About the role
Research Associate (Neural Tissue Engineering) is a active engineering role at ntu in NTU Main Campus, Singapore. Open the role to review the official description and apply on the company site.
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Key Responsibilities
- Design and characterize novel biodegradable, biocompatible materials and tissue scaffolds with controlled drug/gene/cell delivery capabilities for neural tissue engineering & stem cell engineering.
- Design, optimize and fabricate tissue scaffolds for SOFT tissues (e.g. hydrogels, injectable scaffolds, electrospinning, 3D printing)
- Characterize scaffold properties: physical, chemical characteristics, drug/gene release kinetics, cell/tissue interactions in vitro AND in vivo, etc.
- Published experience in rodent models, immunofluorescent and histochemical staining of tissues, evaluation of tissue response/interactions using fluorescent microscopy (confocal) imaging is a plus.
- Expertise in primary neural cell isolation and culture; as well as western blotting and quantitative RT-PCR is a plus.
- Design and execute experiments independently.
- Expected to interpret experimental results, and author papers in high-quality journals in areas that are related to the research.
- Demonstrate excellent communication skills and have a strong passion and commitment to science.
- Work closely with the Principal Investigator to help supervise and train junior lab members and to ensure smooth functioning of an active research program.
- Expected to work in a collaborative inter-institute environment.
Requirements
- Masters level scientist with relevant background and experience.
- 3D printing is a plus.
- Published experience in rodent models, immunofluorescent and histochemical staining of tissues, evaluation of tissue response/interactions using fluorescent microscopy (confocal) imaging is a plus.
- Expertise in primary neural cell isolation and culture; as well as western blotting and quantitative RT-PCR is a plus.
- Strong ability to communicate effectively orally and in written form.
- Strong ability to perform independent, self-directed work.
- Strong organizational skills and proactive personality with outstanding motivation, creativity, critical and analytical thinking skills, strong scientific commitment and ability to work as a team.
- We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
- Hiring Institution: NTU