A*STAR ID Labs is seeking for Research Officers 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 integrated with National PREPARE programme, to drive and deliver translational infectious diseases research to better health and economic outcomes. The Research Officer will join the Genetics of Host Immunity lab in A*STAR ID Labs, led by Principal Investigator Dr Chan Yi Hao, in our search for genetic and immunological determinants of life-threatening viral diseases. We are interested in how variants in human genes, or their immunological phenocopies, can predispose patients to severe viral diseases upon exposure to common, yet typically benign viruses. Better understanding of the cause and mechanism of disease that drive the clinical manifestations in patients can guide the development of targeted and effective therapeutic strategies against viral infections.
Job Description:
- Perform immunoassays and viral infection assays
- Conduct laboratory experiments and therapeutic candidates testing and perform data analysis for international research collaboration projects
- Work with patient cohorts and relevant models (both in vitro and in vivo) of infectious diseases
- Perform meticulous recordkeeping and able to draft delivery report to industrial partners
- Perform maintenance of inventory and procurement of laboratory consumables
- Ensure safe technical practices and procedures
- Training for the handling of BSL-3 pathogens will be provided
Job Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Sciences, Biochemistry, Life Sciences, Biological Sciences, Infectious Diseases, Microbiology, Immunology, Biochemistry or related field
- 1 to 2 years of relevant experience
- Experience with cell culture models, iPSCs, flow cytometry, serological, molecular and biochemical techniques, handling with BSL-2 and BSL-3 pathogens will be an asset
- Strong background in Microbiology, Immunology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Genetics and Genomics
- Experience in scientific software like SnapGene, Prism, FlowJo, etc
- Highly motivated and able to work independently
- Team player with good interpersonal skills
- Good spoken and written communication skills
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.
