Research Associate (In Vivo Neural Tissue Engineering) Full-time

Research Associate

We invite applications for a Research Associate to join an interdisciplinary research team led by Dr. Sing Yian Chew (NTU) and Prof. Shawn Je (Duke-NUS). The successful candidate will contribute to an ongoing research program focused on neural tissue engineering, spinal cord injury (SCI) models, and regenerative biomaterials.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Conduct and assist in vivo experiments using rat SCI models
2. Assist in microsurgical procedures, cell/scaffold implantation, and conduct animal behavioral evaluations
3. Carry out tract tracing, immunofluorescent and histochemical staining and confocal imaging
4. Assist in data analysis, interpretation of experimental outcomes, and preparation of manuscripts for publication
5. Supervise and train junior researchers and contribute to laboratory management
6. Participate in multidisciplinary collaborations within and beyond NTU

Job Requirements:

• Masters in Biomedical Engineering, Neuroscience, or a related discipline
• Demonstrated expertise in handling rodents and carrying out behavioral tests.
• Demonstrated expertise in animal surgery, preferably SCI microsurgery in rodents is a plus
• Hands-on experience with tract tracing, tissue sectioning, immunofluorescence, histology, and confocal microscopy
• Experience with western blotting and qRT-PCR is advantageous
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Highly motivated, well-organized, and capable of independent work and teamwork

We seek a diverse and inclusive workforce and are committed to equality of opportunity. We welcome applications from all and recruit on the basis of merit, regardless of age, race, gender, religion, marital status and family responsibilities, or disability.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Hiring Institution: NTU