Scientist/senior Scientist, Discovery Platform

1 week ago


Buona Vista, Singapore A*STAR Agency for Science, Technology and Research Full time

Contribute to the planning and execution of food ingredient fermentation studies
- Conduct characterisation of fermentates, such as flavour production, anti-nutrient factors and bioactivity
- Development of bioassays for bioactivity characterisation
- Investigate the mechanism of microbial-mediated biotransformation process
- Coordinate further characterization of shortlisted fermentates among project teams
- Participant in industry projects and train junior staff and student interns when required

Education and experience
- Expertise in molecular biology techniques and research experience on microbial bioconversion of ingredients and bioactivity characterization
- Experience in assay development and bioactivity study
- Track record of peer reviewed publications and presentations of scientific findings at scientific meetings

**Key Skills**:

- Knowledge in microbial biochemistry, molecular biology and bioactivity assessment
- Expertise in biochemical techniques including bioassay design and development
- Standard molecular biology techniques such as RT-PCR, qPCR, and molecular cloning
- Excellent project management skills
- Excellent written and oral presentation skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to work collaboratively as part of an interdisciplinary team
- Ability to mentor junior research staff

**Type of Employment**: Full-Time
**Work Location**: Biopolis



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