Kerja Sepenuh Masa, Project Officer (Biotechnology-Bioengineering-Chemical Engineering) di Nanyang Technological University Southwest (Singapore) - Maukerja

School of Chemistry, Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology (CCEB) is an interdisciplinary joint school under College of Engineering and College of Science at NTU Singapore.

The SLim Group is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Project Officer (PO) to support research in molecular cloning automation, gene circuit design, and bioprocess development. The role will contribute to the development and optimization of automated molecular cloning workflows, the design and construction of synthetic gene circuits, and the establishment and optimization of bioprocesses for biotechnological applications. The Project Officer will be an individual contributor to a multidisciplinary research project involving molecular biology, synthetic biology, and bioprocess engineering.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and optimize automated molecular cloning workflows, design synthetic gene circuits, and establish bioprocesses for biomolecule production.
• Execute experiments and research activities to achieve the project objectives and deliverables.
• Present research findings and project updates at meetings, seminars, and other forums.
• Prepare reports and documentation for submission to funding agencies and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with scientists and researchers within the team and across other groups to develop the required expertise and support project outcomes.
• Provide guidance and supervision to final year project students and/or interns involved in the project.
• Manage the procurement of laboratory consumables and equipment.
Participate in general laboratory operations and activities as required.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Biotechnology, Bioengineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Experience in recombinant DNA technology, molecular cloning, and microbial expression systems.
• Working knowledge of protein purification using AKTA FPLC and basic protein analytics.
• Familiarity with cyanobacteria and photosynthetic microbes will be an advantage.
• Ability to independently design and execute experiments with minimal supervision.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated initiative and ability to manage and drive project activities to successful completion.
• Ability to deliver outcomes in a timely manner and manage competing priorities effectively.
Strong teamwork and collaboration skills, with willingness to contribute to general laboratory activities.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.