Research Assistant (CVMD/DS)

This Research Assistant position at Duke-NUS Medical School supports research into the molecular mechanisms of cardiovascular and metabolic diseases. Key responsibilities include animal handling, molecular biology techniques, and contributing to data analysis and publications. Applicants need a science degree, prior lab experience including mammalian cell culture and mouse handling, and strong collaborative skills.

• The Research Assistant will perform a variety of research activities under the supervision of the Principal Investigator, including:
• Perform and support all aspects of assigned research projects.
• Animal handling (mouse) and related in vivo experiments.
• Genotyping of mouse lines, tissue collection, and mammalian cell culture.
• Execute molecular biology techniques including immunoblotting, DNA and RNA isolation, DNA cloning, and generation of CRISPR-mediated knockout cells.
• Contribute to project management, data analysis, and preparation of research publications.
• Perform other related duties incidental to the scope of work described herein.

• We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Sciences, Life Sciences, or a related discipline.
• Prior hands-on laboratory experience, including basic molecular biology methods and mammalian cell culture.
• Experience in mouse handling and in vivo experimentation is essential.
• A motivated self-starter who is open-minded, energetic, and highly collaborative.
• Ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary team and diverse research environment.