
Scientist, Biology-discovery
4 days ago
Scientist, Biology-Discovery
- ** Based in Singapore**, the regional hub for **Asia Pacific (AP)**and **top-ranked biopharmaceutical company on the Straits Times**and** Statista’s list of Best Employers in Singapore for two consecutive years (2020, 2021).**:
- Join the** premier biopharmaceutical company** that has been **in Singapore for more than 25 years and in AP for over 60 years.**
The Singapore Quantitative Biosciences Department is currently seeking a Scientist with strong experience in Cell Biology and Translational iPSC-based model development to join the Target Biology and Screening group at the Singapore site. The role requires a highly motivated and detail-oriented Scientist who will be involved in establishing and characterizing complex iPSC-derived culture systems and advancing the development of translational models for bench-to-clinic translation. Other responsibilities of this role include providing technical support in designing and implementing various molecular and cellular biology experimental approaches for target validation and mechanisms of action, as well as overseeing general laboratory and site-related duties.
**WHAT YOU WILL DO**
- With supervision and training, establish and characterize complex iPSC-derived cultures. Execute cell-based assays using iPSC-derived cultures, primary or established cell-lines.
- Contribute to the company Translational model research strategy and align with research division drug discovery approaches and organizational objectives.
- Operate and maintain sophisticated instruments of assigned technology platforms, such as immunoassays, flow cytometers, confocal microscope, genomic assays and mass spectrometry.
- Retain up-to-date knowledge of the key therapeutic area biology, analytical techniques, and cutting-edge technologies. Conduct literature searches and provide reviews as required to support priority projects, demonstrating good communication skills.
- Work collaboratively on company research projects with matrix teams within the department and other cross functional teams at research division to enable the scientific advancement of projects under scientific and administrative direction.
- Assist the group in inventory management, documentation for environment, health and safety, biological materials, risk assessments, management of change documentation, international shipping, and capital equipment purchases and maintenance.
- Help to optimize technology to support scientific/business processes. Seek opportunities and provide recommendations to enhance technology and support systems and adopt a continuous improvement approach to all lab-based activities to improve safety, quality, speed, efficiency and costs.
- Ensure reliable documentation of experiments and results in electronic notebooks and other documents in compliance with company policies and project needs.
- Proactively plan and execute own career development strategy with help of manager to advance technical and functional knowledge to design experiments/projects that contribute to overall direction of department/discipline.
- Demonstrate consistent leadership behaviors. Ensure all activities comply with appropriate health and safety legislation, company codes of practice and local rules. Promote a culture of safety and compliance among reports and colleagues.
**WHAT YOU MUST HAVE**
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- MSc or BSc in Biomedical Sciences, Biological Sciences or Life Science related discipline including Cell Biology/Biochemistry/Biotechnology or related fields with at least three years of relevant research experience with good track record.
- Proficient in a wide range of cell-based assay platforms, as well as biochemical and molecular assay techniques.
- Experience with stem cell-derived cultures and/or organoid systems is highly desirable, along with some familiarity in transcriptomics and/or proteomics platforms.
- Strong data analytical skills are essential.
- A collaborative team player with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Possesses a positive, proactive, and can-do attitude.
- Positive attitude in embracing challenges, driven & motivated to pursue ambitious goals, execution-focused and solutions-oriented personality.
- Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing diverse, talented, and committed people together. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when diverse ideas come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another’s thinking and approach problems collectively. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace
**Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully**
**Employee Status**:
Temporary (Fixed Term)
**Relocation**:
**VISA Sponsorship**:
**Travel Requirements**:
**Flexible Work Arrangements**:
Not Applicable
**Shift**:
**Valid Driving
-
Sr. Scientist, Biology-discovery
2 weeks ago
Singapore MSD Full timeSr. Scientist, Biology-Discovery - ** Based in Singapore**, the regional hub for **Asia Pacific (AP) **and **top-ranked biopharmaceutical company on the Straits Times **and** Statista’s list of Best Employers in Singapore for two consecutive years (2020, 2021).**: - Join the** premier biopharmaceutical company** that has been **in Singapore for more than...
-
Senior Scientist
1 week ago
Singapore Adecco Full timeOverview Our client is an international biopharmaceutical company with a research center in Singapore, focused on early-stage biologics discovery. The team works on innovative therapeutic platforms targeting unmet needs in areas such as oncology and immune-related diseases. They offer a collaborative, science-driven environment supported by global expertise...
-
Senior Scientist
1 week ago
Singapore Adecco Full timeOverview Our client is an international biopharmaceutical company with a research center in Singapore, focused on early-stage biologics discovery. The team works on innovative therapeutic platforms targeting unmet needs in areas such as oncology and immune-related diseases. They offer a collaborative, science-driven environment supported by global...
-
Intern- Assoc. Scientist, Biology-discovery
1 week ago
Singapore MSD Full time**Job Title: Associate Scientist Intern in Genomics and Molecular Biology** What you will do You will work with a team of scientists in the Molecular Biomarkers team in the Research Labs to develop genomics assays and analyse genomics data. - Develop robust RNA/DNA extraction methods across a broad range of tissues for downstream assays - Evaluate vendors...
-
Bioinformatics/Data Scientist
1 week ago
Singapore A*STAR - Agency for Science, Technology and Research Full timeBioinformatics/Data Scientist (Computational Biology, EDDC) Join to apply for the Bioinformatics/Data Scientist (Computational Biology, EDDC) role at A*STAR - Agency for Science, Technology and Research Bioinformatics/Data Scientist (Computational Biology, EDDC) 3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the Bioinformatics/Data...
-
Singapore NUEVOCOR PTE. LTD. Full time**Job description**: Nuevocor is a pre-clinical stage biopharmaceutical start-up dedicated to developing gene therapies to treat the underlying cause of genetic cardiomyopathies. Backed by an international syndicate of reputable venture capital firms, it will focus on advancing its lead program to clinical trials. It will also leverage its platform...
-
Singapore A*STAR - Agency for Science, Technology and Research Full timeScientist (Computation & AI in Drug Discovery), A*STAR BII Join to apply for the Scientist (Computation & AI in Drug Discovery), A*STAR BII role at A*STAR - Agency for Science, Technology and Research Scientist (Computation & AI in Drug Discovery), A*STAR BII 2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the Scientist (Computation & AI...
-
Bioinformatics/Data Scientist
1 week ago
Singapore A*STAR RESEARCH ENTITIES Remote Work Freelance Full timeOverview: At EDDC, Singapore's national platform for drug discovery and development, we are committed to discovering and developing novel therapeutics by working collaboratively with both public sector and industry partners, translating innovations from bench to clinic. This includes tackling complex and unmet medical challenges in disease areas such as...
-
Singapore A*STAR RESEARCH ENTITIES Remote Work Freelance Full timeDESCRIPTION: We are seeking a passionate and innovative Computational Scientist to join our interdisciplinary research team focused on the integration of Computation, AI/Machine Learning, and Drug Discovery. The ideal candidate is a PhD holder with a track record in developing and applying cutting edge computational methodologies and motivated by the...
-
Singapore A*STAR RESEARCH ENTITIES Remote Work Freelance Full timeJob Description: We are looking for a highly motivated computational scientist with a deep understanding of chemistry, cheminformatics, and structural biology to develop new AI models for ligand discovery. You will be working on a large collaborative project to build up A*STAR computational drug discovery capabilities. The candidate is expected to be...