Project Officer (Chemistry/Chemical Biology)

Project Officer (Chemistry/Chemical Biology)

The Qiao lab in the School of Chemistry, Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology (CCEB) is currently looking for a talented and highly motivated Project Officer to join our team to study the chemistry basis of microbiota-host interactions.

Key Responsibilities

1. Performing LC-HRMS/MS analysis of gut microbiota-derived metabolites quantification and profiling.
2. Performing cell-based assays to study the immuno-stimulatory effects of the target metabolites.
3. Performing animal models such as DSS-induced colitis to study in vivo effects of the target metabolites.

Job Requirements

1. Bachelor Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Biology or equivalent, must have at least one year of relevant research experience.
2. Strong grasp of understanding in analytical chemistry, biochemistry, microbiology and/or immunology.
3. Ability to perform molecular biology and protein biochemistry experiments, including cloning, protein overexpression, and purification.
4. Prior experience with cell biology/immunological experiments, including transfection, ELISA, RT-qPCR, flow cytometry, western Blot.
5. Prior experience with in vivo experiments in animal models, such as performing intraperitoneal, intravenous injections, oral gavage in mice, isolation of BMDM and BMDC, isolation of peritoneal immune cells.
6. Demonstrated strong passion and self-motivation, and hardworking attitude for basic research.
7. Self-starter in learning new skills and techniques.
8. Strong communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.

If you are interested, please apply with a cover letter and CV at your earliest convenience. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Hiring Institution

NTU

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Other

Industries

Human Resources Services