Job Description

The National University of Singapore invites applications for position of Research Assistant/ Research Associate in the Department of Ophthalmology, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine.  Appointments will be made on a 1 year contract basis in the first instance, with the possibility of extension.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Primary Responsibilities and Duties (70%)

2. 1. • Manage budget and purchase of laboratory equipment or reagents, including ordering processes
      • Assist with paperwork related to grant applications and manuscript submissions
      • Assist with travel arrangements
      • Help with compliance with Ethics and health and safety and other requirements for proper functioning of the laboratory
      • Support writing of Ethics applications and variations.
      • Ensures that all clinical and pre-clinical activities are carried out in accordance with established research protocol and standards and in compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedural requirements. (e.g. IACUC, DSRB)
      • Oversee the planning, scheduling and carrying out of day-to-day animal colony breeding activities and procedures, ensuring efficient workflow and adequate care and treatment of research animals
      • Maintain spreadsheets of animal breeding and interface with Tick@Lab

Secondary Responsibilities and Duties (30%)

2. 1. • Support the Monitoring of animals in experimental conditions
      • Support optical measures and handling of animals
      • Assist in animal surgery and tissue dissection
      • All other duties as and when assigned by immediate supervisor.

Qualifications

The applicant should:

1. 1. • Bachelor in Biomedical Science, Veterinary Science or any science discipline (Research Asst)
      • Masters or above in Biomedical Science, Veterinary Science or any science discipline with more than 5 years experience (preferably in animal-based laboratory work: Research Assoc)
      • Prior relevant experience, especially with animal work, would be an advantage
      • Self-motivated and ability to work well in a team and independently
      • Excellent verbal, written communication in English
      • Strong interest in research work.
      • Knowledge of MS Office software
      • Knowledge of NUS iRIMs, Concur an advantage

Remuneration will be commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications and experience.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

More Information

Location: Kent Ridge Campus

Organization: Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine

Department : Ophthalmology

Employee Referral Eligible: No

Job requisition ID : 31550