The Research Officer will oversee the progress of the research study under the supervision of the Principal investigator. They will perform a variety of research activities which include planning and execution of experiments for functional validation, leading up to a scientific publication.
Main Duties:
1. Tissue Logistics
- Tracking of biological samples received in the lab pertaining to the study
- Collection of patient samples (FFPE, Tissue, WBC,DNA or RNA) from Pathology
- DNA/RNA extraction from frozen tissue or FFPE
- Submission of DNA/RNA samples to external sequencing partner
2. Cell culture
- Generation of cell line and/or organoids from tissue collected from the study
- Maintenance of these cell lines and/or organoids in culture
3. Perform tasks and support all aspects of the research project
- Performing literature reviews when required
- Plan and execute experiments for functional validation
- Conduct accurate monitoring, documenting and reporting of experimental result and research findings
- Evaluate and interpret collected data and prepare oral presentations/scientific manuscripts/ literature for publication
4.Perform other related duties
- Laboratory upkeep and maintenance
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s/Master of Science degree in related technical discipline (biology, cell biology, biomedical science, biochemistry or molecular biology)
- Experience working in a clinical or academic environment
- Strong technical/wet lab skills
- Team player with excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently
- Independent worker, possess initiative to complete tasks and projects assigned
- Highly motivated to learn new techniques and not afraid to ask if unsure
- Able to undertake independent research progressively
