Job Description
Job Title:  Research Assistant (Centre for Advanced 2D Materials)
Posting Start Date:  19/08/2025
Job Description: 

The candidate will work at the Centre for Advanced 2D Materials (CA2DM) at the National University of Singapore (NUS) in a highly international and multidisciplinary environment with state-of-the-art equipment and facilities. The candidate will work at a laboratory dedicated to the development of biosensors for human sweat

The position requires a proactive professional, with a wide vision from the academy through the industries, to:

  • Work with biosensors for human biofluids (saliva, sweat, etc)
  • Prepare chemical and bio-chemical solutions
  • Perform laboratory analytical tests, evaluate the results, and present reports to the team, and suggest new pathways
  • Initiate, improve, and revise chemical laboratory operations and test procedures when appropriate
  • Implement developed techniques for the identification of improvements to meet specific product specifications
  • Perform assigned tasks using standardized procedures or detailed verbal or written instructions
  • Have excellent chemical laboratory/safety practices
  • Review and understand scientific and technical literature
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills in English

Qualifications

Candidates must hold an internationally-recognized Bachelor’s, Master’s degree in the areas of biochemistry, chemistry, materials science, or related fields. Additionally, it would be a bonus if the candidate has:

  • Experience with sensors/biosensors
  • Familiarity with electrochemical techniques, or a solid understanding of the underlying principles


The position is available for 1 year with a possible extension to 2 years or more. The salary and position depend on previous experience and academic degrees.

More Information

Location: Kent Ridge Campus
Organization: Centre for Advanced 2D Materials
Department: Experimental Group
Job requisition ID : 30061