A*STAR

Research Officer, Skin Health & Ageing

A*STAR
ResearchSingaporeOnsitePosted 2 weeks ago

About the role

Liang Lab in ASRL is seeking a motivated research officer/assistant to join our research team to develop bioengineered innovations for skin-interfacing applications. The candidate will be working on a skin regeneration project and should have some basic understanding of skin biology and physiology, biomaterial properties and characterizations. Familiarity in soft materials e.g. hydrogels will be an advantage.

ResearchOnsiteA*STAR Skin Research Labs

Key Responsibilities

  • Preparation and characterization of biomaterials
  • Perform routine assays/experiments, including cellular biochemical assays, histology, immunohistostaining etc.
  • Participate in laboratory management and organization including inventory, housekeeping, data management and risk assessments etc.
  • Provide support for laboratory management and organization including inventory, housekeeping, data management and risk assessments etc
  • Collaborate actively with lab members as well as other external stakeholders

Requirements

  • Bachelors degree in Biomedical Science/Life Sciences, Material Science, Bioengineering or related fields
  • Experience in biomaterials, characterizations and formulations
  • Experience in microfluidics will be an advantage
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work as part of a dynamic