Senior Scientist, Translational Retinal Research

A*STAR - Agency for Science, Technology and Research; Singapore; On-site; SGD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A*STAR - Agency for Science, Technology and Research in Singapore is looking for a motivated Scientist to join the Translational Retinal Research Laboratory. The position focuses on developing innovative therapies for retinal diseases and offers opportunities in disease modelling and preclinical evaluation.

The ideal candidate should hold a PhD and possess strong experimental skills, with responsibilities including in-vitro disease models and therapeutic evaluation in rodent studies. Collaborative work and scientific communication are key components of this role.

Qualifications

• PhD in a relevant field with strong hands-on experience in cell culture.
• Demonstrated experience in rodent studies including injections and dissections.
• Ability to design, execute, and troubleshoot experiments independently.

Responsibilities

• Develop and perform in-vitro retinal disease models using stem cells.
• Conduct therapeutic evaluations and transplant studies in rodents.
• Perform in-vivo procedures including ocular injections and retinal imaging.

Skills

Experimental skills

Scientific communication

Teamwork

Project management

Education

PhD in Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Neuroscience, Ophthalmology, Biomedical Sciences, or a related discipline

Tools

Cell culture and disease modelling techniques

Histology and immunofluorescence

Microscopy

Job description

A*STAR - Agency for Science, Technology and Research in Singapore is looking for a motivated Scientist to join the Translational Retinal Research Laboratory. The position focuses on developing innovative therapies for retinal diseases and offers opportunities in disease modelling and preclinical evaluation.

The ideal candidate should hold a PhD and possess strong experimental skills, with responsibilities including in-vitro disease models and therapeutic evaluation in rodent studies. Collaborative work and scientific communication are key components of this role.