Research Associate (Biotechnology/Bioengineering/Chemical Engineering) Full-time

Research Associate In SLim Group

The School of Chemistry, Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology (CCEB) invites applications for the position of Research Associate in SLim Group.

The SLim Group is looking for a dedicated and highly motivated early-career scientist/engineer as a Research Associate who is interested in developing bioprocess for plastic-degrading enzymes using E. coli as a host. The Research Associate will be an individual contributor to a multi-disciplinary project involving bioengineering, chemical engineering and materials science.

Key Responsibilities:

• Setting up protocols for bioprocess and optimization of fermenter operations for increasing the yield of enzyme production
• Executing experiments to achieve the specific aims of the project
• Presenting results in various meetings/forums
• Preparing reports for submission to the funding agency
• Managing research project and collaborations within and across labs.
• Liaising with other scientists in the team as well as in other groups to develop the required expertise
• Advising final year project and/or interns in the project.

Job Requirement:

• Master's degree in Biotechnology, Bioengineering, Chemical Engineering, or related fields
• Working knowledge in fermentor operations for protein production using E. coli
• Working knowledge in protein purification using AKTA FPLC and basic protein analytics
• Highly preferred skills: familiarity with DOE
• Preferred skills: familiarity in AI/ML for bioprocess
• Able to design and execute experiments with minimal instructions
• Good communication skills in both verbal and written forms
• Take initiatives and lead a project and ensure delivery of outcomes in a timely manner
• Team player who will take part in general lab activities

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Hiring Institution: NTU