Research Assistant (Innate Immunity and Cell Death Signalling)

Job Description

We are seeking a Research Assistant to join the laboratory of Assistant Professor Kaiwen Chen at the National University of Singapore (NUS). The aim of this project is to investigate uncover novel regulators of innate immune signalling and cell death pathways during microbial infection and inflammatory disorder. The successful candidate will join a young and dynamic lab and will receive high quality training in myeloid cell biology, biochemistry, molecular biology, and infection biology. For more information, please visit https://www.lsi.nus.edu.sg/corp/principal-investigators/asst-prof-chen-kaiwen/

Qualifications

Our ideal candidate

• BSC with Hons in Life Science
• At least 6 months of laboratory experience
• Experience in molecular biology (cloning, PCR) and cell culture

Terms of appointment

This is a full-time 2-year funded project with the possibility of converting into PhD studies after 12 months. Salary package is dependent on experience and qualification.

How to apply

Please email your application including CV and cover letter with contact details of at least 2 referees to Assistant Professor Kaiwen Chen - kaiwen.chen@nus.edu.sg

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More Information

Location: Kent Ridge Campus

Organization: Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine

Department : Microbiology And Immunology

Employee Referral Eligible: No

Job requisition ID : 18563