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Research Associate (Biotechnology/Bioengineering/Chemical Engineering)

  • Full Time, onsite
  • Nanyang Technological University
  • NTU Main Campus, Singapore
Salary undisclosed

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The School of Chemistry, Chemical Engineeri​ng and Biotechnology (CCEB) invites applications for the position of Research Associate in SLim Group.

The SLim Group is looking for a dedicated and highly motivated early-career scientist/engineer as a Research Associate who is interested in developing bioprocess for plastic-degrading enzymes using E. coli as a host. The Research Associate will be an individual contributor to a multi-disciplinary project involving bioengineering, chemical engineering and materials science.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Setting up protocols for bioprocess and optimization of fermenter operations for increasing the yield of enzyme production

  • Executing experiments to achieve the specific aims of the project

  • Presenting results in various meetings/forums

  • Preparing reports for submission to the funding agency

  • Managing research project and collaborations within and across labs.

  • Liaising with other scientists in the team as well as in other groups to develop the required expertise

  • Advising final year project and/or interns in the project.

Job Requirement:

  • Master’s degree in Biotechnology, Bioengineering, Chemical Engineering, or related fields

  • Working knowledge in fermentor operations for protein production using E. coli

  • Working knowledge in protein purification using AKTA FPLC and basic protein analytics

  • Highly preferred skills: familiarity with DOE

  • Preferred skills: familiarity in AI/ML for bioprocess

  • Able to design and execute experiments with minimal instructions

  • Good communication skills in both verbal and written forms

  • Take initiatives and lead a project and ensure delivery of outcomes in a timely manner

  • Team player who will take part in general lab activities

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Hiring Institution: NTU