Research Assistant, Infectious Diseases, Immunology, Cell Biology [LKCMedicine]
The Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine (LKCMedicine) trains doctors who put patients at the centre of their exemplary care. The School, which offers both undergraduate and graduate programmes, is named after local philanthropist Tan Sri Dato Lee Kong Chian. Established in 2010 by Nanyang Technological University, Singapore, in partnership with Imperial College London, LKCMedicine aims to be a model for innovative medical education and a centre for transformative research. The School’s primary clinical partner is the National Healthcare Group, a leader in public healthcare recognised for the quality of its medical expertise, facilities and teaching. The School is transitioning to an NTU medical school ahead of the 2028 successful conclusion of the NTU-Imperial partnership to set up a Joint Medical School. In August 2024, we welcomed our first intake of the NTU MBBS programme, that has been recently enhanced to include themes like precision medicine and Artificial Intelligence (AI) in healthcare, with an expanded scope in the medical humanities. Graduates from the five-year undergraduate medical degree programme will have a strong understanding of the scientific basis of medicine, with an emphasis on technology, data science and the humanities.
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Research Assistant to join Prof Laurent Renia lab. The ideal candidate will support ongoing research projects in the lab which involves in the immunology of infectious diseases (malaria and arboviruses) to the development of new immunological assays and animal models that can be used to study communicable and non-communicable diseases.
Key Responsibilities:
Laboratory Support
Assist in planning, setting up, and conducting experiments in the lab.
Experimental work with rodents in vivo
Prepare and maintain laboratory equipment, materials, and chemicals.
Ensure compliance with safety and health protocols in the lab.
Data Collection & Analysis
Collect and document experimental data with high accuracy.
Analyze experimental data using various software tools and techniques.
Maintain organized records of all research activities, protocols, and findings.
Contribute to the interpretation of results and troubleshooting of experimental issues.
Equipment Maintenance & Inventory
Assist with the calibration and maintenance of laboratory equipment.
Monitor inventory levels of supplies and materials, ordering items as necessary.
Key Competencies and Requirements:
Bachelor’s in Biomedical Sciences, Biology, Biochemistry, or a related field.
Previous experience in a research BSL2 lab is preferred.
Strong understanding of laboratory techniques and biomedical research methods.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.