CareerPlan

Senior Research Scientist

SingaporeFull-time2026-10-29

Core

Lead the development and optimisation of molecular diagnostic assays from experimental design to clinical validation, and analyse genomic data.

Role type

Senior Research Scientist (Molecular Diagnostics)

Builds

Validated molecular diagnostic assays for early detection of cancer and age-related diseases

Domain

Precision health / Oncology / Genomics

Required skills

Molecular biology, PCR, RT-PCR, genotyping, NGS, assay development, analytical validation, clinical validation, genomic data analysis, scientific publishing

Preferred skills

Troubleshooting, assay transfer, staff training

Technologies

PCR, RT-PCR, NGS

Responsibilities

Design and execute laboratory experiments for new and improved molecular assays; Lead studies for analytical and clinical verification and validation; Author, review, and maintain internal workflows and protocols; Troubleshoot technical challenges during assay development; Analyse genomic data and publish/present work in peer-reviewed journals and conferences; Train staff and facilitate assay transfer from R&D to clinical operations

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC