Research Assistant (Dept of Paediatrics)

The National University of Singapore invites applications for a Research Assistant for ‘Versatile and scalable single-cell preimplantation genetic testing for chromosomal aneuploidy and segmental imbalances with/without concurrent Mendelian mutation detection using third-generation single-molecule sequencing’ in the Department of Paediatrics, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine.

The Department of Paediatrics is committed to the advancement of paediatric scientific research in Singapore and the Southeast Asia region. The department's key research areas include cancer, genetics, immunology, metabolic diseases, and cardiac health, as well as studies on disease trends, health outcomes, and neurocognitive development problems. More information on the department is available at this link.

The appointment will be made on a one-year contract basis, with the possibility of extension.

Purpose of the Post

The Research Assistant will be responsible for, and work closely with, the Principal Investigator and study team members to ensure the successful completion of the study on time. The Research Assistant’s principal role will be to work in general practices such as wet-laboratory experiments, data collections, and analysis, including related safety & health performances.