Job Description
Job Title:
Research Assistant (Biological Sciences)
University-Level Unit:
Science
Faculty/Department-Level Unit:
Biological Sciences
Employee Category:
Research Staff
Location_ONB:
Kent Ridge Campus
Posting Start Date:
06/07/2026
Job Description
The successful candidate will work with A/P Darren Yeo Chong Jinn on eDNA under a project titled “Optimising environmental DNA approaches for detection and monitoring of forest streams and freshwater swamp diversity”.
The main responsibilities of the position include:
- Field and lab work required for the project
- Data analyses and report preparation
- Dissemination of findings via publications and presentations
Qualifications
BSc (Hons) in Ecology and/or Life Science or equivalent
Skills:
- Research skills including statistical and analytic skills is essential
- Excellent writing abilities are desirable
- Physically fit for fieldwork in tropical freshwater environment
- Independence, but also able to work well with others in a highly collaborative, team-oriented environment
Experience:
- Prior experience in aquatic field research and molecular biology
More Information
Location: Kent Ridge Campus
Organization: Science
Department : Biological Sciences
Employee Referral Eligible: No
Job requisition ID : 33560
Req ID:
33560