Research Assistant/Research Associate

NTU Institute of Structure Biology (NISB) provides a complete pipeline for Structural Biology to accelerate discovery in basic and applied Bioscience.

At NISB, we aim to integrate a comprehensive set of Structural Biology tools to address fundamental questions in biology, to understand human diseases and to accelerate structure-based drug discovery.

We have the expertise and equipment to bring your gene of interest from plasmid to atomic level structure using a series of state-of-the art platforms for Protein expression, biophysical characterization and imaging using cryo-EM, tomography or X-ray crystallography.

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We are seeking a Research Assistant or Research Associate to support the protein expression platform and contribute to general laboratory operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform protein expression and purification using various expression systems.
  
  
• Conduct macromolecule functional characterization and binding analysis experiments.
  
  
• Prepare reports for clients and participate in result discussions.
  
  
• Support general platform operations, including safety and risk assessments, equipment maintenance, procurement, billing, and other related tasks.
  
  

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor or Master's degree in Biological Sciences or related fields.
  
  
• Basic knowledge and hands-on experience in molecular cloning, protein expression, and purification are highly preferred.
  
  Experience with insect or mammalian cell systems is an advantage.
  
  
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently as well as in a team.
  
  
• A strong interest in scientific research and a proactive approach to learning and innovation.
  
  

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.