Job Description

The National University of Singapore invites applications for a Research Assistant for ‘Versatile and scalable single-cell preimplantation genetic testing for chromosomal aneuploidy and segmental imbalances with/without concurrent Mendelian mutation detection using third-generation single-molecule sequencing’ in the Department of Paediatrics, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine.

Department of Paediatrics is committed to the advancement of paediatric scientific research in Singapore and the Southeast Asia region. The department's key research areas include cancer, genetics, immunology, metabolic diseases and cardiac health as well as studies on disease trends, health outcomes and neurocognitive development problems. More information on the department is available at https://medicine.nus.edu.sg/paed/.

The appointment will be made on a one year contract basis, with the possibility of extension.

Purpose of the post

The Research Assistant will be responsible for, and work closely with, the Principal Investigator and study team members to ensure the successful completion of the study on time. The Research Assistant’s principal role will be to work in general practices such as wet-laboratory experiments, data collections and analysis, including related safety & health performances.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

The Research Assistant will report to the Principal Investigator to,

1. Oversee the general management of the project;
2. Undertake the day to day running of the project; Provide wet-laboratory and data analysis support to the project, e.g., development and troubleshooting of bioinformatics pipelines for application in next-generation sequencing data analysis, etc.;
3. Provide administrative research support, e.g., organizing meeting to maintain regular communication with members of the research team, safety & heath management of the research activities, etc.;
4. Conduct literature searches, e.g., using PubMed, for analysis and comparison of study results, as well as assisting in preparing both progress and final reports of the project;
5. Establishment and implementation of relevant safety & heath procedures related to study processes.
6. Maintain the highest standard of professional conduct and record keeping in accordance with policies and procedures;
7. Assist with any other duties of a similar nature that are delegated by the PI.

Qualifications

The applicant should:

1. have a first degree with good results or holds a Bachelor degree in life sciences, biotechnology or related disciplines;
2. be able to work independently and in a team, have an investigative nature, attention to detail;
3. have knowledge of computer applications, e.g., Microsoft Office Suite (e.g., MS Excel, MS Words, MS PowerPoint);
4. have experiences in the molecular genetics’ areas of research, e.g., polymerase chain reaction, next-generation sequencing, etc.

Remuneration will be commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications and experience. Informal enquiries are welcome and should be made to Mr. Arnold Tan at paev104@nus.edu.sg, bearing subject heading ‘Research Assistant – Paediatrics/MGG (2024Oct)’.

Please submit your application, indicating the current/expected salary, supported by a detailed CV (including personal particulars, academic and employment history, complete list of publications/oral presentations and full contacts of three (3) referees to this job portal.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

More Information

Location: Kent Ridge Campus

Organization: Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine

Department : Paediatrics

Employee Referral Eligible: No

Job requisition ID : 26788