A*STAR Infectious Diseases Labs (A*STAR ID Labs) is seeking for a Research Officer to join us in our mission to be a leading centre of infectious diseases research. A*STAR ID Labs aims to develop a cohesive A*STAR response to drive and deliver translational infectious diseases research to better health and economic outcomes.
The laboratory of Antimicrobial Resistance and Drug Development in A*STAR ID Labs is looking for a highly self-motivated individual to join us as a Research Officer. Our lab is interested in developing new screening assays for drug discovery and early-stage antimicrobial drug development. Lab has extensive experience working with various pathogens (bacteria, virus and parasites).
The job responsibilities include:
- Bacterial and viral assay development and assay optimization
- Compound screening
- Target deconvolution (understanding mechanisms of action and resistance of selected compounds)
- Design and conduct experiments including data collection and analysis
- Summarize and present the data in lab meetings
- Develop new research techniques and approaches
- Collaborative spirit with internal and external collaborators
- Perform maintenance of inventory and procurement of laboratory consumables
- Ensure safe technical practices and procedures
Job Requirements:
- Bachelor Degree in Life Sciences/Biomedical Sciences, Microbiology, Molecular Biology or related field
- 5 years of relevant experience or candidates with relevant final year project expereince
- Highly motivated and able to work independently
- Adaptable to working with different organisms (bacteria or viruses)
- Team player with good interpersonal skills
- Good spoken and written communication skills
- Possible work in a BSL3 facility
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.
