Research Scientist (Team leader)
DENKA ADVANTECH PRIVATE LIMITED

Position: Research Scientist (Team leader)
Company Description
Denka Life Innovation Research Private Limited (DLIR) is established in Biopolis, Singapore, with the aim of securing the Denka Group’s first overseas R&D base specializing in the healthcare and life science field. DLIR’s location and setting are expected to help the company secure and nurture researchers capable of leading cutting-edge R&D projects that involve collaboration with institutions around the world.
Job Description
We are seeking a skilled and experienced Research Scientist to join our diagnostics R&D team in Biopolis, Singapore. The successful candidate will be working as a team leader of both molecular and immunological assay development team. The role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams in both Singapore and Japan, understanding the target product profile for the intended use, conducting feasibility studies of novel technologies, and ensuring designs meet technical requirements.
Employment type
3 years (renewable contract)
Roles and Responsibilities :
- Lead the new business development activities
- Propose new research projects, constantly
- Successful milestone management via clear goal setting.
- Design for molecular and immunological assays for diagnostics at various stages, including proof-of-concept, prototype design, optimization and validation.
- Comply with all laboratory safety standards and guidelines
- Ensure accurate and systematic documentation of laboratory work.
- Actively provide ongoing training to junior members of the cross-functional teams.
Key Requirements:
Must:
- PhD in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Microbiology, Immunology or other suitable life science or engineering discipline.
- At least 3 - 5 years laboratory experience
- Knowledgeable in diagnostics, and basic life sciences technologies such as molecular-biological and immunological techniques
- Self-driven player who can multi-task in a fast-paced environment
- Team player with excellent communication skills
- Working on-site with cross-functional teams
Highly Advantageous:
- Experience with ISO 13485
- Bioinformatics with python script
Interested applicants should submit a full CV including a list of publications and contact details of two referees to DLIR Admin [email protected] .
We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
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