Job Description
Job Title:  Scientist, RNA & DNA Technologies (GIS)
Requisition ID:  2167
Posting Start Date:  29/04/2026

Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated scientist with deep expertise in gene regulation, particularly within non-coding regions of the genome, to join a multidisciplinary team focused on functional genomics and perturbation-driven discovery. The candidate will contribute to designing and executing experiments that interrogate transcriptional regulation and cellular responses to genetic/chemical perturbations, integrating both molecular and computational approaches.

This role operates within a dynamic, rapidly evolving research environment and requires a balance of experimental rigor, computational fluency, and strategic thinking aligned with broader programmatic goals.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and apply perturbation-based approaches (e.g., CRISPR, small molecules) to characterize gene regulatory mechanisms.
  • Generate and analyze gene expression datasets, including bulk and single-cell RNA sequencing.
  • Integrate multi-omics data (e.g., transcriptomics, epigenomics) to infer regulatory networks and functional outcomes.
  • Build or apply computational pipelines for differential expression analysis, regulatory inference, and pathway analysis.
  • Collaborate closely with experimental and computational teams to translate findings into biological insights and hypotheses.
  • Contribute to the development and optimization of novel technologies or workflows for gene regulation profiling (preferred but not required).
  • Present findings internally and externally; contribute to manuscripts, reports, and grant applications.

Qualifications

  • PhD in Genomics, Molecular Biology, Computational Biology, Bioinformatics, or a related field.
  • Demonstrated experience in transcriptomic profiling, particularly in perturbation contexts.
  • Proficiency in computational analysis (e.g., Python, R, or equivalent) for genomics data.
  • Hands-on experience with molecular biology techniques (e.g., RNA-seq, CRISPR perturbations, library prep).
  • Experience with single-cell genomics is highly desirable.
  • Exposure to technology development, assay development, or platform building is a strong advantage.

 

We are seeking a highly motivated scientist with deep expertise in gene regulation, particularly within non-coding regions of the genome, to join a multidisciplinary team focused on functional genomics and perturbation-driven discovery. The candidate will contribute to designing and executing experiments that interrogate transcriptional regulation and cellular responses to genetic/chemical perturbations, integrating both molecular and computational approaches.

This role operates within a dynamic, rapidly evolving research environment and requires a balance of experimental rigor, computational fluency, and strategic thinking aligned with broader programmatic goals.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and apply perturbation-based approaches (e.g., CRISPR, small molecules) to characterize gene regulatory mechanisms.
  • Generate and analyze gene expression datasets, including bulk and single-cell RNA sequencing.
  • Integrate multi-omics data (e.g., transcriptomics, epigenomics) to infer regulatory networks and functional outcomes.
  • Build or apply computational pipelines for differential expression analysis, regulatory inference, and pathway analysis.
  • Collaborate closely with experimental and computational teams to translate findings into biological insights and hypotheses.
  • Contribute to the development and optimization of novel technologies or workflows for gene regulation profiling (preferred but not required).
  • Present findings internally and externally; contribute to manuscripts, reports, and grant applications.

Qualifications

  • PhD in Genomics, Molecular Biology, Computational Biology, Bioinformatics, or a related field.
  • Demonstrated experience in transcriptomic profiling, particularly in perturbation contexts.
  • Proficiency in computational analysis (e.g., Python, R, or equivalent) for genomics data.
  • Hands-on experience with molecular biology techniques (e.g., RNA-seq, CRISPR perturbations, library prep).
  • Experience with single-cell genomics is highly desirable.
  • Exposure to technology development, assay development, or platform building is a strong advantage.

 

The above eligibility criteria are not exhaustive. A*STAR may include additional selection criteria based on its prevailing recruitment policies. These policies may be amended from time to time without notice. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.