Research Officer

4 days ago

Singapore SingHealth Full time $60,000 - $120,000 per year

National Cancer Centre of Singapore Pte Ltd

Research Officer (DMODL)

Job Category: Research

Posting Date: 29 Aug 2025

You will support the progress of research studies under the Head and Neck Cancer/Nasopharyngeal Cancer Program. You will perform a variety of research activities including but not limited to the following:

  1. Tissue Logistics and Processing:

  2. Collection and processing of biological samples (e.g. FFPE, Tissue, Blood).

  3. Maintain proper tracking of samples, updating of inventories and databases for respective studies.
  4. Nuclei acid extraction from biological samples.

  5. Coordinate the submission of biological samples to external partners.

  6. Cell culture and Molecular assays:

  7. Generation and maintenance of patient-derived cell lines and/or organoids.

  8. Perform molecular biology assays e.g. nuclei acid extraction, qPCR, cloning, library preparation, sequencing.
  9. Perform cell biology assays e.g. drug treatment, cell migration, western blot.

  10. Participate in experimental troubleshooting and assay optimization.

  11. Histology and Microscopy:

  12. Generation of FFPE tissue blocks and tissue sectioning.

  13. Staining of biological samples by immunohistochemistry or immunofluorescence.

  14. Image acquisition and analysis.

  15. Perform tasks and support all aspects of the research project:

  16. Perform literature reviews when required.

  17. Plan and execute experiments for the assigned studies.
  18. Monitor and document accurate records of experimental data and observations.
  19. Evaluate and interpret collected data for oral presentations and scientific manuscripts.
  20. Report and summarize experimental results and research findings in meetings.
  21. Support lab and administrative duties in lab operations, e.g. procurement, equipment maintenance, inventories and lab maintenance etc.
  22. Support and maintain safety documentation and compliance of the lab.

  23. Lead and mentor junior staff and students in sample processing, experiments, data analysis, and database updates (Senior Research Officer).

  24. Perform other related duties:

  25. Other ad-hoc duties as assigned.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor/Master of Science degree in related technical discipline (biology, cell biology, biomedical science, biochemistry or molecular biology).
  • Minimum 1 year experience with tissue culture (especially primary cultures) and molecular techniques.
  • Experience with wet-lab handling of patient-derived samples is preferred.
  • Strong technical and wet lab skills.
  • Team player with excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently.
  • Responsible, diligent, possess initiative to complete tasks and projects assigned.
  • Highly motivated to learn with a genuine interest in cancer research.
  • Able to undertake independent research progressively.

Req ID: 4291

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