre for transformative research. The School's primary clinical partner is the National Healthcare Group, a leader in public healthcare recognised for the quality of its medical expertise, facilities and teaching. The School is transitioning to an NTU medical school ahead of the 2028 successful conclusion of the NTU-Imperial partnership to set up a Joint Medical School. In August 2024, we welcomed our first intake of the NTU MBBS programme, that has been recently enhanced to include themes like precision medicine and Artificial Intelligence (AI) in healthcare, with an expanded scope in the medical humanities. Graduates from the five‑year undergraduate medical degree programme will have a strong understanding of the scientific basis of medicine, with an emphasis on technology, data science and the humanities.

We are looking for a Senior Executive in the laboratory of Assoc. Prof. Andrew Tan to conduct research, particularly involving animal maintenance, experimentation and husbandry, histopathological examination, regular laboratory upkeeping, laboratory tasks, analyzing data, and communicating effectively within the team. The role will involve supporting ongoing research projects and contributing to scientific advancements in medicine.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform animal maintenance and husbandry duties.
• Document and maintain accurate records of all work conducted.
• Assist with administrative tasks related to research projects.
• Participate in routine laboratory upkeep.
• Responsible for purchasing supplies for the lab.
• Maintain 2 to 3 animal projects concurrently.
• Perform annual IACUC reporting of mouse strains in the lab.
• Assist in annual lab audit.
• Perform lab induction and safety briefing to 4‑5 new lab members per year.
• Perform basic molecular biology techniques such as PCR, western blot.

Competencies and Educational Requirements:

• Diplomas/bachelor's in biomedical sciences, biotechnology and/or veterinary technology.
• Entry level candidates are welcome to apply.
• Experience in animal husbandry, histology, molecular biology techniques like PCR, western blot and FACS is preferred.
• Holding RCULA animal handling certification is a bonus.
• Good communication (written and verbal skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills for collaborative work environment.
• Well‑organized and focused.
• Work self‑motivatedly and collaboratively within a team environment.