Job Description

We are looking for an enthusiastic and talented team member to join our Target and Assay Biology III (TAB3) group @ EDDC, A.STAR as Research Associate. As the national platform for drug discovery, we We are looking for an enthusiastic and talented team member to join our Target and Assay Biology III (TAB3) group @ EDDC, A.STAR as Research Associate . As the national platform for drug discovery, we partner with various research institutions within Singapore's biomedical landscape to pioneer next-generation drugs for diseases of high unmet medical need. Principle Roles & Responsibilities: . Design and execute experiments involving cancer cell lines, primary human (PBMCs) and mouse immune cells in co-culture assays with supervision. . Assist in establishing and optimizing in vitro biochemical and cellular assays for screening of drug candidates. . Prepare standard operating procedures and document study reports. . Provide technical support for certain experimental procedures and serve as point of contact for the operation of intricate instruments. . Coordinate with various functions within EDDC to advance project goals. . With guidance from PhD level scientist(s), interpret results and present to team members at internal bi-weekly meetings. Job Requirements: . Bachelor of Science in Biology and/or related disciplines with a basic understanding of Immunology. . Techniques may include but not limited to cellular phenotyping, cell activation, differentiation and proliferation assessment, qPCR, ELISA, Western blotting, reporter cell line generation and molecular cloning. . 1 - 2 years' experience in the industry is a plus . Familiarity with automated screening platforms for cell-killing assays is a plus. . Experience with multi-colour FACS analysis is a plus . Demonstrated scientific and technical experience in cell culture and molecular assays. . Ability to comprehend assay development for research and drug development. . Independent problem solving, collaborative and a team-player. The above eligibility criteria are not exhaustive. A.STAR may include additional selection criteria based on its prevailing recruitment policies. These policies may be amended from time to time without notice. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.