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 Research Assistant position is available immediately in Prof Chng Wee Joo’s research group. The selected candidate will provide support to the Principal Investigator and the team in terms of research, laboratory and administrative needs
You may refer to https://csi.nus.edu.sg/researcher/wee-joo-chng/ for more information on Prof Chng’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
Job Description
Research:
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Carry out assigned experiments
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Organize, preserve and present the results of the experiments in a logical manner
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Record all assigned experiments and results properly and systematically
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Analyze and plan further experiments under guidance
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Assist in supervising, training and guiding attachment/undergraduate students where required
Laboratory:
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To plan and ensure the needs and requirements of the team in terms of consumables
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Ensure that the lab is adequately stocked with clean glassware, minor equipment, chemicals, etc. required for experiments
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Regular checks and maintenance of equipment
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Assemble reagents, chemicals and media that are needed for experiments
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Ensure that standard operating procedures and safety regulations are followed
Administrative duties:
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Plan and ensure that the overall lab administrative needs of the team are met
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Assist the Principal Investigator in tracking his/her grants and other sources of funding
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Procurement of necessary equipment, chemicals, reagents as required by the lab or project
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Maintaining a systematic and proper record of all purchases
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Liaise with vendors and the administrative office to ensure proper purchase requisitions, goods delivery and prompt payment of supplies
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Any other ad hoc duties as required
Qualifications
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At least Diploma in Genomics, Molecular Biology or in any related field
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Team player and willing to learn
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Knowledgeable in laboratory scientific resource material; laboratory equipment and its care.
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Knowledgeable in methods of scientific research and relevant scientific theories.
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Knowledgeable in basic principles, terminologies, practices used in cancer biology, examination of clinical and animal samples.
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Adhere to Government guidelines and regulations pertinent to laboratory safety and security and IRB, OSHE & IACUC regulations
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Packaging and shipping of diagnostic, infectious and hazardous materials.
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Appropriate computer operations, software and peripherals.
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Ability to perform laboratory tests
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