School of Applied Science - Singapur, Singapore - GovTech Singapore

    GovTech Singapore
    GovTech Singapore Singapur, Singapore

    1 month ago

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    Full time $50,000 - $80,000 per year Scientific
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    [What the role is]
    School of Applied Science - Research Staff (Plant Molecular Biology and Urban Agriculture)

    [What you will be working on]

  • Work with the project leader and co-project leaders to achieve the aim of the research project.
  • Carry out research work on plant molecular biology and urban agriculture.
  • Conduct gene cloning, transient over-expression, and protein extraction in plant system.
  • Perform different extraction methods on insects and insect-related products.
  • Cultivate leafy vegetables and high-value crops (e.g., strawberry) under different growing environments (e.g., indoor under LED lights with air conditioning, outdoor greenhouse).
  • Perform in vitro and in vivo plant pathogen-related studies.
  • Perform regular maintenance and cleaning of cultivation systems.
  • Support in FYP student supervision when necessary.
  • Coordinate with external collaborator on project development.
  • Document, collate, analyse and interpret data.
  • Carry out procurement, including liaising with vendors, sourcing for materials, equipment and testing, and raising purchase requests.
  • Document and track project issues, expenses and budget tracking, action logs and equipment maintenance.
  • Plan experiment and prepare progress reports for regular project updates.
  • Perform any other related duties assigned by the project leader and co-project leaders.
  • [What we are looking for]

  • Enthusiastic and highly motivated to work in both laboratory and farm settings (both indoor and outdoor).
  • Relevant qualification in Life Science, Biological Sciences, Plant Science, or related fields, preferably with a minimum of 1 year of experience in laboratory operations.
  • Familiar with basic lab techniques with a willingness to advance skills in molecular biology and horticultural techniques.
  • Able to work with insects and in outdoor environments.
  • Prior experience and good knowledge of plant work and molecular studies would be an added advantage.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build strong working relationships with people at all levels.
  • Possess sound planning, organising, good multi-tasking skills, with a strong sense of responsibility for completing assigned duties on time.
  • Good documentation skills, laboratory techniques, and research and data analysis skills.
  • Experience in using R or related software for statistical analysis would be an added advantage.
  • Successful candidate will be employed on a contract basis.