Research Assistant

2 weeks ago

Central Region, Singapore National University of Singapore Full time $40,000 - $80,000 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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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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