Research Associate [LKCMedicine] - #1209612

The incumbent will assist Associate Prof Yasunori Saheki with his research projects. He/She is also responsible for any research-related activities and other tasks as assigned by the Principal Investigator.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform experiments, document results, and analyze data and carry out an independent research project.
• Assist purchasing of equipment, materials and consumables and provide general supports for the lab.
• Keep a log of lab materials as necessary (e.g. cell lines, C. elegans strains, plasmid DNAs, proteins, and other essential reagents).
• Attend a weekly lab meeting and bi-weekly journal club and present data and/or papers as necessary.
• Arrange the common consumables in the specified order as per the provided instructions.
• Produce meaningful outcome. Such outcome is not always quantifiable, but it usually results in publication or presentation at conferences.

Key Decisions:

• The incumbent should produce meaningful outcome for his/her research activity. Such outcome is not always quantifiable, but it usually results in publication or presentation at conferences.

Key Competencies and Qualification requirements:

• The incumbent should have a Master’s degree or equivalent in any relevant field of cell biology, biochemistry, C. elegans genetics or other life sciences.
• The incumbent should have at least 1 year of previous research experience or laboratory training, including experience in a final year project.
• Prior knowledge in cell biology and microscopy is preferred. Experimental skills in molecular biology, biochemistry or light microscopy will be adding an advantage.
• Be able to work independently and collaborate effectively in a highly diverse and interdisciplinary team.
• Self-motivated and well-organized with good communication and technical skills.