Total 76 Science / R&D / Research job vacancies in D23 Hillview, Dairy Farm, Bukit Panjang, Choa Chu Kang

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Job Description

We are looking for an experienced and proactive Genomics and Data Analytics Core (GeDaC) Facility Manager to lead and expand our team at Cancer Science Institute of Singapore. The ideal candidate will bring together a scientific background, business development expertise, and operational leadership skills to drive growth, build partnerships, and ensure the financial sustainability of GeDaC. This position will be key to advancing our facility’s presence in the genomics and data analytics fields, particularly in supporting cancer research initiatives. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of bioinformatics research through a cutting-edge core facility. If you are a passionate and motivated individual with a strong business acumen, we encourage you to apply.

Strategic Leadership and Operational Oversight:

• Lead the day-to-day operations of the GeDaC facility, ensuring high-quality service delivery and operational efficiency.
• Develop and implement strategic initiatives to enhance GeDaC's impact within the Cancer Science Institute and across Singapore’s research community.
• Identify and address operational bottlenecks and areas for improvement, optimizing workflow to increase productivity and client satisfaction.

Marketing and Business Development:

• Create and execute a comprehensive marketing plan to promote GeDaC’s genomics and data analytics services, targeting both academic and industry partners.
• Establish and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including principal investigators, research labs, healthcare professionals, and corporate partners.
• Conduct market research to stay abreast of advancements and emerging trends in genomics and bioinformatics, using insights to inform service offerings and identify new revenue opportunities.
• Represent GeDaC at conferences, workshops, and networking events, showcasing the facility’s capabilities and building a strong client network.

Financial Management and Revenue Growth:

• Develop and manage the facility’s budget, monitoring revenue and expenditure to ensure financial sustainability.
• Lead contract negotiations with clients and vendors, setting pricing structures that reflect market value and service costs.
• Track service utilization and generate periodic performance reports, using data to drive business strategies and make informed decisions about resource allocation.
• Oversee billing, invoicing, and collection processes, ensuring timely and accurate payments.

Product Development and Client Relations:

• Collaborate with scientific and technical teams to develop new services and products that meet the evolving needs of the genomics and data analytics research community.
• Engage with clients to understand their research objectives, providing tailored solutions and ensuring high levels of satisfaction.
• Act as the primary point of contact for client inquiries, addressing concerns promptly and fostering long-term partnerships.

Qualifications

• At least Master's Degree in Genomics, Bioinformatics, Data Science, or a related field, with a strong foundation in cancer genomics or biomedical research.
• Proven experience in business development, marketing, or management roles within a scientific or technical services environment, preferably in core facilities or research institutes.
• Demonstrated ability to create and execute business strategies that drive growth and financial sustainability.
• Strong leadership skills with a proactive and collaborative management style.
• Deep understanding of genomics, bioinformatics, and data analytics, with the ability to translate scientific capabilities into client-focused solutions.
• Proficiency in budgeting, forecasting, and revenue tracking, with a track record of managing financial performance.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for engaging diverse audiences, including researchers, clinicians, and corporate clients.
• Forward-thinking with the ability to foresee industry shifts and adjust strategies accordingly.
• Committed to providing exceptional service and fostering long-term client relationships.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively while maintaining a high level of attention to detail.

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Job Description

• Assist CAG research projects and activities, and support CAG Senior Research Fellows and Faculty Associates in their research projects
• Prepare background briefs, presentations, and track specific issues
• Conduct independent research, and write academic and policy research papers and reports
• Compile and manage research materials and products
• Provide editorial and management support to research projects, events, and publications
• Organise and support CAG events, including academic and policy conferences and workshops
• Undertake other administrative duties related to research projects such as managing correspondence and filing
• Support CAG public engagement including social media content management and website maintenance

Job Requirements

• A Master’s degree holder in a discipline within the social sciences and/or humanities
• Expertise or interests in any of the following:
  o China-India relations
  o Asian politics and international relations, including great power politics and Southeast Asian regional politics
  o Applicants with other areas of interests will also be considered if relevant to CAG research focus
• Strong analytical ability and strong self-motivation
• Able to work independently
• An ability to engage with research and policy communities in Asia and around the world
• A strong sense of collegiality
• Excellent spoken and written English
• Ability/experience with social media content management tools
• At least 2-3 years of experience in academic research

Application Procedure

Applicants should submit in electronic form (MS Word or PDF file) for the following below:

• Cover letter, with a brief statement of research expertise and its relevance to research interests as above
• Detailed curriculum vitae
• At least one writing sample (in English)
• Two references/recommendation letters
• Joining date: January 2025
• Application deadline: December 15, 2024

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Job Description

• To perform safety-related work such as

(a) Conduct safety training / briefing for personnel who needs to work in the cleanroom;

(b) Carry out periodic emergency response drill to familiarize personnel with standard evacuation and response procedure;

(c) Carry out periodic inspection of safety facility such as eyewash & shower, chemical spill absorbent, fire extinguisher, etc.

(d) To monitor users’ activities on CCTV for any irregularities.

• To respond to an emergency call during and after office hour. The emergencies can be a building fire alarm, a fab evacuation alarm which can be a hazardous material spill or a leak or a medical emergency situation.
• To assess the situation and discuss a coordinated response plan with both Safety Manager and Lab Manager based on Emergency Response Plan (ERP)
• To be on standby / on-site for ad-hoc / extended hours lab operations request;
• To learn and have some understand of the chemistry for each individual tools and new projects to ensure Industrial Hygiene for the lab and users are met.
• To follow up, understand changes and make assessment on the safety aspect for tool continuous improvement process (CIP)
• To liaise with supplier for maintenance / procurement of ERT equipment / supplies;
• To perform risk assessments for the research activities related to E5 Cleanroom process and equipment.
• Support the development and implementation of Safety & Health Management System for AMAT-NUS Corp Lab conducting materials research.
• To support on Safety audits
• Any other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Diploma/ Degree knowledge and demonstrated experience in the laboratory safety management.
• Awareness of local safety regulations and some experience in developing and implementing Workplace Safety & Health Management System and Programmes.
• Understanding of the scientific and safety-related issues of materials research protocols and ability to review the risk assessments of such protocols.
• Knowledge and understanding of material safety principles, policies, and procedures.
• Effective communication (verbal and technical writing) skills, excellent customer service skills with attention to detail.
• Well verse with Microsoft office and good documentation control. IT application knowledge will be an advantage.

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are looking for highly-motivated and skilled programmers to join us in Biomed DAR (BII A*Star), to work on a new initiative in the development and deployment of software tools for data management support systems/biomedical data repository. Our work supports BMRC-wide research programmes and industry collaborations.

Successful candidates will work with a team of data scientists, data engineers and UI designers to program a web-application stack for automated data integrity checks, data curation, data annotation, and data imputation for structured data generated by research programmes. Successful candidates will have the opportunity to tap into a large pool of biomedical data from different disciplines and to interact with the companies/researchers to understand their real data needs.

JOB REQUIREMENT

· Minimum bachelor’s degree or diploma in the field of computer science, computer engineering, or other web programming intensive course. With expertise in at least one of the following areas: creating, maintaining, implementing APIs, front-end development, microservices architecture

· Possess minimum 5 years or more of relevant work experience.

· Ability to work independently to translate design templates and ideas into programs with efficient coding.

· Basic knowledge in data analytics and proficient in Python, Node.js, React, SQL

· Prior industry experience with engineering, financial services, healthcare is a plus.

· Able to deliver under tight schedule.

· Good team player with understanding of best practices and cybersecurity.

· Good interpersonal and communication skills.

The above eligibility criteria are not exhaustive. A*STAR may include additional selection criteria based on its prevailing recruitment policies. These policies may be amended from time to time without notice. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

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Job Description

The National University of Singapore invites applications for a Research Fellow position in the characterization of adaptive immunity against emerging highly pathogenic viruses, within the Infectious Diseases Translational Research Programme (ID TRP) at the Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine. The ID TRP is a 17-member programme comprising both basic scientists and clinician-scientists, enabling seamless translation of research. The programme has strong expertise in bacterial antibiotic resistance, multidrug resistance, and emerging viruses, covering areas such as epidemiology, molecular mechanisms, animal models, and therapeutic and prophylactic interventions. Other active areas of research include phage biology, pneumococcal infections, and microbiome studies. Appointments will initially be made on a yearly contract basis, with the possibility of extension.

Purpose of the post

We are seeking a highly motivated individual with a strong passion for emerging viral diseases, who is eager to contribute to advancing our understanding of infectious disease threats in this region and to help strengthen preparations for future pandemics. As a Research Fellow (RF), you will play a pivotal role in the project, working closely with the Principal Investigator and the broader study team to ensure the project is completed on time and with high impact.

The primary responsibility of the RF will be to lead the project independently, while also collaborating closely with our regional study partners. You will be expected to design, execute, and oversee experiments, particularly in animal models, to investigate immune responses to emerging viral pathogens. This will involve conducting both humoral and cellular immunological assays, with a focus on understanding how the immune system responds to new and potentially dangerous viral threats.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in immunology and virology, with expertise in studying immune responses—both humoral and cellular— to infectious diseases. You should be comfortable working independently and taking ownership of the project, while also having the ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with diverse teams of researchers. This is an exciting opportunity for a researcher passionate about making a meaningful contribution to public health and pandemic preparedness.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

The RF will be responsible for:

• Designing and developing assays to assess humoral and cellular immune responses to infectious diseases.
• Conducting animal experiments, with a focus on immunization and infection studies.
• Characterizing and isolating monoclonal antibodies from immunized mouse models.
• Supervising and training research assistants and undergraduate students.
• Collaborating with team members to provide expertise in study design and data analysis.

Qualifications

The applicant should ideally:

• Hold a PhD in virology or immunology.
• Have expertise in T cell and antibody-related techniques.
• Possess hands-on experience in handling laboratory animals.
• Demonstrate a strong research background, with a track record of publications in related fields.

Remuneration will be commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications and experience. Informal enquiries are welcome and should be made to Dr Tan Chee Wah at gmstanc@nus.edu.sg.

Formal application: Please submit your application, indicating current/expected salary, supported by a detailed CV (including personal particulars, academic and employment history, complete list of publications/oral presentations and full contacts of three (3) referees to this job portal.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Position Overview:

Black Sesame Technologies is a rapidly expanding artificial intelligence company backed by substantial VC funding, dedicated to pioneering algorithms and chips for artificial intelligence and image processing. As a Research Scientist in this role, you will collaborate closely with leading researchers to forge cutting-edge perception algorithms aimed at tackling real-world challenges in autonomous driving and beyond. The primary focus of perception is to identify and comprehend the surrounding environment of autonomous vehicles, supporting L2 and L3 automated driving capabilities. This involves constructing a real-time virtual representation of the local environment by processing input data predominantly from cameras, alongside data from complementary sensors such as radars, IMU, and ultrasonic sensors.

Job Description:

• Develop deep learning-based perception algorithms encompassing object detection, lane detection, segmentation, depth estimation, and other related tasks.
• Innovate state-of-the-art network architectures and training methodologies, assessing their efficacy in addressing vision-related challenges.
• Execute deep network compression tailored for ASIC platforms.
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in deep learning and computer vision literature, proactively proposing novel concepts.
• Contribute to patent and research paper publications.

Job Requirements:

- Master Degree/ PhD in Computer Science, electrical engineering, or a related field.

- Possess 3+ years of experience in computer vision / machine learning development.

- Demonstrated expertise in research and development within one or more of the following domains:

• Deep network development, particularly with visual data.
• Object detection and tracking.
• Stereo / optical flow / depth estimation.
• Multi-view geometry and 3D computer vision.
• Structure from motion.
• Network compression and optimization.
• Network-based sensor fusion.
• Mathematical optimization.
• Proficient programming skills in Python (knowledge of C++ is advantageous).

Interested applicants are invited to apply directly at the NUS Career Portal

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Job Description

Position Overview: The Academy for Healthy Longevity at the Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, seeks a dynamic and versatile Research Associate to serve as the Executive Support and Operations Lead. This pivotal role will provide high-level support to the Principal Investigator (PI) and executive staff, while gaining broad exposure to various aspects of geroscience and geromedicine research. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in advancing the Academy's mission to position Singapore as a global leader in healthy aging research.

This one-year appointment offers an exceptional opportunity for a motivated individual to fast-track their research career by engaging in diverse projects and gaining comprehensive insights into the field of healthy longevity.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

## Executive Support

- Serve as the primary liaison between the PI, executive staff, and internal/external stakeholders

- Manage the PI's schedule, including coordinating meetings, travel arrangements, and prioritizing commitments

- Prepare and edit high-level correspondence, reports, and presentations for the PI and executive team

- Assist in the development and implementation of strategic initiatives aligned with the Academy's goals

## Research Coordination

- Collaborate with research teams to track project progress and ensure timely completion of deliverables

- Assist in the preparation of grant proposals, ethics applications, and regulatory documentation

- Coordinate with internal departments and external partners to facilitate research collaborations

- Support the dissemination of research findings through publications and conference presentations

Main Duties and Responsibilities

## Operational Management

- Support day-to-day operations of the Academy, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness

- Support the management of budgets and financial planning for research projects and operational activities

- Coordinate facility and equipment management to support research activities

## Team Leadership and Development

- Assist in the recruitment, onboarding, and training of new staff and students

- Identify training needs and facilitate professional development opportunities for team members

- Foster a collaborative and innovative work environment that promotes excellence in research

## Stakeholder Engagement

- Represent the Academy at conferences, workshops, and public forums

- Assist in organizing and executing outreach events and initiatives to promote the Academy's work

- Build and maintain relationships with academic partners, industry collaborators, and government agencies

Qualifications

- Master's degree in Life Sciences, Medicine, Public Health, or a related field

- Minimum of 3 years of experience in a research or healthcare setting, with demonstrated project management skills

- Strong understanding of clinical research protocols, regulatory requirements, and ethical standards

- Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with diverse stakeholders

- Proficiency in data analysis, research methodologies, and relevant software applications

- Demonstrated leadership potential and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively

- Keen interest in geroscience, geromedicine, and healthy aging research

- Adaptability and willingness to engage in a wide range of tasks and research areas

This position offers an unparalleled opportunity to gain comprehensive exposure to cutting-edge research in healthy longevity while developing crucial leadership and operational skills. The successful candidate will play a vital role in advancing the Academy's mission and positioning themselves for rapid career growth in the dynamic field of geroscience.

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are looking for highly-motivated and skilled programmers to join us in Biomed DAR (BII A*Star), to work on a new initiative in the development and deployment of software tools for data management support systems/biomedical data repository. Our work supports BMRC-wide research programmes and industry collaborations.

Successful candidates will work with a team of data scientists, data engineers and UI designers to program a web-application stack for automated data integrity checks, data curation, data annotation, and data imputation for structured data generated by research programmes. Successful candidates will have the opportunity to tap into a large pool of biomedical data from different disciplines and to interact with the companies/researchers to understand their real data needs.

JOB REQUIREMENT

· Minimum bachelor’s degree or diploma in the field of computer science, computer engineering, or other web programming intensive course. With expertise in at least one of the following areas: creating, maintaining, implementing APIs, front-end development, microservices architecture

· Possess minimum 2 - 3 years or more of relevant work experience.

· Ability to work independently to translate design templates and ideas into programs with efficient coding.

· Basic knowledge in data analytics and proficient in Python, Node.js, React, SQL

· Prior industry experience with engineering, financial services, healthcare is a plus.

· Able to deliver under tight schedule.

· Good team player with understanding of best practices and cybersecurity.

· Good interpersonal and communication skills.

The above eligibility criteria are not exhaustive. A*STAR may include additional selection criteria based on its prevailing recruitment policies. These policies may be amended from time to time without notice. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Summary

Apple is looking for a thought leader in Market Research to support research and insight needs in Asia markets especially Southeast Asia and India. This position is responsible for developing research plans, managing local specific projects, working closely with local stakeholders and Research team to deliver insights that unlocks new growth opportunities for the local market and informs decision making. We’re looking for an expert in consumer research and research methodologies, highly capable and agile in analyzing and synthesizing data across different sources, translating data into actionable insights and linking it to business issues. The candidate should also have creative visualization and impactful presentation/communication skill. The key success factor in this role is the ability to design, oversea and utilize research programs to timely capture consumer voice and address unique local business needs. The success of this role will also highly depend on strong collaboration with other research members and local function teams.

Description

• Partner with local teams in SEA and India to identify the key local business issues, create research brief and develop research plan that delivers compelling insights and provides thought leadership.
• Lead, develop and manage primary consumer research execution for data collection and reporting, and conduct advanced analysis when needed.
• Communicate and deliver meaningful research results to key stakeholders and support insights communication for local needs.
• Manage syndicated data sources as well and triangulate data from various sources to deliver broader strategic insight.
• Work closely with other research members in the team to make sure the best synergy, high quality and seamless communication across the projects & deliverables in the Asia region. Support projects for other markets in the region when needed.
• Collaborate with global research team on projects involving SEA and India where local input & participations are required.
• Identify high quality local data sources and local agencies. Bring innovation to research projects including recommendation of relevant approaches that suit local markets best.
• Travel to US, China and other Asia markets is required.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelors degree in market research or human behavior, sociology or statistics related field.

At least 7-8 years of demonstrated success in customer insights / marketing research in a consumer technology / consumer products company or market research firm.

Preferred Qualifications

• Intellectually curious with proven track record in quantitative and qualitative survey analysis.
• Comprehensive experience in market research project and agency management.
• Highly analytical, capable to cut data for different needs and run advanced analysis (regressions, driver analysis, factor analysis and cluster analysis etc.) when needed.
• Extremely strong communication, visualization and articulation skills to deliver meaningful insights to shape business decisions.
• Curiosity and perseverance, a drive for focus and excellence, ability to multi-task and ask questions.
• Dynamic and highly motivated individual who works well in a fast-paced and changing environment and always willing to learn new things.
• Deep expertise with application of a broad range of consumer research techniques and methodologies.
• Ability to efficiently manage and implement quick-turnaround, high volume of projects
• Great understanding of consumer technology industry.

About EDDC:

EDDC is a National platform dedicated to developing innovative therapies that transform patients' lives. Our research and development efforts are focused on uncovering the underlying mechanisms of disease and translating this knowledge into impactful treatments. We work collaboratively with public sector and industry partners to translate scientific discoveries arising from Singapore"s biomedical and clinical sciences R&D into innovative healthcare solutions, with a focus on Asian-prevalent diseases.

Position Summary:

We are looking for an experienced research scientist in biologics drug discovery to lead biologics projects and platform. The successful candidate will lead the planning and execution of drug discovery projects, coordinating among different scientific disciplines to implement strategic initiatives, monitor the progress of discovery projects and address any development bottleneck. The role also involves facilitating interactions with internal teams, external partners, and key stakeholders.

Project leadership:

• Lead 1-2 biologics project/platform, including scouting, nominating and driving the projects to meet key milestones
• Collaborate cross-functionally to align project resources and execution, proactive in proposing innovative solutions in the development of biologics therapeutics.
• Plan and execute complex research experiments on a need basis.
• Apply biologics technologies to enhance project innovation and efficiency.
• Partner with external academic and industry collaborations to advance new partnership opportunity.

Function innovation and continuous improvement:

• Active contribution to the function group by offering technical expertise in biologics drug discovery and development.
• Identify and evaluate new process improvement, technologies and approaches and effectively apply to project.

Job Requirements:

• PhD in in pharmaceutical sciences and related biomedical disciplines.
• A minimum of 5 years relevant postdoctoral or pharmaceutical industry experience with a strong focus on biologics drug discovery.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple parallel projects.
• Demonstrated capacity to conceptualise, strategise and execute research plans.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to interpret and explain complex data.
• Self-motivated, fast learner with strong organization skills.
• Good interpersonal skills, team-orientated with strong collaborative spirit in building relationships internally and externally.

The above eligibility criteria are not exhaustive. A*STAR may include additional selection criteria based on its prevailing recruitment policies. These policies may be amended from time to time without notice. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Interested applicants are invited to apply directly at the NUS Career Portal

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We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Job Description

A full-time Research Assistant position in the team led by Assistant Professor Chua Wei Ling is available at the Alice Lee Centre for Nursing Studies, National University of Singapore. The selected candidate will work closely with the Principal Investigator in the research domains of (i) nursing staffing and patient outcomes and (ii) post-sepsis syndrome.

This position provides an excellent opportunity for candidates looking to further experience in research with a view to a Master’s and/or PhD with the Principal Investigator.

Appointment will be made on a 12-month contract basis in the first instance, with the possibility of extension, depending on project commitments and candidate’s career objectives.

Duties

The appointee will be required to:

1. Oversee the administration and general management of the research projects, including support with grant and ethics application and liaise with relevant stakeholders in preparing research agreements.
2. Conduct research fieldwork, including recruiting and managing participants, data collection, data analysis.
3. Assist in preparing reports and meeting materials for stakeholders.
4. Work on other tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

The applicant should:

1. have a Degree in nursing, health-related, social-science disciplines; preferably with some experiences in research;
2. be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite applications, e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint;
3. have excellent project management, organisation, coordination, and problem-solving skills;
4. have excellent interpersonal skills and written and verbal communication skills in English;
5. be a good team player with a strong sense of responsibility;
6. be highly motivated individual with capacity to work independently;
7. Proficiency in Mandarin required as the position will require working with Chinese-speaking participants
8. Experience in planning, managing, and implementing healthcare-related research projects will be an added advantage;
9. Proficiency in data analysis applications (e.g. SPSS, Jamovi, Stata, R & etc) will be an added advantage.

Application

Remuneration will be commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications and experience. Preference will be given to those with previous experience in research and project management.

Applicants should be a Singaporean Citizen or Permanent Resident.

Formal application: Please submit your application, indicating current/expected salary, supported by a CV and complete contact information of 3 referees via the NUS Careers Portal.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Job Description:

We are seeking an AI/ML expert to drive AI in drug discovery in the area of pharmacology and pharmacometrics, including PK/PD, in the Bioinformatics Institute (BII). The PI will build a research group in BII and collaborate closely with clinicians and researchers to drive this effort across Singapore. The PI is also expected to lead or participate in grant proposals and work with industry to translate new technologies developed.

Job Requirements:

• PhD in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Data Science, Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering or a related field.
• Deep experience in AI/ML methodologies related to drug discovery and pharmacology.
• 5-10 years’ experience in the drug development process.
• Outstanding record in publications, patents or securing research funds, or substantial industry experience.
• Strong management skills in leading a research team, executing projects and working with multiple stakeholders.
• Consistent track record in delivering outcomes for AI /ML projects related to healthcare and pharmacology.
• Excellent communication skills

The “Cellular Basis of Neural Diseases” laboratory in the Institute of Molecular and Cell Biology, A*STAR invites applications for a position as Senior Scientist I (Postdoctoral Research Fellow) in Cellular and Metabolic Therapies for Neurological Diseases.

The goal of the program is to derive clinically relevant neural cell types from induced pluripotent stem cells for development of novel therapies. This will be achieved through enhanced biological understanding of the disease progression and identification of new disease targets.

Interested candidates should have a PhD degree in Biomedical Sciences, Neuroscience, Stem Cells and Regenerative Biology or a relevant field. The ideal candidate should possess the following characteristics:

• Passionate and committed to advance the frontiers of Stem Cell/Neuroscience research
• Excellent communication skills (both written and oral)
• A team player who can perform well with colleagues as well as independently
• Proven track record of scientific research evidenced by strong publication record
• Experience with neural organoid cultures, as well as single cell RNA-seq analyses would be highly desirable
• Meticulous and organized

Interested applicants are invited to apply directly at the NUS Career Portal

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We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Job Description

The Coastal Protection and Flood Resilience Institute (CFI) Singapore is actively seeking a Research Engineer to contribute to a groundbreaking research project. This research explores the efficacy of integrated nature-based solutions in sediment erosional control and coastal protection. The goal is to develop innovative, physically based models that quantify the protective benefits a vegetation meadow can offer to shorelines.

The Research Engineer will participate in experimental research, with a specific focus on studying sediment flux in hybrid solutions to coastal protection. He/she will lead and execute flume experiments, data analysis and field sampling as well as specific tasks which includes planning and conducting experiments, running laboratory analyses, collection and analysis of data, and performing basic administrative duties.

He/she will work need to work with Assistant Professor Gary Lei from Civil and Environmental Engineering and Dr. Ow Yan Xiang from the Tropical Marine Science Institute (TMSI) at NUS. Ideally, we are interested in candidates with prior experience with laboratory experiments.

Job Requirements

• Possess a bachelor’s degree in environmental engineering /Environmental Science/ Mechanical Engineering, or a closely-related field.
• Priority will be given to applicants who have prior research experience in coastal engineering, aquatic plants science, eco-hydraulics, and/or environmental fluid mechanics.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Suite and R, or other equivalent analytic software.
• Open to fixed-term contract.

Interested applicants are invited to apply directly at the NUS Career Portal

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We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Job Description

A Lab Technician position is available in Professor Chng Wee Joo’s research group at the Cancer Science Institute of Singapore. This role will involve processing various types of patient samples, managing the sample inventory, and supporting animal work experiments. The successful candidate will play an essential role in the lab’s ongoing research in haematological malignancies, focusing on understanding the pathogenesis of cancers like multiple myeloma, acute myeloid leukemia, and NK/T-cell lymphoma.

Key Responsibilities:

• Sample Processing:Process a range of patient samples, including bone marrow, peripheral blood, and buccal swabs, with accuracy and adherence to standard operating procedures.
  Prepare samples for downstream analyses such as genomics and proteomics studies to aid research into cancer biomarkers and therapeutic targets.
  
• Inventory Management:Organize and maintain a detailed inventory of patient samples, ensuring proper labeling, storage, and tracking.
  Document and record all sample processing details accurately to contribute to research data integrity.
  
• Animal Work Support:Assist in handling laboratory mice, including breeding, monitoring, and performing procedures such as blood collection and organ harvesting.
  Support researchers in setting up animal experiments that model cancer progression and response to treatments.
  
• Lab Maintenance:Maintain a clean, safe, and organized laboratory environment, following all safety protocols and biosafety guidelines.
  Ensure proper maintenance and calibration of lab equipment to support sample processing and animal work.
  
• Team Collaboration:Work closely with researchers and other lab members, communicating effectively to ensure efficient sample flow and workflow.
  Contribute to team discussions by providing feedback on sample processing methods and laboratory procedures.

Qualifications

• Minimum Diploma in Life Sciences, Biomedical Sciences, or a related field.
• Previous experience in a laboratory setting is preferred, especially with sample processing and/or animal handling.
• Familiarity with laboratory procedures, including sample processing and inventory management.
• Knowledge of laboratory safety protocols and biosafety practices.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills to handle high volumes of samples accurately.
• Effective communication skills and a collaborative team approach.

Desirable Attributes:

• Experience working with cancer research samples or models.
• Interest in cancer biology and translational research.
• Ability to adapt in a dynamic research environment and support multiple projects.