Research Assistant (OR/EID/WLF3)

Job Description

The Signature Research Programme in Emerging Infectious Diseases (EID) aims to pioneer the development and discovery of new and more effective methods for the treatment, prevention and control of new and emerging pathogens. The key outcome of the research will be the early identification of new pathogens, out of which new diagnostic tests, treatments and control strategies will be developed. 

EID is seeking a highly motivated team player to join its laboratory to focus on various aspects of translational immunology and aging research in bats. The work will be conducted in a research group led by Professor Linfa Wang who is an international leader in bat biology and bat-virus interaction. The projects focus on inflammation and aging, and have multiple national and international collaborations. 

Prof Wang’s group submitted for a 6-year European Research Council (ERC) Synergy Grant project titled ‘BATPROTECT’ recently and it has been selected for funding. This study will use bats as natural models of healthy aging and disease tolerance to elucidate the molecular mechanisms behind bat’s exceptional longevity and resistance to viral and age-related diseases. The candidate will work closely with other members of the Wang’s group and the BATPROTECT team. 

The candidate is expected to perform a variety of research under the supervision of the Principal Investigator or his/her designate. The main duties and responsibilities will include but not limited to the following: -
 

• Perform tasks and support all aspects of the research project. 
• Conduct accurate monitoring, documenting, and reporting of experimental results and/or research findings. 
• Assist researchers in programming, data analysis and literature review in various research projects. 
• Evaluate and interpret collected data and prepare oral presentations or written reports/ scientific manuscripts/literature for publication. 
• Contribute to project management, presentations, and publications of research work, including occasional laboratory demonstrations where applicable. 
• Perform other related duties incidental to the work described therein. 

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Life Sciences, Biology, Immunology, Biochemistry, Bioengineering or other related disciplines. 
• Possess good knowledge, skills and expertise in supporting various research activities.
• Prior working experience of 1 - 2 years in the areas of immunology or senescence/aging is preferred but not necessary.   
• Prior experience in handling animals is preferred but not necessary.
• Equipped with effective organisational and interpersonal communications with excellent written, oral communication and computer skills.
• A team player who is able to prioritise, multi-task and work collaboratively in a diverse workforce. 

Please submit your CV and contact information of 3 referees.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.