Research Assistant/Associate, Structural Biology [LKCMedicine]

Research Assistant/Associate, Structural Biology [LKCMedicine]

The Luo Lab, based in the Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine at Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Singapore, is seeking a highly motivated, goal-driven, and team-oriented Research Assistant/Associate, Structural Biology to join our team. Our research focuses on understanding the fundamental mechanisms of RNA virus infection and host defense and structure-guided antiviral development, utilizing interdisciplinary approaches spanning biochemistry, structural biology, virology, and cell biology.

The NTU Institute of Structural Biology provides outstanding infrastructure, including facilities for high-resolution cryo-EM/ET, X-ray crystallography, NMR, and other biophysical techniques.

We offer a dynamic and stimulating work environment conducive to cutting-edge research and your career development. The position includes numerous opportunities for training in complementary techniques, and you will have the chance to enhance your mentoring and teaching skills through interactions with graduate students and by supervising undergraduate students.

• Work with the PI and team members to perform experiments, document results, and analyze data.
• Assist in purchasing equipment, materials, and consumables and provide general support for the lab.
• Keep track of cell lines, plasmids, and other reagents and materials in the lab.

• Candidates should have a Bachelor's (for Assistant level) or Master's degree (for Associate level) or equivalent in any relevant fields of cell biology, biochemistry, virology, or structural biology.
• Previous research experience or laboratory training in molecular cellular biology is desired but not essential.
• Experience working with biological electron microscopy is an advantage.
• Self-motivated and well-organized with good communication and technical skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively in a highly diverse and interdisciplinary team.

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

Industries

Human Resources Services