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