Research Assistant

5 days ago

Queenstown, Singapore TumCreate Full time

Department:

- Proteins4Singapore
- Posted Date:

- 10 June 2025
- Closing Date:

- Open until filled
- Hours:

- Full Time
- Duration:

- Fixed term contract

**About TUMCREATE**

TUMCREATE is a multidisciplinary research platform of the Technical University Munich (TUM) at the Singapore Campus for Research Excellence and Technological Enterprise (CREATE). We are joining forces with universities, public agencies, and industry for the advancement of future technologies.

Our large-scale food science ‘Proteins4Singapore’ program is funded by Singapore’s National Research Foundation (NRF). The Technical University Munich (TUM) and Nanyang Technological University (NTU) join forces with the Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT) and A*STAR’s Singapore Institute of Food and Biotechnology Innovation (SIFBI) to research plant-based proteins.

**Overview**

This internship can either be a full-time 3 to 6 months (paid internship between SGD 1400 - 1600 per month or SGD 10 per hour) or 6 months (thesis project). For part-time basis, at least 2 - 3 hours consecutively per day for about 2 - 3 days per week, is required.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Assist in sample preparation, extraction, and liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry (LC-MS) analysis of food and fermentation samples
- Support targeted and untargeted metabolomics workflows for polyphenol analysis
- Preprocess and interpret LC-MS data in collaboration with senior researchers
- Maintain accurate lab records of procedures and results
- Contribute to the study of beneficial food-microbiome interactions relevant to Singaporean consumers
- Participate in lab meetings and inter-group research discussions
- Prepare technical reports or a thesis (for Bachelor’s or Master’s students) summarizing findings

**Qualifications**:

- Currently enrolled in a Diploma, Bachelor’s, or Master’s program in life sciences, chemistry, biotechnology, food science, or a related field
- Basic understanding of analytical chemistry or metabolomics, especially LC-MS
- Familiarity with lab techniques (e.g., pipetting, solvent/media preparation, sterilization)
- Data analysis skills (e.g., Excel, R, or Python)
- Prior experience in LC-MS-based metabolomics or microbial fermentation is a plus
- Interest in food-microbiome interaction and functional food research
- Good organizational and communication skills

**Additional Information**:
This position is ideal for students seeking hands-on research experience in metabolomics, food science, or gut microbiome research, and may serve as the basis for a Bachelor’s or Master’s thesis. If you are passionate about sustainable nutrition, functional foods, and working on innovative food-health solutions, we strongly encourage you to apply

**What TUM CREATE offers you**:

- Multicultural, vibrant, modern and positive working environment in Singapore
- Campus-sited office location with a host of facilities
- In-building perks including gym, game room and coffee room

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