Research Assistant

7 days ago

Singapore NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF SINGAPORE Full time
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Long Description
We are seeking a highly driven and adaptable Research Assistant to join the NUS Centre for Cancer Research (N2CR). This role is ideal for motivated histopathology technicians or researchers passionate about delivering high-quality histopathology research resources to support impactful cancer research.
Key Responsibilities
A. Collection of Research Blocks
  • Liaise with NCABS Clinical Research Coordinators (CRC), tumour board leaders, sub-specialty Pathologists, Tissue Repository (TR) staff, and Pathology diagnostic lab staff to identify suitable consented cases.
  • Verify consent status and retrieve sample accession numbers using Pathology systems (EPICS, REDCAP).
  • Work with N2CR Research Pathologist to collect research blocks, assist in tissue processing, sectioning, and staining for quality control before inventory and TR storage.
B. Construction of Tissue Microarrays (TMAs)
  • Use search systems (e.g., ePAS) to identify cases for TMA construction.
  • Support sub-specialty pathologists in generating case lists, retrieving blocks and slides, and preparing new sections when required.
  • Maintain updated records of TMA construction requests.
C. Curation of TMA Blocks & Clinical Data
  • Retrieve relevant clinical data from REDCAP for legacy tissue TMAs.
  • Collaborate with NCIS/NCABS data teams for TMAs from NCABS-consented tissues.
  • Coordinate with Principal Investigators (PIs) for TMAs linked to PI-specific study protocols.
D. Other Technical Services
  • Provide histological services (e.g., microtomy, staining) to N2CR members when needed.
  • Facilitate consent and prospective sample collection for biopsy, organoid, and PDX development, including serial or longitudinal samples.
  • Perform other ad-hoc laboratory and technical duties as assigned
Qualifications
  • Degree in Medical Laboratory Science, Biomedical Science, Life Sciences, or related discipline.
  • Experience in histopathology, tissue handling, or TMA construction is an advantage.
  • Proficiency with pathology information systems (EPICS, REDCAP, ePAS) preferred.
  • Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently.
  • Good interpersonal skills for liaising with multiple stakeholders.
  • Commitment to research ethics and safety standards.

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