Research Assistant

2 weeks ago


National University Of Singapore 86e8ec15-2b24-4dda-8c6a-6e7f0f9a3f05 Full time $30,000 - $60,000 per year

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The National University of Singapore is the national research university of Singapore. Founded in 1905 as the Straits Settlements and the Federated Malay States Government Medical School, NUS is the oldest higher education institution in Singapore

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Job Description

The successful candidate will work with Dr Nalini Puniamoorthy on operational work of the Black Soldier Fly (BSF)" under a project on Sustainable Food Processing: Black Soldier Fly Valorisation of Organic Waste for High-Value Products.

We are seeking a Research Assistant to support both the operational work of the Black Soldier Fly (BSF) facility and the molecular or analytical components of ongoing research projects. The role involves hands-on insect husbandry, sample processing, laboratory assays, data collection, and maintaining smooth day-to-day facility operations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct molecular and analytical laboratory work.
  • Assist with routine husbandry of Black Soldier Fly colonies, including feeding, larval separation, pupation management, and adult cage upkeep.
  • Support experimental setups, sampling, and data collection following established protocols.
  • Record and organize operational and experimental data accurately.
  • Maintain cleanliness and biosecurity standards in the facility.
  • Troubleshoot minor equipment or operational issues and escalate when needed.
  • Assist in preparation of substrates, diets, and materials required for BSF rearing and experiments.
  • Support inventory management and procurement of consumables.
  • Perform any other operational duties assigned by the project lead or facility manager.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Biology, Life Science, Environmental Science or a related field.

Experience:

  • Handling insect cultures and molecular lab skills would be a plus.

Skills:

  • Keen on working with and maintaining insects for research purposes.
  • Should be comfortable working with food waste.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team and communicate with people with and without a science background.

More Information

Location: Kent Ridge Campus

Organization: Science

Department : Biological Sciences

Employee Referral Eligible: No

Job requisition ID : 30980


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