"Laboratory Technologist, Cardiovascular-Metabolic Disease Research (1-year contract)"

Job Description

The Cardiovascular-Metabolic Disease Translational Research Programme (CVMD-TRP) at NUS Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, under the leadership of Professor Roger Foo, is dedicated to advancing the understanding of cardiovascular metabolic diseases and developing innovative therapies that can make a real difference in the lives of patients. We are mobilising our collective talent and resources for comprehensive research – encompassing molecules, DNA, RNA, cells, clinical trials, computational and data science, implementation, behavioural and social science.

A Laboratory Technician position is available, and we would like to invite you to apply. The successful candidate will be assisting with many tasks vital to processing clinical samples (blood, urine, saliva) from healthy participants and biobanking those samples. Full training will be provided.

The successful candidate will be awarded a one-year (renewable) contract at first instance.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

This role will suit an individual who is focused on consistency passionate about bio-sample processing. The candidate will be able to:

• Receive, sorting, labelling, and process bio-samples according to SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures).
• Demonstrate good pipetting skills with comprehensive, systematic approach to maximise pipetting accuracy and repeatability to improve sample quality.
• Ensure biobank samples are correctly catalogued and managed in sample tracking databases.
• Update and maintaining the records in Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS).
• Assist in daily operational of biobanking activities, including but not limited to retrieving samples and verifying samples submissions.
• Demonstrate ability to prioritise and multi-task.
• Show strong initiative and follow through with outstanding attention to detail.
• Follow all safety requirements and procedures and always wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when working in the laboratory.
• Work independently and as a team contributor.
• Show excellent organisational and time management abilities to effectively manage workload.

Qualifications

The applicant should have:

• Diploma in a related discipline in the Biomedical/Life Sciences with relevant laboratory experience
• GCP-trained and familiarity with the regulatory landscape in Singapore is preferred
• Some experience working in clinical research setting or the healthcare industry is preferred.
• Meticulous, independent and good team player

Application

Remuneration will be commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications and experience. Informal enquiries are welcome and should be made to Prof. Roger Foo (roger.foo@nus.edu.sg), Ms Beverly Wong Jingmei, (beverlyw@nus.edu.sg) and Ms Veronica (veronica.a@nus.edu.sg).

Formal application

Please submit your application, indicating current/expected salary, supported by a detailed CV (including personal particulars, academic and employment history, complete list of publications/oral presentations (if any) and full contacts of three (3) referees to this job portal.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

More Information

• Location: Kent Ridge Campus
• Organization: Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine
• Department: Medicine
• Employee Referral Eligible: No
• Job requisition ID: 31640