Research Assistant (Biological Sciences)

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NUS Career Portal link: https://careers.nus.edu.sg/job/Research-Assistant-%28Biological-Sciences%29/33560-en_GB/

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Job Description

The successful candidate will work with A/P Darren Yeo Chong Jinn on eDNA under a project titled “Optimising environmental DNA approaches for detection and monitoring of forest streams and freshwater swamp diversity”.

The main responsibilities of the position include:

• Field and lab work required for the project
• Data analyses and report preparation
• Dissemination of findings via publications and presentations

Qualifications

BSc (Hons) in Ecology and/or Life Science or equivalent

Skills:

• Research skills including statistical and analytic skills is essential
• Excellent writing abilities are desirable
• Physically fit for fieldwork in tropical freshwater environment
• Independence, but also able to work well with others in a highly collaborative, team-oriented environment

Experience:

• Prior experience in aquatic field research and molecular biology