Coordinate and conduct biological and environmental sample collection from high-risk interfaces.
Assist with fieldwork including collecting biological samples from various animals and environmental samples including air, wastewater, soil, and surface sampling at various locations across Singapore.
Support laboratory processing of samples, including molecular assays, serological testing, nucleic acid extraction, PCR/RT-qPCR, and preparation for metagenomic sequencing.
Assist with data entry, sample tracking, database management, and maintenance of accurate research records.
Support administration of knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) surveys and participant recruitment activities.
Ensure compliance with biosafety, animal ethics, and human research protocols.
Contribute to data analysis, report writing, literature reviews, and preparation of presentations and manuscripts.
Liaise with collaborators, government agencies, and research partners.
Perform other related duties incidental to the work described therein.
Job Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree in Zoology, Veterinary science, Life sciences, Microbiology, Public Health, Epidemiology, Biomedical Science, or a related field.
Prior experience in laboratory techniques such as PCR, molecular biology, microbiology, or serology is preferred.
Prior experience with field sampling, environmental surveillance, or animal handling would be advantageous.
Have strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
Able to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Willingness to conduct fieldwork at multiple sites across Singapore and potentially outside standard working hours.
Familiarity with zoonotic diseases, One Health research, or infectious disease surveillance is preferred but not required.
Experience with data analysis software, survey tools, or bioinformatics pipelines is preferred but not required.
Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
Coordinate and conduct biological and environmental sample collection from high-risk interfaces.
Assist with fieldwork including collecting biological samples from various animals and environmental samples including air, wastewater, soil, and surface sampling at various locations across Singapore.
Support laboratory processing of samples, including molecular assays, serological testing, nucleic acid extraction, PCR/RT-qPCR, and preparation for metagenomic sequencing.
Assist with data entry, sample tracking, database management, and maintenance of accurate research records.
Support administration of knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) surveys and participant recruitment activities.
Ensure compliance with biosafety, animal ethics, and human research protocols.
Contribute to data analysis, report writing, literature reviews, and preparation of presentations and manuscripts.
Liaise with collaborators, government agencies, and research partners.
Perform other related duties incidental to the work described therein.
Job Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree in Zoology, Veterinary science, Life sciences, Microbiology, Public Health, Epidemiology, Biomedical Science, or a related field.
Prior experience in laboratory techniques such as PCR, molecular biology, microbiology, or serology is preferred.
Prior experience with field sampling, environmental surveillance, or animal handling would be advantageous.
Have strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
Able to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Willingness to conduct fieldwork at multiple sites across Singapore and potentially outside standard working hours.
Familiarity with zoonotic diseases, One Health research, or infectious disease surveillance is preferred but not required.
Experience with data analysis software, survey tools, or bioinformatics pipelines is preferred but not required.
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