Research Assistant (Infectious Diseases)

NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF SINGAPORE

Singapore, Singapore
Not specified; commensurate with qualifications + ...
Not specified (assumed on-site due to nature of research work)
First degree in microbiology or related discipline
Experience working with anaerobes in anaerobic chamber
Experience processing stool samples
The National University of Singapore is seeking a Research Assistant for its Center for AMR Microbiome Research & Innovation, focusing on infectious diseases. The role involves project management, volunteer recruitment, and microbiological techniques, requiring a candidate with a degree in Microbiology or a related field

Job Summary

  • The Research Assistant will work closely with the Principal Investigator to ensure the successful completion of the project on time.
  • Key responsibilities include recruiting healthy volunteers, processing stool samples, culturing gut microbes, and utilizing the minibioreactor array setup.
  • Appointments are made on a yearly contract basis with the possibility of extension based on performance and project needs.

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The National University of Singapore is seeking a Research Assistant for its Center for AMR Microbiome Research & Innovation, focusing on infectious diseases. The role involves project management, volunteer recruitment, and microbiological techniques, requiring a candidate with a degree in Microbiology or a related field.

Salary

Not specified; commensurate with qualifications and experience

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • First degree in Microbiology or related discipline
  • Experience working with anaerobes in anaerobic chamber
  • Experience processing stool samples
  • Knowledge of SPSS and MS Office applications
  • Ability to work independently and in a team

Nice-to-have

  • Investigative nature and attention to detail
  • Experience organizing workshops and conferences
  • Strong administrative and secretarial support skills

Key Requirements

  • First degree with good results in Microbiology
  • Experience with microbial techniques and anaerobic chambers
  • Proficiency in computer applications like SPSS

Work Rights

Not specified

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