Total 23 research assistant job vacancies in Science / R&D / Research category in d19 serangoon garden hougang sengkang punggol

Contract Period: From 3 Jan 2025 to 31 Dec 2026. Personnel to be deployed at the following hours:

• Mondays to Fridays from 7.30 am to 2.30 pm, inclusive of 1/2 hr lunch break.

• Service not required on Saturdays, Sundays and gazetted public holidays.

• Service not required during Mar, June, Sep and Nov/Dec school holidays unless specified by HOD Science.

Scope of Works:

In the Area of Teaching and Learning

1. To prepare and get ready resources for Science teaching and learning
2. To assist Science teachers in the setting up of experiments, etc. for Science lessons and/or activities and clearing of resources after each Science lesson and/or activity.
3. To assist in the setting up of ICT and Science equipment such as projector, iPads, dataloggers, and microscopes for Science lessons and/or activities
4. To perform yearly inventory and stock taking of Science resources and equipment in the 2 Science Laboratories and TinkerSpace.
5. To organise the Science resources and equipment in the 2 Science Laboratories and TinkerSpace.
6. To maintain cleanliness and assist in ensuring safety in the 2 Science Laboratories and TinkerSpace at all times.
7. To assist in conducting simple Science enrichment activities such as showcasing the life cycles of some animals and creative toys during designated recesses / Science school-based events to complement Science learning in the classroom.

Science Projects

1. To assist in the loan and yearly inventory and stock taking of resources in various Science Programmes e.g.TinkerSpace Programme, Science Sparkles, E2K-Ignite Programmes, etc.
2. To assist the department in monitoring the Aquaponics System including feeding the fishes and harvesting the produce.
3. To assist the department in the feeding and maintainance of the Mealworm Beetles, Stick Insects Enclosure, etc.
4. Must be able to comfortably handle ‘live’ specimens e.g. mealworm beetles Others To do any other duties as assigned by HOD Science.

Contract Period:

• From 20 Dec 2024 to 19 Dec 2026.

Deployment:

• Mondays to Fridays: 7:30am to 4:00pm, inclusive of half-hour lunch break
• Service not required on Saturdays, Sundays and gazetted public holidays

Scope of Works:

1. Oversee day-to-day running of the school’s science laboratories and facilities
2. Station and move around the Science Lab during Science lab lessons to provide assistance to students.
3. Work closely with respective level subject reps and teachers to ensure that the resources for all hands-on activities are prepared prior to conduct of lessons.
4. Prepare all necessary equipment and materials needed by Science teachers to carry out hands-on activities, experiments and demonstrations. (refer to Science Activity Worksheets provided by respective Science Level reps)
5. Maintain laboratory equipment, apparatus, materials and specimens in good working condition
6. Report all faulty machines and equipment immediately
7. Keep a stock book and breakage record and indicate to HOD Science for necessary replacement
8. Prepare an inventory of stocks annually and inform HOD Science to make the necessary purchase.
9. Maintain a usage record
10. Maintain a safe and tidy lab environment
11. Devise alternative hands-on activities in replacement to the ones found in the activity book
12. Provide care to the butterflies in the creature watch area i.e. obtaining fresh cuttings from the garden to feed them and clearing the enclosure of their waste.
13. Provide care to the chicks in the creature watch area
14. Management of the desk copies for Science teachers
15. Prepare the materials requested by teachers to carry out ad-hoc hands-on activities.
16. Provide support to CCAs such as E2K and Green Club
17. Prepare and distribute Teaching & Learning resources e.g. deskcopies etc. to Science teachers at the beginning of the school year and collect the materials from teachers at the end of the year.
18. Safe storage, usage & proper records of chemicals used in the lab.
19. Preferably the lab assistant is certified in First Aid / CPR / AED.

Deployment:

• Mondays to Fridays: 7.45 am to 2.00 pm, inclusive of 45 min lunch break
• Service not required on Saturdays, Sundays and gazetted public holidays

Scope of Works:

1. Manage two laboratories and ensure that the equipment, tools and other materials are adequately stocked and kept in working condition.
2. Carry out termly stock take
3. Liaise with teachers to prepare, set up and clear up the experiments and practical demonstrations
4. Assist in preparing resources for other Science related matters e.g. Science competition and eco-guardian activities
5. Assist in germinating the seeds for the school’s hydroponics system
6. Watering of plants on the racks near the Science laboratory
7. Feeding of fish at the eco-pond and at the greenhouse at level 4

Contract Period:

• From 13 January 2025 to 12 January 2026.

Deployment:

• Mondays to Thursdays: 6:45am to 3:30pm, inclusive of 30 minutes lunch break
• Fridays: 6:45am to 3:00pm, inclusive of 30 minutes lunch break
• Service not required on Saturdays, Sundays and gazetted public holidays
• Excluding two weeks during each school term break in June School holidays (middle 2 weeks) and in December School holidays (middle 2 weeks), where salary will be pro-rated based on the actual days required to report to school. If the school requires the personnel to work during these breaks, additional days will be compensated accordingly.

Scope of Works:

1. Provide customer service at the reception counter to support staff, parents, students, and visitors, including answering phone calls and addressing inquiries.
2. Maintaining and updating of data records, filing of documents, inventories etc.
3. Preparation of resources for the teaching of Science and Math Department (where applicable) and General Office.
4. Assist in any general and ad-hoc duties as assigned by the Admin Manager and School Leaders.

Requirement:

• At least 3 GCE ‘O’ level passes including English
• Good communication and inter-personal skills
• Good team player
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Application
• At least have 2 years of experience working in a school environment

Deployment:

The Science Laboratory Assistant is required to work 42.5hours per week, spread over 5 days.

1. During term time, Working hours: 7:00am to 4:15pm on Mondays to Fridays (excluding *45min lunch break).
2. During school holidays,Working hours: 8:00am to 5:15pm on Mondays to Fridays (excluding 45min lunch break). Stationed at GO to assist in Admin Work *12:45pm – 1:30pm - Lunch.

Scope of Works:

The duties and responsibilities of the Science Laboratory Assistant:

1. Prepare teaching resources for Science lessons, EE/LLP level programmes, E2K enrichment classes, i.e., packing of materials needed for experiments, setting up of, clearing away and cleaning of experimental set-ups and /or demonstration apparatus as instructed by the Level Reps and Science teachers;

2. Prepare resources for the conduct of Science Practical Tests and maintain examination integrity;

3. Ensure the maintenance (daily cleanliness and upkeep) and safety requirements of the following Special Rooms / Spaces under the Science Department;

• - Science Rooms
• - Maker Studio(s)
• - Learning spaces (e.g. EE Hub, Outdoor Experiential Learning spaces such as the Ecogarden, Rainwater Harvest system, Aquaponics/hydrophonics system, Butterfly Garden, Gardening areas, etc)

4. Adhere to the following requirement stated in the Safety Handbook:

PART A

• - Maintain a safe and tidy lab environment.
• - Display general laboratory safety guidelines clearly for all laboratories.
• - Display the evacuation route prominently in each laboratory.
• - Ensure that all apparatus and equipment are safe for use.
• - Ensure that chemicals are labelled properly in accordance to GHS in Chapter9.
• - Ensure that spills are handled in accordance with guidelines.
• - Ensure that chemicals (see Section 11.3.5.) and biological materials (see Section 10.3.7.) are disposed of appropriately.
• - Store, use and handle chemical explosive precursors (EP) in accordance with the regulations stated in Section 11.2.

PART B

• - Maintain laboratory equipment, apparatus, PPE, materials and specimens in good working condition.
• - Report all faulty machines and equipment immediately, and display an "Out of Order" sign prominently on the machines/equipment.
• - Check that safety devices in the laboratory, such as emergency eyewashers, showers and fire extinguishers, are in working condition.
• - Inspect gas and water systems and initiate necessary repair or maintenance work.
• - Maintain a record or file of the Safety Data Sheets (SDS) that accompany purchased chemicals (see also Section 11.3.1. on the classification of hazardous chemicals).
• - Keep a stock book and breakage record and indicate necessary replacement.
• - Prepare an inventory of stocks annually.
• - Maintain a usage record.
• - Check and replenish first aid supplies (see Annex B for the minimum contents of a First Aid Kit).
• - Guide or supervise laboratory attendants, or other personnel working in the lab, on laboratory safety.

5. Support Science/Maker-related CCAs on CCA days from 7:30am to 9:00am;

6. Oversee the use of the Maker Studio(s) by students during recess and after school;

7. Carry out regular maintenance of Science resources/apparatus and the SPARKLES Kit;

8. Carry out internal stock take of resources and inform Science HOD/LH SC on stocks to be replaced;

9. Keep record of internal stock-take, breakage record, replacement record;

10. Prepare for and support HOD/LH Science in the physical external stocktake with personel from ST Engineering;

11. Carry out follow-up actions after external stocktake, guided by HOD/LH SC;

Administrative duties and responsibilities of the Science Laboratory Assistant during school holidays:

1. The School Laboratory Assistant is to perform the following administrative duties:

• - front desk duties (e.g. handling calls in general office, attending to students)
• - filing and organising documents
• - packing of items
• - assisting ESOs
• - administration tasks assigned by the Vice-Principal / Admin Manager.

2. To be responsible for the proper maintenance of all the First Aid Boxes in the school

Administrative duties and responsibilities of the Science Laboratory Assistant during term time on an ad hoc basis:

1. The lab Asst will be called upon to assist in the administrative duties listed in item 1 when needed.

Deployment:

• Mondays to Fridays: 8:00am to 1:30pm, not inclusive of lunch break
• Service not required on Saturdays, Sundays and gazetted public
• holidays

Scope of Works:

1. Prepare Science teaching & learning resources based on:

• Workbook requirements
• Teaching needs e.g. pull out plant model display when the P3s are learning about plants to be showcased in the lab

2. Maintain cleanliness of the two labs and the equipment

3. Arrange for feeding of the fish in the aquaponics system (both

indoor and outdoor), pond at eco-garden

4. Stock-take of equipment at least twice a year

5. Assist in the inventory taking when the external audit asset team

comes by

6. Assist teachers in the lab during lab sessions if required

7. Assist teachers in innovative learning lab for Science-related

activities whenever possible including setting up of projector to

play video in canteen during recess time

8. Assist teachers in preparation of activities for Environmental and

Science club

9. Look into the display and loaning of Science books to the students on an ad-hoc basis, either in lab or in the canteen

10. Help to assist in recess activities during Science department

events such as integrated learning week

11. Help to assist during Science practical test days, will be required

to work longer on some days in Term 2 to prepare and to assist

during the days. (Up till 2:30pm, 2 – 3 days prior and after the

practical test days)

12. Must be confident in handling live specimens e.g. changing and clean of live stick insect tanks / changing leaves stalks for live caterpillars.

Deployment:

• Mon to Fri: 7.15 am to 4.45 pm
• Service not required on Sat, Sun and PH's

Scope of Works:

1. Provide support to teachers in teaching and learning
2. Assist in the preparation of apparatus, equipment and reagents for laboratory lessons
3. Maintain general cleanliness of equipment and workplace
4. Simple administrative and office work as and when request
5. Any other duties assigned by Science HOD or School

Deployment:

• Mon to Fri : 7.15 am to 4.15 pm
• Service not required on Saturdays, Sundays and gazetted public holidays

Scope of Works:

1. Prepare materials for daily lessons, department noticeboard displays, regular department programmes such as competitions and external school activities, perform gardening duties related to science curriculum and provide support for ad-hoc science programmes
2. Clean and organise science equipment
3. Maintain cleanliness of science labs
4. Manage and organise inventory list
5. Provide logistical support in department and school programmes
6. Support in administrative work, Microsoft applications - excel, word
7. Able to keep calm and work in dynamic environment
8. Assist with planting/greening activities held in eco-garden and it’s routine maintenance.
9. Any other ad-hoc duties assigned by HOD/LH-Science and/or Admin Manager

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.

Job Description

The Department of Materials Science and Engineering invites talented academics with excellent research track records in science, technology and engineering to apply for appointments as NUS Presidential Young Professors.

Successful candidates will receive:

• A tenure-track position with an attractive salary package as an assistant professor at NUS
• Up to SGD 1 million in a start-up research grant + Scholarships to hire PhD students
• An award of SGD 250,000 in white space funding

About the University

Consistently ranked as one of the top universities in Asia and the world, NUS is internationally respected for its high-quality multi-disciplinary research that addresses complex and critical issues facing Asia and the world. NUS was recently placed 8th in the Quacquarelli Symonds World University Rankings 2024.

About the College

The College of Design and Engineering (CDE)’s 10 Departments and Division as well as 10 corporate laboratories and research centres build on the convergence between the disciplines of engineering, architecture, and design to offer a distinctive interdisciplinary educational experience for our students and foster a cutting-edge multi-disciplinary research environment for our researchers.

To learn more about our College and department, please visit:

• https://cde.nus.edu.sg/

• https://cde.nus.edu.sg/mse/

Qualifications

Applications

Candidate should have/is completing a PhD degree in Materials Science and Engineering or related field, preferably with teaching and post-doctoral research experience.

Applications for the NUS Presidential Young Professorship can be submitted throughout the year. Interested applicants are welcome to submit the CV and supporting documents. You can also contact us at [email protected] if you require more information.

Deployment:

• 3 half days per week (8.00 am to 1.30 pm)
• 15 hours / week

Scope of Works:

• Maintain a safe, clean and tidy laboratory environment.

• Ensure that all apparatus and equipment are safe and clean for use.

• Maintain laboratory equipment, apparatus, materials and specimens in good working condition.

• Report all faulty machines and equipment immediately, and display an “Out of Order” sign prominently on the machines/equipment.

• Ensure that all glass apparatus or breakages are disposed of appropriately.

• Ensure that Bunsen burners and high risk items (data loggers and microscopes) are properly kept and under lock and key.

• Inspect Bunsen burners to ensure they are in good condition.

• Keep a stock book and breakage record to indicate necessary replacement.

• Check and replenish first aid supplies.

• Aid Science teachers in preparing resources for laboratory lessons.

• Aid Science teachers during laboratory lessons, when required.

• Aid Science teachers with the clearing up after laboratory lessons, when required.

• Any other work assigned by the Science HOD.

Working Hours:

Mon to Fri : 8 am to 1 Pm (25 Hours/ week)

Scope of Works :

1. Attend to operational and maintenance matters in Science Laboratories & Art Rooms;

2. Operate simple life science equipment;

3. Prepare and set up equipment and assist teachers in conducting experiment;

4. Prepare materials for Art lessons;

5. Maintains and updates data records including stocktaking of resources;

6. Perform other general administrative duties e.g. filing and typing;

7. Provide assistance in any other duties as assigned by the school and/or department

1. Prepare laboratory materials for Science activities in primary school level

2. Maintain readiness of laboratory equipment and Science laboratories

3. Maintain cleanliness & organization of laboratories and its equipment

4. Perform basic stocktaking of equipment & request to replenish when needed

5. Assist teachers during laboratory sessions

6. Assist in the maintenance of the Recycle Corner, Vertical Farm & other vegetable farming in school

7. Assist Science department members for ad-hoc duties

Working hrs: Mon, Wed, & Fri (0800AM to 0130PM)

Location: Tower Road

Requirements:

• Experience working in science labs at primary schools.
• Proficient in speaking, writing, and understanding English.
• Preferred: Ability to use phone message apps and emails.
• Preferred: Experience with duties outlined in "Scope of Services."

Scope of works:

• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized lab environment.
• Ensure all apparatus and equipment are safe, clean, and in good condition.
• Report faulty equipment and display “Out of Order” signs.
• Safely dispose of broken glass and other materials.
• Secure Bunsen burners, data loggers, and microscopes under lock and key.
• Inspect and maintain Bunsen burners.
• Maintain stock and breakage records for replacements.
• Check and replenish first-aid supplies.
• Assist science teachers in lesson preparation and cleanup.
• Perform other tasks assigned by the Science HOD.

a) Assist supervisor with formulations.

b) Develop and formulate products according to project briefs.

c) Optimize existing formulations for improved performance, stability, or compliance with regulatory changes.

d) Source and evaluate new or alternative raw materials when required.

e) Perform necessary tests, including but not limited to stability testing, packaging compatibility testing, and performance evaluations.

f) Support and troubleshoot product quality issues.

g) Provide technical support during scale-up, pilot batches, and production.

h) Ensure that formulations comply with regulatory standards.

i) Work closely with other departments such as product development, regulatory, sales, QA/QC and production.

j) Maintain a good document control system for formulation and other technical information.

k) Ensure GMP and regulatory requirement.

l) Any other adhoc work assigned by the supervisor.

Requirement:

· Diploma / Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Cosmetic Science, or a related field.

· Minimum 1 to 2 years of experience in personal care formulation or related field. Fresh graduates are welcome to apply.

· Strong understanding of raw materials, and formulation techniques.

· Familiarity with GMP and regulatory guidelines.

· Good team player, passionate and patient.

· Meticulous and organized.

Working hrs: Mon to Fri (0800AM to 0100PM)

Location: Hougang

Requirements:

Science Laboratory, Art Assistant:

• GCE ‘O’ Level qualification.
• Minimum 3 years' experience in a primary school.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Scope of works:

Science Laboratory cum Art Assistant

• Manage operational and maintenance tasks in Science Labs and Art Rooms.
• Operate simple life science equipment.
• Prepare and set up equipment for experiments.
• Prepare materials for art lessons.
• Maintain and update data records, including stocktaking.
• Perform general administrative tasks, such as filing and typing.

The Sensory Science and Oral Processing Research Platform at SIFBI seeks to appoint a postdoctoral research scientist to work on the mechanisms of oral-nasal mass transfer and instrumental simulation of the process.

Main responsibilities:

• To conduct independent lab-based research on instrumental design and construction
• To design experimental devices and set ups needed for the project
• To initiate and lead collaborations with researchers within and outside the institute
• To supervise junior researchers on project-based works
• To effectively disseminate research findings either via conference presentations or writing up research publications

Job Requirements:

• PhD degree in physics, material science, mechanical engineering, or other relevant disciplines of physical science and engineering
• Previous experience in instrument design greatly beneficial
• Knowledge and research experience in food sensory, food flavour, food physics are ideal, but not essential
• An excellent track record of research publications
• The candidate should also have excellent communication skills and is expected to establish collaborations with researchers from other scientific disciplines.

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.

The Sensory Science and Oral Processing Research Platform at SIFBI seeks to appoint a postdoctoral research scientist to work on the mechanisms of oral-nasal mass transfer and retronasal sensation.

Main responsibilities:

• To conduct independent lab-based research
• To design experimental tasks and conduct independent research on mass transfer and retronasal sensation according to the project plan.
• To initiate and lead collaborations with researchers within and outside the institute
• To supervise junior researchers on project-based works
• To effectively disseminate research findings either via conference presentations or writing up research publications.

Job Requirements:

• PhD degree in food science, food sensory, food flavour, sensory analysis, oral physiology, or other relevant disciplines.
• Knowledge on sensory receptors, sensory physiology is advantageous.
• An excellent track record of research publications.
• The candidate should also have excellent communication skills and is capable of working together with researchers from other scientific disciplines.

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.

The Sensory Science and Oral Processing Research Platform at SIFBI seeks to appoint a postdoctoral research scientist to work on the mechanisms of oral-nasal mass transfer and retronasal sensation.

Main responsibilities:

• To conduct independent lab-based research
• To design experimental tasks and conduct independent research on mass transfer and retronasal sensation according to the project plan.
• To initiate and lead collaborations with researchers within and outside the institute
• To supervise junior researchers on project-based works
• To effectively disseminate research findings either via conference presentations or writing up research publications.

Job Requirements:

• PhD degree in food science, food sensory, food flavour, sensory analysis, oral physiology, or other relevant disciplines.
• Knowledge on sensory receptors, sensory physiology is advantageous.
• An excellent track record of research publications.
• The candidate should also have excellent communication skills and is capable of working together with researchers from other scientific disciplines.

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.

The Sensory Science and Oral Processing Research Platform at SIFBI seeks to appoint a postdoctoral research scientist to work on the mechanisms of oral-nasal mass transfer and instrumental simulation of the process.

Main responsibilities:

• To conduct independent lab-based research on instrumental design and construction
• To design experimental devices and set ups needed for the project
• To initiate and lead collaborations with researchers within and outside the institute
• To supervise junior researchers on project-based works
• To effectively disseminate research findings either via conference presentations or writing up research publications

Job Requirements:

• PhD degree in physics, material science, mechanical engineering, or other relevant disciplines of physical science and engineering
• Previous experience in instrument design greatly beneficial
• Knowledge and research experience in food sensory, food flavour, food physics are ideal, but not essential
• An excellent track record of research publications
• The candidate should also have excellent communication skills and is expected to establish collaborations with researchers from other scientific disciplines.

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.

The NUS High School is a specialised school offering a seamless 6-year programme to students between the ages of 12+ and 18 years and who have an aptitude for Mathematics and Science. We invite suitable applicants for the following position.

Assistant Head / Teacher in the following subject: Mathematics

We are looking for candidates who possess a relevant professional teaching qualification (or Post-Graduate Diploma Education equivalent) and

· have a passion in the relevant teaching subjects and inspire students to love the subjects via teaching and role modelling

· can participate and contribute to the planning, development and teaching of an integrated 6-year curriculum in the relevant teaching subjects

· are effective within and outside the classroom, adopt innovative pedagogies such as IT-enabled learning, differentiated learning, collaborative learning and learner-focused interaction

· can initiate and mentor research projects

· are able to provide for the learning needs and character development of high-ability learners ranging from 12+ to 18 years of age

· are able to contribute as an effective Co-curricular Activities (CCA) teacher and form-teacher

Requirements:

· A good Bachelor’s or higher degree in Mathematics/Applied Mathematics/Computer Science

· Competent in teaching Mathematics at GCE O-Level and/or GCE A-Level H2/H3 content

· Coding experience in Python, C or Java is advantageous

· Research work experience is desirable – able to offer and guide Mathematics/interdisciplinary research projects for high school students

· Driven and able support Head of Department to lead the department in designing, implementing and evaluating an integrated 6-year Math & Statistics curriculum

· Able to collaborate with key personnel, stakeholders and external partners in curriculum innovation and strategic planning at the school level

· Experience in curriculum and/or management work in secondary schools or junior colleges would be advantageous

Employment Terms:

2-year contract, subject to renewal

Remuneration will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Interested applicants, please email your detailed resume to [email protected]

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Assistant Manager / Manager, R&D

About CorDx:

CorDx is a multi-national biotech organization focused on pushing the limits of innovation and supply in global health. With over 2,000 employees across the world, serving millions of users in over 100 countries.

CorDx is transforming the global diagnostics industry with innovative R&D solutions, a vertically integrated supply chain, and manufacturing footprints in the United States and around the world.

With nearly two decades of IVD experience, CorDx is a leader in IVD research and development, manufacturing, and supply chain. Our proprietary line of rapid diagnostic products is recognized by families and medical professionals for reliability, affordability, and rapid results.

CorDx delivers rapid testing and point-of-care medical device solutions used in the detection of infectious disease such as COVID-19, pregnancy, drugs of abuse, biomarkers, and more. CorDx is at the cutting edge of technology, artificial intelligence, and data science with the goal of delivering diagnostic solutions to some of the most critical questions in healthcare.

Job Responsibilities

• Responsible for new product development, experiment and optimize buffer composition, reagents and recipes;
• Responsible for the testing and experiments of key raw materials, able to independently plan, analyze and summarize experimental data;
• Responsible for solving technical problems encountered during the research, development & production process;
• Strictly comply with laboratory-related operation and quality management requirements
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet projects goals with overall organizational objectives.
• Any other ad-hoc duties or projects as required by the management team.

Qualifications:

• Experience in IVD, clean environment production, quality system, R&D and etc;
• Expertise in the operation and maintenance of lab instruments and data systems;
• Understand the relevant requirements of the production quality system for in vitro diagnostic products;
• A bachelor's degree with 7 years of relevant experience, a master's degree with 3 years of relevant experience, or a doctorate degree with at least 1 year of relevant experience. Others are welcome to apply.
• Familiar with in vitro diagnostic products such as lateral flow immunoassay, PCR, Immunoassay etc;
• Familiar with IVD product development and commercialization life cycle;
• Systematical project management, good planning, execution and timely communication. Good presentation skills.
• Majoring in biology, medicine, laboratory science, immunology, pharmacy or quality engineering are preferred;
• Enthusiastic, proactive, and down-to-earth work attitude, strong communication & execution ability, results driven, and a team player;
• Meticulous and strong sense of responsibility; able to handle stress and tight schedule;

How to Apply:

• Please send a comprehensive resume, a cover letter (If applicable), along with your current and expected salary and send to foongying@cordx.com or apply @ My Careerfuture.
• We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Project Overview

The Singapore-MIT Alliance for Research and Technology (SMART) Centre invites applications for Postdoctoral Associate positions in the area of crystallization science and particle engineering. The successful candidate will be expected to work on the design and engineering of advanced microparticle-based pharmaceutical drug products comprising soft (polymer/hydrogel) matrices containing crystalline drug particles, typically made using microfluidic methods. This work will be conducted in close collaboration with a consortium of pharmaceutical companies (GSK, Merck and Pfizer). He/she will be reporting to Prof. Patrick S. Doyle (MIT, SMART) and Prof Saif A. Khan (NUS, SMART) and work with their team of researchers and collaborators.

Responsibilities

Successful candidates will be working closely with CAMP researchers and industry collaborators to develop a high-throuhgput process to manufacture engineered particles.

Principal duties are

• Generate various pharmecutical particles using microfluidics devices.

• Perform appropriate analysises to characterize the engineered particles.

• Perform materials testing experiments.

• Understand a process scale-up in order to translate the technology into an industrial domain.

• Prepare reports for industrial sponors.

Requirements

• PhD degree in chemical/materials engineering or related fields.
• Experience in crystalization science, materials characterizatino, microfluidics, drug product formulation/delivery.
• Ability to supervise junior members of the team.
• Ability to work as a team and collaborate with industrial and academic collaborators.
• Excellent in communication, both written and oral in English.

The Science and Engineering Research (SER) Directorate is looking to hire a resourceful and motivated individual, who is passionate about supporting the delivery of impactful outcomes through Science and Technology, under the Research, Innovation and Enterprise (RIE) 2025 plan. The Strategic Planning unit is the nexus of policy, corporate reporting and economic analysis to ensure that SERC delivers on its strategic thrusts of value-creation and socioeconomic impact to Singapore. You will work closely with key stakeholders internally and externally to achieve the outcomes of various programmes, and develop a deep understanding of R&D policies and their wider impact on the research ecosystem in Singapore. You will acquire skills in interpreting data to develop policies, as well as develop deeper organisational awareness. The ability to be agile and thrive in a changing work environment is a must!

As a Senior Manager/Manager of Strategic Planning, your key areas of work would include the following:

Resource and Performance Monitoring

1. Support Science and Engineering Research Council (SERC)'s senior management in the governance and allocation of resources;

2. Synthesise data and develop recommendations to support executive decision making;

3. Support the constant review and improvement of SERC's strategy, operations and processes, including the improvement of SERC's investments and activities;

4. Develop specific measures of success with relevant experts;

5. Conduct financial modelling and monitor budgets for SERC entities;

6. Analyse and track performance of SERC entities in response to overall strategies.

Corporate Planning

7. Support SERC's senior management in key meeting platforms and monitor strategic and management issues across SERC;

8. Organise events for SERC's management for business reviews, and charting of strategic directions for SERC entities.

Job Requirements

9. Relevant working experience in the public sector, strategic and/or corporate planning would be an advantage

10. Ability to translate concepts into implementation plans

11. Excellent communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills

12. Proficient in Microsoft Office (Powerpoint, Words, Excel and Power BI or equivalent)

13. Strong strategic and analytical thinking skills

14. Resourceful and motivated

15. Pro-active, quality conscious, attentive to details and result-oriented

16. High learning agility and adaptability

17. Able to work independently and in a team to deliver results under tight timelines