Research Assistant [LKCMedicine]

We are currently recruiting a Research Assistant to join the laboratory of Professor Lim Kah Leong at the Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine (LKCMedicine), a joint medical school between Nanyang Technological University (NTU) and Imperial College London.

The candidate will be working on a project that seeks to develop human umbilical cord-lining derived induced pluripotent stem cells (CLiPS) as a universal source of cells for regenerative medicine for Parkinson’s Disease.

Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Establishing the genomic stability and safety of CLiPS lines.

• Transplanting CLiPS-derived cells into rodent and non-human primate models.

• Evaluating the functionality and immunogenicity of CLiPS-derived cells in rodent and non-human primate models.

• Elucidating the mechanisms underlying the immunoprivileged properties of CLiPS.

• Assisting in general laboratory duties.

The candidate should possess the following skills and qualifications:

• Bachelor degree in Biological Sciences, Life Sciences, Neuroscience, Cellular/ Molecular Biology or equivalent from a reputable university.

• Minimum 2 years of research experience.

• Deep knowledge and interest in neuroscience and regenerative medicine.

• Proficiency in standard molecular techniques, cell/ tissue culture, histology, microscopy and animal handling.

• Strong team player with excellent organizational skills and communication skills.

• Highly motivated, meticulous and reliable.

• Experience in stem cell culture is an added advantage.

Job highlights:

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic multidisciplinary research group.

• On-the-job training provided.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Hiring Institution: LKC

In line with Singapore’s nationwide Vaccination-Differentiated Safe Management Measures (VDS), employees must be fully vaccinated to return to the workplace, unless certified to be medically ineligible. For Information on VDS, please click here .

We are currently recruiting a Research Assistant to join the laboratory of Professor Lim Kah Leong at the Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine (LKCMedicine), a joint medical school between Nanyang Technological University (NTU) and Imperial College London.

The candidate will be working on a project that seeks to develop human umbilical cord-lining derived induced pluripotent stem cells (CLiPS) as a universal source of cells for regenerative medicine for Parkinson’s Disease.

Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Establishing the genomic stability and safety of CLiPS lines.

• Transplanting CLiPS-derived cells into rodent and non-human primate models.

• Evaluating the functionality and immunogenicity of CLiPS-derived cells in rodent and non-human primate models.

• Elucidating the mechanisms underlying the immunoprivileged properties of CLiPS.

• Assisting in general laboratory duties.

The candidate should possess the following skills and qualifications:

• Bachelor degree in Biological Sciences, Life Sciences, Neuroscience, Cellular/ Molecular Biology or equivalent from a reputable university.

• Minimum 2 years of research experience.

• Deep knowledge and interest in neuroscience and regenerative medicine.

• Proficiency in standard molecular techniques, cell/ tissue culture, histology, microscopy and animal handling.

• Strong team player with excellent organizational skills and communication skills.

• Highly motivated, meticulous and reliable.

• Experience in stem cell culture is an added advantage.

Job highlights:

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic multidisciplinary research group.

• On-the-job training provided.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Hiring Institution: LKC

In line with Singapore’s nationwide Vaccination-Differentiated Safe Management Measures (VDS), employees must be fully vaccinated to return to the workplace, unless certified to be medically ineligible. For Information on VDS, please click here .