Based in Singapore, Life3 Biotech Pte Ltd (Life3) is an innovative, award-winning biotechnology company that focuses on the formulation and manufacturing of top-quality functional food and beverages that boost nutritional health and reduce the risk of chronic diseases.
Leveraging on its strengths across the three pillars of Agri-tech, Biotech and Food tech, Life3 envisions itself to be the leading innovator in transforming the global food production system by introducing a variety of future foods that cater to the growing demand of consumers seeking an “Ecotarian” lifestyle, advocating sustainability as well as the health benefits of incorporating plant-based foods in their diet. We pride ourselves in partnering with the Singapore Government in developing our own capabilities and resilience in ensuring our national food security for generations to come.
Life3’s brand story can be found on www.Life3.co
Key Responsibilities
- Responsible for L3’s research on growing microbial protein sources
- Play an active role in initiating and managing new research projects with external collaborators
- Manage the indoor R&D facility to ensure operations run smoothly
- Perform and monitor research projects and experiments in the indoor R&D growing room
- Responsible for building, operate and managing the microalgae cultivation farm
- Cover the responsibilities of the Head of R&D in his absence
- May be required to travel to countries of external collaborators and other L3 offices
- Ensure smooth communication and flow of info within R&D department as well as to other L3 departments or offices
Requirements
Academic Qualification
- Degree in Microbiology, Biotechnology or related fields (experience in cultivation of microorganisms)
Work Experience
- R&D Scientist: Bachelor 10 years, Master 8 years, PhD 1-2 years
- Senior R&D Scientist: PhD >2 years (dependent on experience)
- Experience in cultivation of microalgae would be a bonus
- Experience in managing research projects (designing/planning & performing experiments in lab, analyzing/interpreting results and data) independently
Competencies & Personal Qualities
- Candidate should be a team player
- Proficiency in speaking and writing in English; able to speak and write in Chinese will have added advantage
- Good communication and project management skills (liaising with suppliers and managing the purchases; communication with external collaborators managing the projects with them)
- Open-minded and having a resilient attitude towards overcoming challenges and problems
- Willing to work in a dynamic environment to drive breakthroughs and achieve new milestones
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