Research Officer

We are looking for highly motivated individual who have a strong passion to search for and validate novel molecular targets, biomarkers and therapeutic drugs in multiple in vitro and in vivo disease models against neurodegenerative diseases in Neural Stem Cell Research Laboratory of National Neuroscience Institute of Singapore (Novena Campus).

The laboratory focuses on the elucidating the molecular mechanisms that underlie the neurodegeneration; developing potential biomarkers with therapeutic applications in neurodegeneration disorders; characterizing physio pathological features of neurodegenerative diseases in different disease models, including patient iPSCs-derived organoids and transgenic mouse models; developing drug screening applications for personalised medicine targeting neurodegeneration.

Applicants with relevant background in molecular genetics, neural stem cells, miRNA biology, drug development or related fields are invited to apply. Successful candidates must be highly motivated, have passion for research and be able to work in an interdisciplinary environment.

Job requirements:

• Degree in Life Sciences with wet laboratory experience, majoring in Genetics / Biochemistry & Cellular Biology / Neuroscience/ Pharmacology or related discipline.
• Experiences with mouse works would be highly desirable.
• Previous experience with stem cell biology, gene editing, multiplex, and bioinformatics data analysis would be added advantages.
• Good writing (including manuscript and grant writing), presentation and communication skills.
• A team player and a strong desire to learn and take on intellectual challenges.