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FUI LING NG

Singapore

Summary

A dedicated researcher with excellent technical, analytical and communication skills demonstrated by more than 10 years of experience in handling research-oriented projects. Ambitious with experience in conducting complex research. Well versed in research design, data collection, and analysis as well as laboratory operations. Eager, self-motivated individual and committed to working hard as well as collaborating with others in a multicultural environment. A talented individual is known for having terrific time management, organizational, analytical skills and service traits.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Research Scientist

MP Biomedicals Asia Pacific Pte Ltd
04.2021 - Current
  • Leads a project for assay design and developments, co-ordinate stability studies and marketing supports (trouble shooting assays).
  • Coordinated activities between multiple laboratories working on similar projects.
  • Evaluated test results against established standards before making recommendations regarding further action or analysis.
  • Plan and conduct experiments according to project plans and keep timelines
  • Design and conduct investigations and experiments, record and analyze or interpret the results in support of project development objectives, keep accurate records of work undertaken
  • Supervise and support other team members in planning and execute experiments
  • Follow standard operating procedures and safety guidelines and maintain a clean and orderly environment
  • Engage in continuous learning and skill development
  • Maintains and implement ISO 13485 / FDA QSR 21 CFR: PART 820 and other relevant International standards and regulations
  • Communicate and collaborate with other professionals in the lab
  • Ensure necessary and effective support for operations and marketing on technical issues, customer special requirements, complaint and problem solving
  • Assist new product clinical trials and new product transfer and provide necessary supports such as developing procedures and standards for product launching
  • Conduct initial review for study protocols & reports and other documents to support R&D projects prior to external review
  • Identify process problems, suggests improvements, and initiates trouble-shooting.
  • Provide adequate and appropriate training for subordinates
  • Assist with lab planning and equipment calibration and maintenance
  • Researched new technologies that could be used to improve existing processes or create new products.
  • Identified potential problems and developed solutions related to research projects.
  • Documented all experiments conducted according to organizational policies and regulatory requirements.
  • Investigated customer complaints related to product performance issues.
  • Developed reports and recommendations regarding research outcomes.
  • Shared research findings through publications, and presentations
  • Conducted experiments properly by adhering to health, safety and environmental regulations.
  • Conducted experiments to analyze protein expression using SDS-PAGE, western blotting, and ELISA assays.
  • Performed experiments to identify and quantify microorganisms in samples using PCR-based assays.
  • Monitored diagnostic test results.
  • Lead, optimize and develop lateral flow assay for point-of-care applications
  • Design, perform, and analyze experiments, including:

- nanoparticle conjugations

- isothermal amplification or PCR

- Lateral flow assay development

- antibody screening and selection

- antigen screening, purification and modification

RESEARCH FELLOW

NANYANG TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY
Singapore
09.2020 - 03.2021
  • Designed research and experimental studies, and executing research techniques
  • Compiled and organized research data to produce reports and graphs
  • Ordered supplies, stocked work areas and prepared materials for research purposes
  • Update 'Standard Operational Procedure' (SOP) and handling the audits
  • Preparing the draft manuscript for publication and research proposal
  • Kept organized records, maintained inventory equipment and materials
  • Followed laboratory guidelines for handling biological specimens
  • Cleaned and sterilized lab area, tools, and equipment.
  • Assisted in the development of grant proposals aimed at funding further research into the impacts of climate change.
  • Supervised undergraduate interns working on projects related
  • Designed experiments that could be used to test hypotheses
  • Utilized statistical software to analyze quantitative data and draw conclusions about the trends
  • Planned materials, resources and execution to adhere to budget.

RESEARCH ASSISTANT

INSTITUTE FOR RESEARCH IN MOLECULAR MEDICINE (INFORMM), USM, PENANG
Penang
05.2019 - 07.2019
  • Designed research and experimental studies, executing research techniques, tests and assays
  • Created and implemented new research methods to explore mechanisms of biological processes
  • Compiled and organized research data to produce reports and graphs
  • Developed reports and recommendations regarding research outcomes
  • Ordered supplies, stocked work areas and prepared materials for research purposes
  • Reason to leave: Contract ended.

RESEARCH ASSISTANT

SCHOOL OF BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES, USM, PENANG
Penang
01.2017 - 03.2017
  • Designed research and experimental studies, executing research techniques, tests and assays
  • Created and implemented new research methods to explore mechanisms of biological processes
  • Compiled and organized research data to produce reports and graphs
  • Developed reports and recommendations regarding research outcomes
  • Ordered supplies, stocked work areas and prepared materials for research purposes.

RESEARCH ASSISTANT

SCHOOL OF BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES, USM, PENANG
Penang
05.2013 - 12.2013
  • Designed research and experimental studies, executing research techniques, tests and assays
  • Created and implemented new research methods to explore mechanisms of biological processes
  • Compiled and organized research data to produce reports and graphs
  • Developed reports and recommendations regarding research outcomes
  • Ordered supplies, stocked work areas and prepared materials for research purposes.

RESEARCH OFFICER

CENTER FOR CHEMICAL BIOLOGY (CCB@USM), USM, PENANG
Penang
06.2008 - 07.2012
  • Involved in setting up the Genomics, Proteomics, RNA and Bioinformatic Laboratories
  • Attended training
  • Molecular techniques at the University of Hawai’i by Dr
  • Jennifer Ann Saito
  • Nucleic acid extractions, PCR, RT-PCR, site-directed mutagenesis, cloning, protein expression
  • Pathway studio analysis by Dr
  • Anton Yuryev
  • Organized and conducted meetings with other researchers, group conferences and special events
  • Kept detailed track of chemical supplies
  • Compiled and organized research data to produce reports and graphs
  • Traveled to field sites to collect and record data useful for the draft rubber tree genome project and thermophilic bacteria project
  • Delivered all research finding in various formats, including presentations, papers, and spreadsheets
  • Prepared summaries of research findings and effectively presented them to supervisors
  • Participated in meetings, took copious notes for all attendees and distributed details
  • Checked incoming data for accuracy and integrity to identify and resolve problems
  • Kept equipment cleaned and maintained to optimize performance
  • Kept organized records, maintained inventory equipment and materials
  • Designed research and experimental studies, executing research techniques, and tests
  • Performed in-depth research to answer complex questions
  • Ordered supplies, stocked work areas and prepared materials for research purposes
  • Honed communication and interpersonal skills by working daily with more than 10 scientists on daft rubber tree genome and Antarctica yeast genome projects
  • Applied knowledge of microbiology and chemistry daily
  • Maintained clean and fully operational laboratory equipment
  • Followed laboratory guidelines for handling biological specimens
  • Cleaned and sterilized lab area, tools and equipment
  • Reason to leave: Further study in the Ph.D
  • Program.
  • Prepared presentations summarizing key insights from gathered information.
  • Coordinated with external vendors regarding equipment needed for upcoming experiments.

INTERNSHIP STUDENT

GENERAL HOSPITAL TAIPING, PERAK
Perak
05.2007 - 06.2007
  • Conducted and supported research, including the collection of information and samples
  • Sanitized workstations and instruments to avoid cross-contamination
  • Isolated, identified and prepared specimens for examination
  • Followed laboratory guidelines for handling biological specimens
  • Supported work of pathologist by cutting, staining and mounting tissues samples for analysis
  • Cultivated, isolated and identified microorganism in biological samples to assist in diagnostic efforts
  • Performed various tests on patients’ biological specimens to assess needs and medication effectiveness.

Education

PH.D. - BIOTECHNOLOGY

SCHOOL OF BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES, USM, PENANG
08.2019

MASTER OF SCIENCE - BIOTECHNOLOGY

CENTER FOR CHEMICAL BIOLOGY (CCB@USM), USM, PENANG
03.2011

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - MICROBIOLOGY

SCHOOL OF BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES, USM, PENANG
08.2008

Skills

  • Designing, planning, and execution
  • Data gathering and organization
  • Project management
  • Presentation skills
  • Team player
  • Mentoring and coaching the undergraduates
  • Project documentation
  • Troubleshooting methods
  • Technical analysis
  • Research and trend analysis
  • Product knowledge
  • Proficiency in molecular techniques
  • Work independently
  • Computer skills
  • Time management skills
  • Analyzing and synthesizing data
  • Laboratory operations
  • Field research
  • Chemical and molecular analysis
  • Literature searches
  • Resource management
  • Cellular and molecular biology
  • Report writing and analysis
  • Verbal communication
  • Laboratory testing
  • Conflict resolution
  • Multitasking
  • Microbiological techniques
  • Data Analysis
  • Experimental design
  • Prototype Development
  • Technical Troubleshooting
  • Root Cause Analysis
  • Research Planning

Activities

  • Illuminating Life – Got To Walk 2023; Saturday, 14, Oct 2023 03:00 pm - 09:00 pm(SGT); OCBC Square,Singapore
  • Volunteer Receptionist for BrArt Exhibition 2022, Breast Cancer Awareness Month (8th October 2022 and 16th October 2022), ION Orchard
  • Member of Toastmaster Society- Achieved Competent Communicator
  • Organizing committee for 4th Asian Conference on Plant-Microbe Symbiosis and Nitrogen Fixation (APMNF 2016) (16-19th October 2016) at ParkRoyal Penang Resort, Penang, Malaysia
  • Participated in the Occupational Safety and Health Course on 22nd September 2018, organized by the Occupational Safety and Health Committee by Universiti Sains Malaysia

Personal Information

Expected Salary: SGD 6000

Technical Skills

Oligonucleotide design, Colony PCR, DNA extractions, Cloning, Total RNA extraction, Gel electrophoresis, Ligation, DNA sequencing, Chemical mutagenesis, Microarray analysis, PCR amplification, Subcloning, sRNA isolation, DNA analysis, Chemical transformation, Bacterial conjugation, cDNA preparation, Site-directed mutagenesis, RNA sequencing analysis, Homologous recombination, Restriction enzyme digestion, PCR product purification, Gel extraction and purification, Plasmid extraction and purification, Nucleic acid quantitation, Gene knockout, Transposon mutagenesis, qRT-PCR, Genome analysis, Heterologous recombination, Sterilization techniques, Colony count, C. elegans maintenance, Electroporation, Culturing/sub-culturing bacteria cells, Electrocompetent cells preparation, Yeast Transformation, Bacteria transformation, Yeast Expression, Bacteria Expression, Western Blot, Bradford assay, ELISA, 2D electrophoresis, Metabolite extraction, FT-IR analysis, MALDI-TOF analysis, Biochemical tests, Biofilm formation assay, Protein purification, WIDAL test, SDS-Page electrophoresis, Affinity chromatography, Disc diffusion test, LC-MS/MS analysis, Phenol-sulfuric acid test, Protein expression, Ammonium sulphate precipitation, Peptide sequence preparation, Thin-layer chromatography, Tetrazolium microplate assay, MIC assay, Β-galactosidase assay, Media preparation, Inoculation of bacteria, Serial dilution, Gram stain, Negative staining, Autoclaving, Pure colony isolation, Bacteria cell staining, LIVE/DEAD cell viability stain, Antibiotic agar plates preparation, Streak plate technique, Bacterial growth curve, TEM and SEM bacteria sample preparations, PubMed, KEGG, CLUSTALW, Beacon designer, MetaboAnalyst 3.0, MetFrag, UniProt, REVIGO, Pathway studio, Bioedit, UNAFold, InterPro Scan, METLIN, STRING, ExPasy, BLAST, PrimerQuest, Primer3, DAVID bioinformatics, Massbank, BioCyc data collection, BRENDA, Gel Documentation, Nimblegen Microarray, Electronic balance, Light microscope, Sonicator, Ultra-Centrifuges, Nanodrop, quantitative RT-PCR machine (Biorad), Incubators, Autoclave, Stereo microscope, Concentrator Plus, ATR FT-IR (Perkin Elmer), PCR machines (Biorad and Applied Biosystem), UV Spectrophotometers, Colony counters, Fluorescence microscope, Agilent bioanalyzer, miVac SpeedTrap concentrator

References

  • Mohd Nazalan Mohd Najimudin, Professor, School of Biological Sciences, USM, nazalan@usm.my, +604-653 6159, +6012-598 5600
  • Afsheen Aman, Associate Professor, afaman@uok.edu.pk, +9221-99261180-2 Ext: 114, +92-3332314423
  • Mohd Ghows Mohd Azzam, Associate Professor, School of Biological Sciences, USM, ghows@usm.my, +604-653 4005, +6012-202 6479

Training

  • INTERNATIONAL CONGRESS OF THE MALAYSIAN SOCIETY FOR MICROBIOLOGY 2017, Hotel Bangi Putrajaya, 4th-7th December 2017, In silico Reconstruction of Biofilm Formation Pathways and Identification of Putative Biofilm-related Small RNAs of Salmonella enterica serovar Typhi (Poster)
  • 11th Biocolloqium, School of Biological Sciences, USM, 12th January 2017, Transcriptomic Analysis of Competition between Sibling Bacterial Colonies of Escherichia coli ATCC 25922
  • 14th Biocolloqium, School of Biological Sciences, USM, 16th August 2016, Interaction between sibling bacterial colonies
  • INTERNATIONAL CONGRESS OF THE MALAYSIAN SOCIETY FOR MICROBIOLOGY 2015, Bayview Beach Resort Penang, Malaysia, 7-10th December 2015, Characterization of cellular aggregation in Paenibacillus durus ATCC 35681 (Poster)
  • 11th Biocolloqium, School of Biological Sciences, USM, 27th January 2015, Study of cellular aggregation in Paenibacillus durus ATCC 35681

Accomplishments

  • Outstanding Performance Award (MP Biomedical Asia Pacific Pte Ltd., April 2023)

Certification

1. ISO 13485:2016 Internal Auditor Course (LQRA) (Issued Sep 2023)

Credential ID 41936758-41953797

2. Data Analysis using Excel: Power User (Issued Dec 2023)
National Trades Union Congress (NTUC)

3. ICAgile Certified Professional (ICAgile) (Issued December 2023)
Credential ID: 396-42565-0abc57ea-9bba-4b6c-9526-0d980c317733

Languages

English
First Language
Chinese (Mandarin)
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Chinese (Cantonese)
Proficient (C2)
C2
Malay
Proficient (C2)
C2
Japanese
Beginner
A1
Korean
Beginner
A1

Timeline

Research Scientist

MP Biomedicals Asia Pacific Pte Ltd
04.2021 - Current

RESEARCH FELLOW

NANYANG TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY
09.2020 - 03.2021

RESEARCH ASSISTANT

INSTITUTE FOR RESEARCH IN MOLECULAR MEDICINE (INFORMM), USM, PENANG
05.2019 - 07.2019

RESEARCH ASSISTANT

SCHOOL OF BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES, USM, PENANG
01.2017 - 03.2017

RESEARCH ASSISTANT

SCHOOL OF BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES, USM, PENANG
05.2013 - 12.2013

RESEARCH OFFICER

CENTER FOR CHEMICAL BIOLOGY (CCB@USM), USM, PENANG
06.2008 - 07.2012

INTERNSHIP STUDENT

GENERAL HOSPITAL TAIPING, PERAK
05.2007 - 06.2007

PH.D. - BIOTECHNOLOGY

SCHOOL OF BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES, USM, PENANG

MASTER OF SCIENCE - BIOTECHNOLOGY

CENTER FOR CHEMICAL BIOLOGY (CCB@USM), USM, PENANG

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - MICROBIOLOGY

SCHOOL OF BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES, USM, PENANG

1. ISO 13485:2016 Internal Auditor Course (LQRA) (Issued Sep 2023)

Credential ID 41936758-41953797

2. Data Analysis using Excel: Power User (Issued Dec 2023)
National Trades Union Congress (NTUC)

3. ICAgile Certified Professional (ICAgile) (Issued December 2023)
Credential ID: 396-42565-0abc57ea-9bba-4b6c-9526-0d980c317733

FUI LING NG