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- 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.
- 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.
School of Applied Science - Singapur, Singapore - GovTech Singapore
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[What the role is]School of Applied Science - Research Staff (Plant Molecular Biology and Urban Agriculture)
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