National University of Singapore (Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine) Research Assistant, Microbiology & Immunology, Kent Ridge Campus, Singapore

The National University of Singapore invites applications for a Research Assistant in the Department of Microbiology and Immunology, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, at Kent Ridge Campus, Singapore. This NUS research assistant post is an early-career, 1-year contract role, with possible extension.

Job Details

Job Title: Research Assistant (Dept of Microbiology & Immunology)

University-Level Unit: Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine

Faculty/Department-Level Unit: Microbiology And Immunology

Employee Category: Research Staff

Location: Kent Ridge Campus, Singapore

Posting Start Date: 04 November 2026

Req ID: 34918

Experience: Early-career

Appointment: Appointments will be made on a 1-year contract basis in the first instance, with the possibility of extension.

Project Details

Project: “Janus-Faced Neutrophils: From Inflammation to Resolution”

NUS Research Assistant Job Description

The National University of Singapore invites applications for Research Assistant for “Janus-Faced Neutrophils: From Inflammation to Resolution” in the Department of Microbiology and Immunology, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine.

The Department of Microbiology and Immunology at the NUS Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine is committed to advancing medicine through immunological research and promoting collaborative, cutting-edge research, technology, and data sharing to stimulate discoveries about the central role of the immune system in human health and harness its power to diagnose and treat disease. More information on the department is available at https://medicine.nus.edu.sg/mbio/.

Purpose of the Post: The Research Assistant (RA) will work closely with the Principal Investigator and research team to support both the scientific and operational development of the laboratory. The RA will conduct research while helping to ensure that the laboratory operates safely, efficiently, and in compliance with institutional requirements.

The Research Assistant will contribute to projects focused on neutrophil biology, acute inflammation, immune resolution, and host defense. We are seeking a scientifically curious, driven, hands-on, and highly organized individual who is motivated to generate rigorous research findings and contribute to high-quality publications while taking ownership of the day-to-day systems that support a productive laboratory.

NUS Research Assistant Key Responsibilities

The NUS research assistant will be expected to:

  • Conduct and support experimental work in neutrophil biology, inflammation, infection, and immune regulation using cellular, molecular, imaging, flow cytometric, and animal approaches, as appropriate;
  • Maintain accurate experimental records, organize and analyze data, troubleshoot protocols, and contribute to the interpretation and communication of research findings;
  • Assist with literature review, figure preparation, manuscripts, scientific presentations, reports, and internal research documentation;
  • Coordinate laboratory safety and compliance activities, including standard operating procedures, risk assessments, training records, incident documentation, and other institutional requirements;
  • Support procurement and administrative workflows, including sourcing quotations, purchase requests and orders, goods receipt, invoice follow-up, vendor liaison, and record keeping;
  • Manage inventories of reagents, samples, consumables, and shared equipment, including maintenance and service records and timely replenishment of laboratory supplies;
  • Prepare and maintain documentation for laboratory inspections and audits, coordinate corrective actions, and ensure that follow-up items are completed;
  • Liaise with departmental administrators, research support offices, animal facilities, core facilities, and vendors to support laboratory operations and research activities;
  • Support the onboarding and access arrangements of new laboratory members and contribute to an organized, collaborative, and efficient research environment;
  • Assist with other research, safety, administrative, procurement, compliance, and operational duties assigned by the Principal Investigator.

NUS Research Assistant Eligibility Criteria

  • Hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in life sciences, biomedical sciences, immunology, cell biology, microbiology, or a related discipline;
  • Have hands-on laboratory research experience; experience in cell culture, molecular biology, flow cytometry, microscopy, immunological assays, and/or animal work would be advantageous.

Required Skills

  • Have strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the willingness to balance experimental research with laboratory safety, administration, procurement, and audit responsibilities;
  • Be proactive, reliable, and able to work independently and collaboratively, manage competing priorities, and follow tasks through to completion;
  • Have good written and oral communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office; familiarity with Prism, FlowJo, EndNote, Adobe Illustrator, BioRender, or related software would be advantageous;
  • Prior experience in laboratory operations, procurement, safety, compliance, or research administration would be advantageous, although training will be provided.

Salary

Remuneration for the NUS research assistant will be commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications and experience.

Additional Information

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

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