Research Assistant - Pharmacology (PC2)

Chugai Pharmabody Research Pte. Ltd. (CPR) was established in Singapore as a wholly-owned subsidiary of Chugai Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd (Chugai), a member of Roche group, in January 2012 and started operations on July 2, 2012. Located at Biopolis in Singapore, it aims to generate new antibody drugs based on Chugai's proprietary antibody engineering technologies, such as recycling antibody®, sweeping antibody®, bispecific antibody, various Fc engineered antibodies, and other new antibody engineering technologies that are under development.

Overview

You will support the Pharmacology unit by performing experiments, contributing to cell-based screening, molecular biology workflows, and routine lab operations. You will follow SOPs, maintain accurate records, uphold data quality, and collaborate primarily within Pharmacology and, as projects require, with colleagues in other units.

You communicate clearly, collaborate well in multidisciplinary settings, and take ownership of assigned tasks. You are eager to learn, open to feedback, and committed to continuously improving your technical skills. You work with care and attention to detail, stay organized, and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Key responsibilities:

• Prepare samples and execute cell-based pharmacology screening assays according to SOPs
• Perform molecular biology workflows (plasmid prep, cloning, RNA purification, PCR/RT‑qPCR)
• Run ELISA, reporter assays, flow cytometry data acquisition, and protein analyses (SDS‑PAGE/Western blot)
• Maintain mammalian cell lines (adherent and suspension) assist with 3D models (e.g., spheroids)
• Maintain accurate experimental records and data integrity
• Prepare common reagents and manage lab consumables

Requirements

• Degree in Biomedical Science, Biotechnology, Molecular Biotechnology, or a related field with 0 - 2years of relevant lab experience
• Familiarity with core lab techniques, especially mammalian cell culture and in vitro cellular assays
• Ability to follow SOPs precisely and maintain high standards of data quality and documentation
• Hands-on exposure to molecular biology techniques, 3D cell culture, flow cytometry, and/or microscopy will be advantageous
• Experience with cell engineering, primary cell handling, or in vivo sample handling will be considered an added advantage
• Fresh graduates are welcome to apply

For more information about our company, please visit: http://chugai-pharmabody.com/

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