Research Officer (Translational Bacteriology Lab), A*STAR IDL

ASTAR Infectious Diseases Labs (ASTAR IDL) aims to be the global leader in tropical infectious diseases through scientific excellence in research and innovation to enhance human health and respond to future pandemics. We are seeking a highly motivated scientist who is willing to learn new scientific approaches and contribute to a developing dynamic research group. The successful candidate will work alongside senior scientists working at the interface of microbiology, immunology, genomics, and translational biology. This position is within the translational microbiology laboratory of Professor XXXX XXXX, a globally recognized leader in antimicrobial resistance and bacteriology, The lab's focus is on developing novel therapeutics and preventative strategies against antimicrobial-resistant pathogens and critical infectious diseases. This role also offers mentorship, exposure to cutting-edge technologies, and collaboration opportunities with leading researchers globally. Key Responsibilities: Research Support & Teamwork Work closely with the senior research staff to support ongoing projects. Contribute to day-to-day experimental work under guidance from senior research staff and group leader. Participate in regular lab meetings, discussions, and training activities. Laboratory Experiments & Technical Support Perform routine laboratory experiments following established protocols. Assist with experiments related to antibody discovery and characterisation (e.g. ELISA, binding assays, bacterial culture–based assays). Support sample preparation, reagent handling, and experimental setup. Data Collection, Documentation & Quality Control Record experimental data accurately in laboratory notebooks or electronic systems. Assist with basic data organisation, analysis, and figure preparation under supervision. Contribute to maintaining reproducibility and quality standards across experiments. Bacterial Culture & Sample Handling Assist with the culture, handling, and storage of bacterial isolates, following biosafety and laboratory guidelines. Support routine microbiological procedures, including media preparation and strain archiving. Laboratory Operations & Organisation Assist with general laboratory tasks, including reagent preparation, inventory tracking, and equipment maintenance. Help ensure laboratory spaces are organised, safe, and compliant with institutional policies. Support coordination of shared resources within lab group. Learning, Development & Progression Actively engage in training to develop technical and conceptual understanding of antibody and infectious disease research. Gradually take on increased responsibility for defined experimental tasks as skills develop. Contribute to a positive, collaborative, and respectful lab environment. Molecular and Immunological Assays Develop and optimize molecular and bacteriological assays to investigate antimicrobial resistance mechanisms, including techniques such as multiplex PCR, RT-PCR, and whole