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Research Assistant (Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences)

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Job DescriptionThe successful candidate will work with Dr Brandon I Morinaka on production and biological evaluation of peptide natural products under a project on Genome mining and biosynthesis of peptide natural products.The main responsibilities of the position include:
  • Support safe operations and maintenance of equipment in the lab.
  • Facilitate working with undergrad students when necessary.
  • Assist with procurement and ordering of chemicals and consumables.
  • Carry out research for new peptide natural products discovery and development including recombinant protein expression, and production and extraction of natural products.
Qualifications
  • Qualifications / Discipline:
B.S. in Pharmaceutical Science, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related discipline.
  • Skills:
Biochemical techniques (protein expression and purification, SDS-PAGE, size exclusion and affinity chromatography) and/or Analytical chemistry (NMR, MS, HPLC). Good written and oral communication skills. Able to work effectively in a team.
  • Experience:
Previous research experience in a chemistry, biochemistry, or biology lab.More InformationLocation: Kent Ridge CampusOrganization: ScienceDepartment : Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical SciencesJob requisition ID : 26971