Research Associate / Senior Research Associate, Mouse Genetics

Research Associate / Senior Research Associate,  Mouse Genetics - Hummingbird Bioscience

Full-time position – SG based location

ABOUT HUMMINGBIRD BIOSCIENCE

Hummingbird Bioscience is a data-driven precision biotherapeutics team discovering and developing transformative biologic medicines for hard-to-treat diseases. The Hummingbird Bioscience model combines computational and systems biology and  wet lab drug discovery in a multi-disciplinary, collaborative environment spanning initial discovery through clinical development. We harness this integrated approach across target identification and patient selection, enabling our team to increase the efficiency of translating novel scientific insights while reducing the inherent risk in drug discovery and development. At Hummingbird Bioscience, our commitment to rigorous science, teamwork, and intellectual integrity underpins our passion to accelerate the journey of new drugs from concept to clinic.  

Our highly experienced teams in the US and Singapore span antibody discovery, pharmacology, production and clinical development. For more information, please visit www.hummingbirdbioscience.com, and follow Hummingbird Bioscience on LinkedIn, Twitter and YouTube. 

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are looking for a Research Associate / Senior Research Associate to join the Mouse Genetics department team to support our antibody development activities. The job function includes working with the team in developing new animal models for antibody discovery pipelines. The successful applicant will join and contribute to a fast-paced team with a cutting edge technology platform and ample opportunity to grow with the company. This will be a permanent role for the right candidate with ample opportunity to grow within the company.

  

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work with a team in developing new animal models for antibody discovery
• Plan and execute laboratory-based work with minimal instructions
• Husbandry of mouse colony and perform experiments involving mice
• Maintain detailed technical reports and prepare presentations for cross-functional teams
• Contribute in cross-functional team-driven collaborations
• Liaise with external partners and vendors as necessary to execute projects

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor of Science in Cell and Molecular Biology, Developmental Biology or related fields with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience
• Ability to work with mice is a pre-requisite
• Experience in mouse colony husbandry, genotyping, handling animals for injections, blood collection and tissue harvesting
• Proficiency in molecular biology including molecular cloning, PCR, electrophoresis, Southern blot analyses
• Competency in cell culture and genetic manipulation of cells in vitro
• Ability to work collaboratively, communicate effectively, and be independently motivated

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

• Prior experience in generation of transgenic/knockout mouse models is highly advantageous
• Experience with cloning techniques involving Golden gate and/or Gibson assemblies, long-range PCRs, recombineering, construction of YACs/BACs is highly desirable

OUR MISSION & VALUES

Our fast-growing biotechnology company is committed to discovering and developing important new drugs for cancer and autoimmune diseases, and living by our values: Excellence, Determination, Teamwork, Intellectual Integrity and Audacity.

JOIN US AT THE FRONTIER OF DRUG DISCOVERY AND DEVELOPMENT

We are looking for passionate and motivated individuals committed to solving important, complex problems. We are committed to the personal and professional development of our team and offer robust learning and development programs. Hummingbird Bioscience understands the need for flexibility for our team and offers a generous paid time off program with flexibility to support employees through different life stages. We invest in our team’s health by offering competitive benefits including health and dental insurance, and a comprehensive and holistic employee assistance program. We foster a more collaborative, productive, and sociable culture with on-site lunches and snacks. Finally, we believe in creating social impact beyond our business through corporate social responsibility initiatives.

Are you ready to join us on our mission to discover and develop important new drugs for cancer and autoimmune disease? Click on ‘Apply for this Job’ to submit your application.

For further enquiries, please email us at careers@hummingbirdbio.com.

Hummingbird Bioscience is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and to compliance with all Singapore and US federal, state and local laws and/or guidelines that prohibit employment discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship, religion, genetic carrier status, disability, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, marital status, protected veteran status and other protected classifications.