Job Description
The mission of Cancer Science Institute (National University of Singapore) is to better understand the causes of human cancer across Asia, and thereby improve its detection, treatment, and prevention. Our outstanding researchers and exceptional facilities create an energetic environment for ground-breaking science and world-class training.
A Laboratory Executive/ Research Assistant position is available immediately in Dr Anand JEYASEKHARAN’s research group. This position is an appointment to CSI MMA Core and therefore require a meticulous and dedicated staff to anchor the day-to-day running of our microscopy session including the training new users and helping to optimise the settings of the equipment for optimal imaging of research materials. The microscopy section of the MMA Core offers scientists a variety of confocal (Zeiss LSM880 with Airy Scan, Nikon A1R), widefield epifluorescence and live-time imaging microscopes (Zeiss and Olympus) to facilitate good-quality image acquisition for their research.
You may refer to https://csi.nus.edu.sg/researcher/anand-jeyasekharan/ for more information on Dr Anand’s research.
Interested applicants should include the following documents in the job application
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Summary of past research experience
Description of long-term plans
At least 2 referees including their name, contact information (email) and relationship to applicant
Duties and Responsibilities
Technical Role:
Responsible for setting up, maintenance and oversight of usage of the microscopes
Responsible for day-to-day upkeep of the microscopes including keeping stock of replacement light bulbs and other spare parts, immersion oil and lens paper
Provide staff assisted service in the operation of the microscopy equipment upon request
Assist users in the acquisition, and processing of images when necessary
Provide training and technical support to users
Monitoring user compliance of microscope usage guidelines and safety requirement
Work closely with IT to install and maintain image capture software and analysis programs, to maintain an efficient data storage management for storage and easy access of images
Work with users to keep the microscopy workspace clean and tidy
Administrative Role:
Coordinating and renewing service contracts for the various microscopes
Assist in the purchasing of reagents, consumables, and equipment for the MMA Core
Assist in the booking and charging for microscope/MMA Core equipment usage
Preparation of safety documents, SOPS and risk assessments for the microscopy session
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in life sciences, biomedical sciences, biochemistry, pharmaceutical sciences or equivalent from an accredited University.
Required Competencies and Capabilities (Skills, Experiences and Professional Licences)
Other attributes:
- Good work attitude and ethics
- Good organization skills with the ability to multi-task
- Can work independently and as a team
- Can perform under pressure
Covid-19 Message
At NUS, the health and safety of our staff and students are one of our utmost priorities, and COVID-vaccination supports our commitment to ensure the safety of our community and to make NUS as safe and welcoming as possible. Many of our roles require a significant amount of physical interactions with students/staff/public members. Even for job roles that may be performed remotely, there will be instances where on-campus presence is required.
Taking into consideration the health and well-being of our staff and students and to better protect everyone in the campus, applicants are strongly encouraged to have themselves fully COVID-19 vaccinated to secure successful employment with NUS.
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