Job Title: Research Fellow (Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences)
University-Level Unit: Science
Faculty/Department-Level Unit: Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences
Employee Category: Research Staff
Location_ONB: Kent Ridge Campus
Posting Start Date: 15/06/2026
Job Description
The successful candidate will work with A/Prof Ee Pui Lai Rachel on the design and development of stable peptide drugs and biomaterials as next generation antimicrobial therapeutics capable of tackling multidrug resistance under a project on Multifunctional peptide nanonets as novel antimicrobial agents.
The Main Responsibilities Of The Position Include
- Develop and perform microbiological, biochemical, biophysical and cellular assays e.g. bacteria culture, flow cytometry, ELISA and Western blotting
- Analyze and present experimental data in a clear and concise manner, demonstrating a good understanding of its utilization and implications in the context of drug discovery
- Support laboratory housekeeping, purchasing, safety check, SOP writing and other administrative and compliance-related processes
- Mentor undergraduate and postgraduate students
Qualifications/Discipline: Degree or postgraduate in biology, biochemistry, biomedical sciences, pharmaceutical sciences or related disciplines
Skills
- Proficient in designing and conducting experiments within areas of cellular work and biomaterials
- Experience in tissue sample handling and confocal microscopy
- Attention of details, strong analytical and problem solving skills
- Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks, deliver results within timelines
- Good written and oral communication skills, meticulous record-keeping
- Possess strong interpersonal and collaborative spirit
