"Research Assistant, Biodiversity"

Job Description

Location: St John’s Island National Marine Laboratory (SJINML), Tropical Marine Science Institute (TMSI)

The Marine Biology and Ecology Group at TMSI in SJINML invites applications for full-time Research Assistants to elucidate marine invertebrate biodiversity of intertidal and subtidal habitats. The contract appointment is initially for one year with the possibility of renewal for a further year. Successful applicants will join an existing team of researchers responsible for establishing high-resolution biological baselines for marine environmental assessment and monitoring.

Key responsibilities

1. Sample collection in the field
2. Sample sorting/live observations in the laboratory under the microscope
3. Sample preservation, identification, curation and database management
4. Report writing
5. Purchasing of equipment and consumables
6. Equipment maintenance and housekeeping
7. Management of volunteers
8. Ensuring safety of personnel
9. Any other duties as and when assigned.

Qualifications

1. B.Sc. in Biology or equivalent
2. Have an eye for detail
3. Be willing to work flexible hours including weekends and public holidays

Candidates with experience in molecular sequencing, as well as collecting and examining small (less than 1 cm) invertebrates is an advantage. They are also expected to be highly motivated and be able to work independently and as a team, to achieve research goals.

Application procedure

Please send (i) cover letter indicating current/expected salary, (ii) CV via e-mail with the subject ‘TMSI Biodiversity RA’ to this job portal.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

More Information

Location: Kent Ridge Campus

Organization: Tropical Marine Science Institute

Department: Marine Biology and Ecology Laboratory

Employee Referral Eligible: No

Job requisition ID: 31377

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