Description:

We are looking for a research officer to assist with our project in pharmacogenomics as part of a national precision medicine initiative. This project involves a rare chance to do both molecular biology experiments e.g. site directed mutagenesis in yeast, as well as learn cutting edge bioinformatics skill sets including machine leaerning and pharmacokinetic/pharmacodynamic (PK/PD) modeling. The research officer will be expected to perform basic wetlab tasks, such as bacterial and yeast cultures, in vitro enzyme assays and LC-MS/MS analysis. On the job training will be provided for bioinformatics and pharmacometrics expertise, a highly sought after skill in the field of drug development. 

Job Responsibilities:

• Provide technical and wet-lab support to the team?s research activities.
• Assist with hands-on experiments and operations including yeast based microsome assays.
• Follow analytic procedures and instrumental operation guidelines, plan and execute experiments independently.
• Perform data collection and analysis, present progress reports, and manage research data and notes.
• Maintain lab inventory and procurement of laboratory consumables.
• Engage in literature review and research discussion.
• Assist the team with the maintenance of smooth and safe operation in the working environment.
• Ensure project deliverables are met in a timely manner and to the highest standard.

Job Requirements:

• Degree in Pharmaceutical Science, Life Science, computer science, chemical engineering, or pharmacy-related discipline.
• Basic wetlab skills such as microbiological culture, aseptic handling techniques, enzyme assays. Expertise in LC/MS-MS analysis is also a huge plus. 
• Good understanding of pharmacology concepts.
• Familiarity with bioinformatics software such as R or python is a plus. 
• Minimum one-year wetlab research experience required. 
• Good organizational skills and ability to multitask.
• Highly motivated, keen to learn and committed to laboratory work.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication (verbal and written) and presentation skills.