Research Assistant

Job Summary Support molecular and microbial research by performing microbial culture maintenance and applying molecular biology techniques to generate accurate experimental data. Responsibilities Perform microbial culture maintenance to support ongoing research projects Design primers and probes for qPCR assays to enable precise gene expression analysis Conduct gene alignments and DNA/RNA extraction to prepare samples for molecular testing Apply bioinformatics tools to analyze genetic data and interpret research results Execute microbiology testing following standard protocols to ensure data reliability Demonstrate detailed pipetting skills to maintain experimental accuracy and reproducibility Utilize statistical analysis methods to evaluate experimental data and support conclusions Work independently as a self-starter to manage assigned tasks and meet research objectives Preferred competencies and qualifications Bachelor of Science degree in Life Science or related field 2–3 years of relevant experience; fresh graduates are welcome