Kerja Sepenuh Masa, Research Technologist (CMROCK) di NATIONAL CANCER CENTRE OF SINGAPORE PTE LTD - Maukerja

The role of the Research Technologist is to conduct experiments, manage laboratory operations, general maintenance of lab equipment. and analyse data critical to the research objectives by working closely with the Principal Investigator.

They will also oversee the smooth running and track progress of the research study related activities and projects by working closely with the clinician-scientists and other members of the research team.They are required to adhere to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPS), maintain data security, ensure quality control of experiments and comply to lab safety terms.

Responsibilities:

1.Molecular and Genomic Biology Techniques

• Knowledgeable in various molecular and genomic biology techniques required for the conducting of research activities which include sectioning, H&E staining, library prep as well as ultra-high throughput NGS sequencing workflows.

2.Data Interpretation & Storage

• Familiar with entry and validation of research data, filtering of relevant information, analysis of experimental data to extract relevant findings and presentation of them in a clear manner.
• Additionally, maintenance of existing database and compliance to data storage and security.

3.Lab Management

• Aware of the various reagents and consumables in the lab and check their stock take daily.
• Additionally, candidate is required to QC various equipment in the lab to ensure they are in running smoothly.
• To highlight when stock is low, or maintenance is faulty to lab members to allow for troubleshooting and procurement of essential items to keep the lab running.

4.Lab Safety & Documentation

• Alert to lab safety procedures and compliance by adhering to the SOPS required for conducting research activities in a safe manner in a safe environment.
• Record proper documentation of all processes and documentation of lab equipment in accordance with quality requirements

5.Monitoring & Optimizing Lab Processes

• Strongly encouraged to identify steams of research activities where procedures can be further optimized and to design improved experimental protocols where necessary.
• To participate in lab meetings, presentations, manuscript preparations, journal clubs to facilitate the exchange of knowledge among the team.

6.Mentoring

• Lead and mentor interns in sample processing, experiments, data analysis, and database updates.
• They are also needed to supervise and train research attachment interns and assist their queries.

7.Administrative

• Support the team with ad hoc activities which can include taking meeting minutes, tracking the progress of various projects ongoing in the lab, liaising with stakeholder to establish research needs, managing workload of the lab and any other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Diploma in Life Science or its equivalent
• Prior work experience in a healthcare or research field setting would be prioritized.
• Strong technical wet lab skills, able to troubleshoot, and meticulous in data analysis/experimental design would be preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Proficient in English.