Research Assistant/Associate, Skin Bioengineering and Devices Lab

Research Assistant/Associate, Skin Bioengineering and Devices Lab (LKCMedicine) page is loaded## Research Assistant/Associate, Skin Bioengineering and Devices Lab (LKCMedicine)locations: NTU Novena Campus, Singaporetime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R The Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine (LKCMedicine) trains doctors who put patients at the centre of their exemplary care. The School, which offers both undergraduate and graduate programmes, is named after local philanthropist Tan Sri Dato Lee Kong Chian. Established in 2010 by Nanyang Technological University, Singapore, in partnership with Imperial College London, LKCMedicine aims to be a model for innovative medical education and a centre for transformative research. The School's primary clinical partner is the National Healthcare Group, a leader in public healthcare recognised for the quality of its medical expertise, facilities and teaching. The School is transitioning to an NTU medical school ahead of the 2028 successful conclusion of the NTU-Imperial partnership to set up a Joint Medical School. In August 2024, we welcomed our first intake of the NTU MBBS programme, that has been recently enhanced to include themes like precision medicine and Artificial Intelligence (AI) in healthcare, with an expanded scope in the medical humanities. Graduates from the five-year undergraduate medical degree programme will have a strong understanding of the scientific basis of medicine, with an emphasis on technology, data science and the humanities.The laboratory of Asst Prof Liang Kun (Skin Bioengineering and Devices Lab) at LKCMedicine (Novena Campus) is seeking a highly motivated research assistant to work on the development of functional biomaterials for skin regeneration and wound healing. In addition to conducting experiments, he/she will also managing laboratory administrative tasks such as procurement, laboratory safety compliance and inventory management to facilitate smooth laboratory operations.Responsibilities:* Perform routine assays/experiments, including cellular assays, histology, immunohistostaining etc.* Conduct animal experiments, including handling, monitoring, wound generation and treatments* Provide support in data analysis* Participate in laboratory management and organization including inventory, housekeeping, data management and risk assessments etc.* Assist with procurement and safety-related duties* Collaborate actively with lab members as well as other external stakeholdersRequirements:* Bachelors degree (for Assistant) and Master degree (for Associate) in Biomedical Sciences / Life Sciences, Bioengineering or related fields* Some experience in animal handling and experiments* Some experience in biomaterials and formulations* Experience in biochemical and molecular assays preferred* Able to plan and execute experiments with minimal supervision* Knowledge in biomaterials and skin physiology will be advantageousHiring Institution: LKCNTU is also home to world-class autonomous institutes – the National Institute of Education, S Rajaratnam School of International Studies, Earth Observatory of Singapore, and Singapore Centre for Environmental Life Sciences Engineering – and various leading research centres such as the Nanyang Environment & Water Research Institute (NEWRI) and Energy Research Institute @ NTU ( ).Ranked amongst the world's top universities by QS, NTU has also been named the world's top young university for the past seven years. The University's main campus is frequently listed among the Top 15 most beautiful university campuses in the world and has 57 Green Mark-certified (equivalent to LEED-certified) buildings, of which 95% are certified Green Mark Platinum. Apart from its main campus, NTU also has a campus in Novena, Singapore's healthcare district.Under the NTU Smart Campus vision, the University harnesses the power of digital technology and tech-enabled solutions to support better learning and living experiences, the discovery of new knowledge, and the sustainability of resources.For more information, visit #J-18808-Ljbffr