Ecole Superieure des Cadres Technicien - ESCT Benin

Research Assistant Health and Social Sciences Cluster Singapore Institute of Technology We are seeking a motivated and capable Research Assistant to join an exciting translational research project on spinal sarcopenia in older adults, with a focus on muscle degeneration, senescent progenitors, and regenerative failure. This role offers a unique opportunity to work across clinical research, functional assessment, imaging analysis, and laboratory investigation in a multidisciplinary academic environment. The successful candidate will support a funded research project that aims to generate clinically relevant insights into ageing, muscle health, and spine-related conditions. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates who are passionate about meaningful research and wish to build strong experience in applied human and translational studies. Key Responsibilities Support the Principal Investigator and research team in the implementation and coordination of the project Assist with participant recruitment, scheduling, follow-up, and study administration in accordance with approved ethics protocols Conduct and document functional assessments and study-related data collection Retrieve, organise, and manage imaging data, and assist with image-based analysis Support laboratory workflows such as tissue handling, histology, immunofluorescence, qPCR, ELISA, and related analyses Maintain accurate databases, study records, and project documentation Assist with literature review, data cleaning, preliminary analysis preparation, reporting, and regulatory submissions Coordinate procurement of reagents, consumables, and research-related items Ensure compliance with laboratory safety, biosafety, and institutional research governance requirements Job Requirements Bachelor’s degree in biomedical science, life sciences, physiotherapy, diagnostic radiography, medical laboratory science, or a related discipline Strong interest in translational, musculoskeletal, ageing, or clinical research Experience in clinical research coordination, patient-facing data collection, imaging analysis, or laboratory techniques will be advantageous Familiarity with histology, microscopy, immunofluorescence, molecular assays, or tissue-based workflows is preferred Good written and verbal communication skills Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and professionalism Proficiency in Microsoft Office; familiarity with ImageJ, SPSS, STATA, or equivalent tools is an advantage Key Attributes Motivated, responsible, and able to work independently Careful and accurate in handling data, samples, and documentation Strong team player who can work effectively with academic, clinical, and student collaborators Willingness to learn and adapt in a dynamic multidisciplinary research environment Why Join Us This role offers valuable exposure to clinically relevant translational research with opportunities to develop experience in human studies, imaging, laboratory science, and multidisciplinary collaboration. The successful candidate will contribute to a meaningful project with real-world healthcare relevance while building a strong foundation for future research or postgraduate opportunities. Contract Type 1-year contract Work Location Singapore Institute of Technology, with project activities at SIT and partner sites as required.

Position Title: Postdoctoral Researcher – Potash brine and phosphogypsum valorization. Duration: 12 months. Position Summary: We are seeking a highly motivated and technically skilled postdoctoral researcher to join a multidisciplinary research project dedicated to the sustainable valorization of potash brine and phosphogypsum, with a specific focus on bioleaching technologies. The successful candidate will contribute to advancing the use of environmentally friendly bioleaching techniques for the extraction of valuable resources from these industrial by-products. The project embedded in a circular economy approach aimed at reducing environmental impacts while creating value from industrial co-products, namely phosphogypsum and residual brines generated by sedimentary potash processing activities. The postdoctoral researcher will investigate the valorization of each material separately through physicochemical and biological approaches, with the objective of identifying optimal pathways for resource recovery. The project will also focus on the combined treatment of phosphogypsum and brines, studying the synergistic and symbiotic effects arising from their interaction within integrated bioprocesses. This work will contribute to the development of innovative and sustainable strategies for the recovery of sulfur, magnesium, potassium and other valuable elements from industrial residues. Area of Research: Valorization of industrial by-products derived from sedimentary potash processing and phosphoric acid production. The research will involve physicochemical and biological treatment approaches for potash brines and phosphogypsum, as well as the development of integrated processes exploiting potential synergistic effects between both materials within a circular economy framework. Main responsibilities: Conduct a comprehensive literature review on potash brine management, phosphogypsum valorization, and related physicochemical and biological processing routes. Perform chemical, mineralogical, and physicochemical characterization of potash brines and phosphogypsum. Design and carry out laboratory-scale experiments to investigate separate valorization pathways for brines and phosphogypsum; Develop and evaluate integrated treatment strategies combining both materials, with particular attention to synergistic and symbiotic effects; Study process parameters affecting the recovery of sulfur, magnesium, potassium, and other valuable elements; Analyze, interpret, and synthesize experimental results to support process optimization; Contribute to the assessment of the environmental and sustainability performance of the developed processes; Prepare scientific publications, technical reports, and presentations; Candidate Profile: Required qualifications : PhD in chemical Engineering, biotechnology or related discipline. Proven experience in mineral characterization, liquid analysis and process development; Strong background in solution chemistry and bioprocessing; Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills; Strong scientific writing and communication abilities in English; Ability to work both independently and within a collaborative research environment. Application Documents: Interested candidates should submit the following documents: Cover letter Detailed CV List of publications Copies of diplomas Professional references (minimum of 2) 

Falmouth University has a creative history of more than a century, shaping generations of artists, designers, makers and entrepreneurs, building a global reputation for creative excellence. Today, it is a distinctive specialist institution, home to a vibrant community of around 8,000 students studying on campus, online and with partners, and proudly rooted in Cornwall. With a defining focus on the intersection of creativity and technology, our teaching, research and knowledge exchange addresses real-world challenges and opportunities, contributing directly to the UK’s Creative Industries. Financially resilient, culturally strong and deeply connected to our place, Falmouth University combines academic ambition with a strong sense of community and purpose as Cornwall’s university. The Board of Governors now seeks an outstanding Vice-Chancellor & Chief Executive to lead the University into its next phase. Building on strong foundations, the successful candidate will provide clear, values-led leadership to advance academic excellence, strengthen research and knowledge exchange, and enhance Falmouth University’s position as a leading institution at the intersection of creativity and technology. They will champion a people-centred culture, sustain the institution’s financial resilience, and deepen the University’s role as a civic and regional anchor. This is a compelling opportunity to lead a distinctive and ambitious institution at a pivotal moment. We are seeking a strategic and authentic leader with senior executive experience in higher education or a comparable environment, including a strong track record of organisational leadership, financial stewardship and governance. Candidates will bring academic credibility, alongside an affinity with creative practice, specialist education or the creative industries. Critically, the Vice-Chancellor will be a visible, human-centred leader who fosters trust, inclusion and belonging. They will demonstrate a deep commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion, and a genuine desire to engage with and contribute to Cornwall’s communities, economy and civic life. Falmouth University warmly welcomes applications from individuals of all backgrounds and particularly encourages applications from those currently underrepresented in higher education leadership. For further details, including the role description and information on how to apply, please visit https://PLusPortal.PerrettLaver.com quoting reference number 8361. The closing date for applications is 11:59pm BST on Sunday 10th May 2026. For informal inquiries, please contact Eljoh Balajadia at Eljoh.Balajadia@perrettlaver.com or +44 (0)20 3928 7375. Protecting your personal data is of the utmost importance to Perrett Laver and we take this responsibility very seriously. Any information obtained by our trading divisions is held and processed in accordance with the relevant data protection legislation. The data you provide us with is securely stored on our computerised database and transferred to our clients for the purposes of presenting you as a candidate and/or considering your suitability for a role you have registered interest in. As defined under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) Perrett Laver is a Data Controller and a Data Processor, and our legal basis for processing your personal data is ‘Legitimate Interests’. You have the right to object to us processing your data in this way. For more information about this, your rights, and our approach to Data Protection and Privacy, please visit our website https://perrettlaver.com/privacy-policy.