Job Responsibilities

• Work with a multi-disciplinary team of scientists and engineers towards research and innovation in microbial gas fermentation (e.g. conversion of CO2 to acetate)
• Have an interest in developing biological solutions for decarbonization, sustainable chemical production, and circularity for plastics
• Design and execute experiments based on proposed project scope
• Analyze data, interpret results, and plan next steps
• Routinely perform microbial strain screening, enzyme engineering and expression, anaerobic (and aerobic) fermentation in bioreactors
• Maintain accurate records, analyze data and present research findings at conferences, meetings, and to internal / external stakeholders
• Update project and prepare summary reports and presentations regularly
• Contribute to devise proposals to seek competitive funding
• Write and publish high impact papers in peer-reviewed journals, alongside preparation of technical disclosures, patent applications
• Supervise and mentor junior researchers in the team
• Perform general lab housekeeping.
• Other duties as assigned by the manager

Job Requirements

• A PhD degree with substantial laboratory experience is required, preferably in Biochemical/Chemical Engineering or Industrial Microbiology/ Biotechnology.
• Possess proficiency in microbial strain screening and hands-on experience with anaerobic/aerobic fermentation in bioreactors.
• Preferred experience with new bioreactor prototype design, fabrication and operation. Prior experience with pilot-plant scale fermentation and lab-set-up and equipment procurement is desirable.
• Preferred capability to consistently conduct enzyme engineering and expression.
• A team player who is self-motivated and enjoy applied research work in a multidisciplinary environment.
• Experience in grant writing or grant application is good-to-have.
• Excellent analytical, writing and communication skills.
• Adaptable to team-oriented goals and requirements
• Meticulous, attention to details and organized
• Ability to prioritize responsibilities and multi-task
• Willing to travel across multiple sites to work (e.g. Jurong Island)

The above eligibility criteria are not exhaustive. A*STAR may include additional selection criteria based on its prevailing recruitment policies. These policies may be amended from time to time without notice. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Job Description

Research Associate Position in genome editing lab

The CRISPR and Genome Editing Lab led by Assistant Professor HU Chunyi, is a dynamic addition to the Department of Biological Sciences at the National University of Singapore. Currently, we are in search of a dedicated Research Associate to contribute to a research project focused on the study of CRISPR-Cas immunity systems and the development of genome editing tools.

We invite applications from highly motivated individuals with a background and/or keen interest in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology. Exceptional laboratory skills are a prerequisite and demonstrated experience in molecular/microbiology would be highly advantageous. The position entails active participation within our multidisciplinary research team, which is dedicated to advancing knowledge in biochemistry and cell biology.

The successful candidate will be a key member of ongoing research projects and will be expected to engage in ad-hoc research activities. Join us in the exciting journey of exploration and innovation at the forefront of CRISPR and genome editing research.

Qualifications

• Qualifications / Discipline:
Candidate should hold or is going to obtain a Master's Degree in one of the disciplines below: Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Biophysics (Structural Biology), Biotechnology, Bioinformatics, or related fields.

• Skills:
Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills and ability to work well in an interdisciplinary team.
Very highly motivated and independent.
Organized, dedicated and reliable.
Critical thinking and scientific achievement in research, exemplified by publications, conference presentations, or patents.

Interested applicants are invited to apply directly at the NUS Career Portal.

Your application will be processed only if you apply via NUS Career Portal.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.