A*STAR Infectious Diseases Labs (A*STAR IDL) is seeking a Laboratory Officer/ Technician (BSL-3 operations) to join us.

The Laboratory Officer/ Technician will engage in day-to-day operations, housekeeping, maintenance of the high containment (BSL-3) and BSL-2 enhanced laboratories. This role will involve but is not limited to the following:

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform lab biohazard waste collection, sort, autoclave, and safe disposal.
• Liaise with biohazard waste contractor for scheduled disposal.
• Manage laboratory supplies, chemical and equipment inventory.
• Assist in coordination of the lab maintenance, calibration, repair of faulty and recertification of laboratory equipment.
• Coordinate with vendors and service providers to ensure timely delivery of lab supplies and stock checking.
• Track and manage personal protective equipment (PPE) inventory, perform regular checks, and replenish stock as needed.
• Maintain overall cleanliness and organization of the laboratories.
• Able to carry loads such as lab laundry and send for cleaning, drying and redistributing to storage cabinet.
• Perform ad-hoc duties as required to facilitate smooth and efficient operation of the lab.

Job Requirements:

• "N" Level/"O" Level/ITE/NITEC/Higher NITEC/Diploma.
• Minimum 2 years working experience in a BSL-2 laboratory setting.
• Experience in a high containment environment will be advantageous.
• Team player, proactive and possess good communication skills.
• Ability to work independently under minimal supervision.
• Able to wear PPE and don respirator to perform daily work.
• Knowledge of biohazard waste management and autoclaving procedures.
• Familiarity with research animal facility housekeeping.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Willing to learn and ability to follow strict safety protocols and guidelines

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.

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

MINDS has been caring for Persons with Intellectual Disabilities (PWIDs) and their families since 1962.

Grounded in the belief that all PWIDs have innate abilities and talents, MINDS is committed to empowering them and enhancing their quality of life, while advocating for greater inclusivity for PWIDs as a nation.

MINDS is today one of the largest charities in Singapore employing more than 850 staff. With the key focus to expand community-based services, improving the employability of PWIDS, strengthening education, and engendering inclusive community living, MINDS offers a holistic range of services and programmes across the PWIDs’ lifespan.

These include schools, employment and training development centres, home-based care services and community-based services to cater to the physical, psychological, environmental and social needs of PWIDs. For more information, please visit www.minds.org.sg.

RESPONSIBILITIES

To perform the tasks of teaching, training, supervising, maintaining and developing the functioning level of client to function adequately and independently in the areas of Activities of Daily Living, Community Living, Social and Recreational Skills.

Please watch this recruitment video to find out more about the role of Training Officer - https://bit.ly/3fHXuvv

Client Engagement & Development

• To meaningfully engage, teach, train, supervise, maintain and develop the functioning level of clients to function adequately and independently in the following areas:

• Activities of Daily Living
• Home Living Skills
• Community Living & Mobility Skills
• Social and Recreational Skills
• Work Readiness Skills

Client/Trainee Management & Development

• Formulate and implement Individual Learning Programme (ILP) through professional assessment
• Engage in continuous assessment, training and evaluation of trainees’ holistic development
• Plan and Implement appropriate group activities
• Plan, implement and monitor trainees’ security and safety procedures

 Support Allied Health Professionals

• Monitor and implement programmes designed by Allied Health Professionals in the area of health fitness & wellness programme, motivational & behaviour management plans as well as sensory awareness
• Communicate critical information to Social Worker and Centre Manager

 Administrative & Operations

• Support unit operational and logistics management
• Ensure centre/trainees safety and security
• Update of  clients’/trainee’s daily attendance and participation in activities, events and programmes in various client management system platforms
• Engage in caregiver dialogue sessions, home visits and maintain good rapport and communication with parents / caregivers
• Attend staff meeting and training as required

 Event Management

Staff will be assigned to oversee at least one of the following duties and will provide assistance to the other staff when required:

Camp, Festive Celebrations, Sports Events, First Aid & Medicare, Evacuation & Emergency Planning Team, Transport Duties, Staff Welfare and others

• Organise internal/external events and activities for trainees
• Support volunteer engagement events
• Support public education activities
• Support MINDS events at organisation level

• Minimum O levels
• NITEC Certificate in Community Care & Social Services (ITE)
• Certificate of Special Needs Education (MOE)
• Diploma of Special Education (MOE)
• Diploma in Disability Studies (SSI)
• Diploma of Community Services (SSI)

• Computer literacy skills MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• People-oriented team player
• Good interpersonal and communication skill
• Passion and great deal of patience to work with people with intellectual disabilities

The Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR) is Singapore's lead public sector agency that fosters world-class scientific research and talent to drive economic growth to transform Singapore into a vibrant knowledge-based and innovation driven economy. For more information about A*STAR, please visit: www.a-star.edu.sg

A*STAR is spearheading a series of Strategic Research & Translational Thrusts (SRTT) that harnesses its multidisciplinary expertise to undertake a focused research mission. Operating as a cross-A*STAR initiative, SRTTs are geared at delivering impact and outcomes in specific thematic areas. Led by the A*STAR Research Office (RO), SRTTs will be actively managed where the SRTT Programme Directors and research team members will be provided dedicated central support. Under the newly established Central Initiative Administration (CIA), A*STAR is recruiting a Manager/Senior Manager/Assistant Director for SRTT Programme Research Administration and Operations.

Responsibilities & Duties

• Support the overall administration, office management and operations of SRTTs, including research admin support (e.g., support Project Investigators (PI) in grant administration and reporting, ethics review, research software support, scientific advisory panel meeting logistics, etc.)
• Provide corporate and business service support to SRTTs, working with Corporate Group (CG) and Space, Infrastructure and Admin (SpIA) Partners and Research Institute (RI) admin teams.
• Craft, review, and implement business process workflows to achieve efficiency and optimization.
• Work with the Central Initiative Directorate (CID) team to manage and track the operating budget for supporting the SRTTs; this includes costs of SRTT staff training, development and engagement, engaging experts / advisors, CG support, and other costs that may not be directly attributed to specific SRTTs.
• Work closely with RO and other relevant stakeholders to formulate, communicate, and implement administrative policies and procedures, adhering to relevant A*STAR policies and guidelines.
• Onboard new staff and students, including visiting scientists/professors.
• Plan and prioritize to cater to the different needs of SRTTs.

Requirements:

• Preferably possess a BSc or BA in a scientific discipline.
• Minimum 5 or more years of experience in research administration and operations preferred.
• Strong analytical and system thinking abilities, and good project management skills.
• Good communication and presentation skills (both written and oral).
• Ability to build relationship and work across different functions and departments.
• Proficiency in data analytics is a bonus.

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.

The Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR) is Singapore's lead public sector agency that fosters world-class scientific research and talent to drive economic growth to transform Singapore into a vibrant knowledge-based and innovation driven economy. For more information about A*STAR, please visit: www.a-star.edu.sg

A*STAR is spearheading a series of Strategic Research & Translational Thrusts (SRTT) that harnesses its multidisciplinary expertise to undertake a focused research mission. Operating as a cross-A*STAR initiative, SRTTs are geared at delivering impact and outcomes in specific thematic areas. Led by the A*STAR Research Office (RO), SRTTs will be actively managed where the SRTT Programme Directors and research team members will be provided dedicated central support. Under the newly established Central Initiative Administration (CIA), A*STAR is recruiting a Manager/Senior Manager/Assistant Director for SRTT Programme Research Administration and Operations.

Responsibilities & Duties

• Support the overall administration, office management and operations of SRTTs, including research admin support (e.g., support Project Investigators (PI) in grant administration and reporting, ethics review, research software support, scientific advisory panel meeting logistics, etc.)
• Provide corporate and business service support to SRTTs, working with Corporate Group (CG) and Space, Infrastructure and Admin (SpIA) Partners and Research Institute (RI) admin teams.
• Craft, review, and implement business process workflows to achieve efficiency and optimization.
• Work with the Central Initiative Directorate (CID) team to manage and track the operating budget for supporting the SRTTs; this includes costs of SRTT staff training, development and engagement, engaging experts / advisors, CG support, and other costs that may not be directly attributed to specific SRTTs.
• Work closely with RO and other relevant stakeholders to formulate, communicate, and implement administrative policies and procedures, adhering to relevant A*STAR policies and guidelines.
• Onboard new staff and students, including visiting scientists/professors.
• Plan and prioritize to cater to the different needs of SRTTs.

Requirements:

• Preferably possess a BSc or BA in a scientific discipline.
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in research administration and operations preferred.
• Strong analytical and system thinking abilities, and good project management skills.
• Good communication and presentation skills (both written and oral).
• Ability to build relationship and work across different functions and departments.
• Proficiency in data analytics is a bonus.

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.

Job Overview:

The Institute of Materials Research and Engineering (IMRE) is a research institute of the Agency for Science, Technology, and Research (A*STAR). Quantum Innovation Centre (Q.InC) is an A*STAR-level entity hosted within IMRE. Q.InC and IMRE are looking for a senior principal quantum scientist who has sufficient experience and proven track record of success in leading and managing quantum research, and bringing in external competitive funding. The scientist will be leading part of Q.InC’s hardware research efforts in areas such as quantum sensing and/or integrated photonics, and sit on Q.InC’s management team to strategise for Q.InC’s success.

In this role, you will work on the following but not limited to:

• Report directly to A*STAR’s Chief Quantum Scientist (CQS) and Q.InC’s Executive Director
• Lead and be responsible for Q.InC’s research efforts in quantum sensing and/or integrated photonics and/or other areas as CQS deems suitable
• Be the lead who is responsible for the success of these efforts, and answer questions from CQS, HQ, and A*STAR senior management when needed
• Work together with CQS and Q.InC’s management team to strategise for Q.InC’s excellence, e.g. discuss the progress of responsible research areas and performance of staff in these teams
• For the responsible research areas, lead the relevant Q.InC teams to secure significant external competitive funding from different grant schemes such as NQPI, NQSP, NRF-CRP, MTC Programmatic, IAF-PP/ICP, etc
• For the responsible research areas, lead the relevant Q.InC teams to establish close connections with local agencies and industry partners, such as HTX, DSO, OSTIn, to establish joint research programmes that bring in significant external support
• Help ensure the Q.InC teams being led undergo a smooth transition into other new structures following A*STAR senior management’s guidance

Requirements:

• Proven track record in leading and managing research teams
• A PhD degree in physics or engineering, ideally in quantum science
• 20 years of relevant research experience
• 10 years of relevant management experience
• Understanding of the intricate dynamics in different stakeholders, and optimising for the best outcome for Q.InC

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.

The Genome Institute of Singapore (GIS) is Singapore's flagship institute for the genomic sciences. The Agency for Science, Technology, and Research (A*STAR) is the parent funding body for the GIS and has a long-term commitment to advance science and develop innovative technology to further economic growth and improve lives. As one of the world's premier genomic centres, the GIS integrates genetics, genomics, high-throughput biology, and data science to gain fundamental, translational, and clinical insights into human disease and health (https://www.a-star.edu.sg/gis/).

The GIS invites applications for outstanding Principal Investigators at all levels of seniority to develop their independent research programmes in the following domains:

• Develop novel high throughput technologies for unveiling new insights into the biology of DNA or RNA. Candidates with an established track record in sequencing methodology development, genomics, functional genomics (studied using saturation mutagenesis), and molecular engineering are highly welcome.
• Develop novel technologies in RNA therapeutics (including either using RNA as medicine or targeting RNA in diseases). Candidates with an established track record in targeting RNA or engineering RNA for protein production, decay, and localization in health and disease systems are strongly encouraged to apply.
• AI and computational biology, to develop/use the latest machine learning strategies and computational analytics to analyze genomic and multimodal data to enable novel insights into biology and human health.

Principal investigators will be able to leverage GIS's strong sequencing facility, technology platforms, novel computational analytics, and outstanding biological systems to create scientific and societal impact.

Qualified candidates should have an MD, PhD, or equivalent degree in the biological, genomic, or computational sciences, and a demonstrated ability to conduct cutting-edge team-based research with a strong record of peer-reviewed publications, and external funding. Past successes in intellectual property creation will be an advantage. You must be comfortable working in a dynamic research organization. Strong communication skills and a willingness to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment are critical for success. The successful candidate will drive an expansion into the indicated research areas and complement programs at GIS and synergise with ongoing larger-scale efforts at A*STAR. In particular, we welcome applications from energetic and enthusiastic candidates seeking their first independent Principal Investigator position (equivalent to first-time Assistant Professor at academic institutions).

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

Your application will be processed only if you apply via NUS Career Portal

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Job Description

The National University of Singapore invites applications for a Research Assistant for ‘Versatile and scalable single-cell preimplantation genetic testing for chromosomal aneuploidy and segmental imbalances with/without concurrent Mendelian mutation detection using third-generation single-molecule sequencing’ in the Department of Paediatrics, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine.

Department of Paediatrics is committed to the advancement of paediatric scientific research in Singapore and the Southeast Asia region. The department's key research areas include cancer, genetics, immunology, metabolic diseases and cardiac health as well as studies on disease trends, health outcomes and neurocognitive development problems. More information on the department is available at https://medicine.nus.edu.sg/paed/.

The appointment will be made on a one year contract basis, with the possibility of extension.

Purpose of the post

The Research Assistant will be responsible for, and work closely with, the Principal Investigator and study team members to ensure the successful completion of the study on time. The Research Assistant’s principal role will be to work in general practices such as wet-laboratory experiments, data collections and analysis, including related safety & health performances.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

The Research Assistant will report to the Principal Investigator to,

1. Oversee the general management of the project;
2. Undertake the day to day running of the project; Provide wet-laboratory and data analysis support to the project, e.g., development and troubleshooting of bioinformatics pipelines for application in next-generation sequencing data analysis, etc.;
3. Provide administrative research support, e.g., organizing meeting to maintain regular communication with members of the research team, safety & heath management of the research activities, etc.;
4. Conduct literature searches, e.g., using PubMed, for analysis and comparison of study results, as well as assisting in preparing both progress and final reports of the project;
5. Establishment and implementation of relevant safety & heath procedures related to study processes.
6. Maintain the highest standard of professional conduct and record keeping in accordance with policies and procedures;
7. Assist with any other duties of a similar nature that are delegated by the PI.

Qualifications

The applicant should:

1. have a first degree with good results or holds a Bachelor degree in life sciences, biotechnology or related disciplines;
2. be able to work independently and in a team, have an investigative nature, attention to detail;
3. have knowledge of computer applications, e.g., Microsoft Office Suite (e.g., MS Excel, MS Words, MS PowerPoint);
4. have experiences in the molecular genetics’ areas of research, e.g., polymerase chain reaction, next-generation sequencing, etc.

Remuneration will be commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications and experience. Informal enquiries are welcome and should be made to Mr. Arnold Tan at [email protected], bearing subject heading ‘Research Assistant – Paediatrics/MGG (2024Oct)’.

Please submit your application, indicating the 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.

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

Your application will be processed only if you apply via NUS Career Portal

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Job Description

The National University of Singapore invites applications for the position of Research Assistant in the Department of Computer Science, School of Computing. The School of Computing is strongly committed to research excellence in all its dimensions: Searching for fundamental results and insights, developing novel computational solutions to a wide range of applications, building large-scale experimental systems and improving the well-being of society. We seek to play an active role both internationally and locally in the core and emerging areas of Computer Science and Information Systems.

The Research Assistant will be responsible for working closely with the Principal Investigator and lab members on one or more research projects. He/she should possess experience or interest in at least one of the following research areas:

• Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
• Computer Vision
• Algorithms
• Circuits and Systems
• Programming Languages & Software Engineering

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Job Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree with Honours in a relevant area; and
• Experience in research

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

Your application will be processed only if you apply via NUS Career Portal

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Energy Studies Institute (ESI)

The Energy Studies Institute (ESI) is a research institute at the National University of Singapore seeking to advance the understanding of energy policy issues by conducting independent research and analysis. We are looking for a Research Fellow to join a multi-disciplinary team carrying out research projects on various energy issues that concern Singapore and the region.

The ESI has undertaken a research project on the “Study on Singapore’s Energy and Decarbonisation Pathways”. The study team seeks researchers with relevant experience and expertise in energy systems modelling and analysis, engineering, environmental sciences or other related quantitative research fields.

Job Description

• Conduct strong energy and environmental systems research that contributes to energy policy-making for Singapore on decarbonization pathways.
• Participate in engagements with stakeholders and external consultants, and supervise the research students recruited for the Study.
• Produce policy reports, documentation and publish articles in reputable academic journals.
• Cultivate networks, initiate collaborations and prepare funding proposals.
• Carry out administrative tasks, including organising seminars, workshops and conferences, and other duties assigned by the Head of Division/Principal Investigator.

Requirements

• Possess a PhD in energy and climate economics, energy systems modelling, environmental engineering or other related quantitative research fields.
• At least two years of experience in one of the above fields.
• A good understanding and interest in energy and environmental issues, such as energy supply, demand and trade, efficiency, energy and environment relations, and climate change.
• Relevant research experience in energy and decarbonisation technologies and associated techno-economic evaluations of these technologies.
• Relevant research experience in climate change, energy systems modelling, decomposition analysis, input-output analysis, life cycle analysis, and energy technology assessment.
• Relevant working and practical experience in industry or government agencies in the area of energy and environment in Singapore would be highly valuable.
• Track record of publications in reputable energy, environmental and/or systems modelling-related journals would be an advantage.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.

Application Process

To apply for this position, please combine the following documents in one PDF and attach it under the CV column when submitting your application:

• Curriculum vitae.
• A cover letter of no more than 800 words explaining the applicant’s past research experience and aptitude concerning the research project.

Interested candidates, please submit your application with all the required documents. Only shortlisted applicants will be notified. Shortlisted applicants may be called for an interview in person or by Zoom. If you have not heard from us within three months, you should assume your application has not succeeded.

We are looking to hire a highly motivated, experienced, Project Manager for the National Platform - Multi User Wafer Fab (MUWF).

Competencies

• Experienced in semiconductor fab infrastructure construction and outfitting projects
• At least 5 years of relevant experience as Project Manager.
• Good understanding of semiconductor fabrication processes, cleanroom standards, and equipment, including HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems tailored for Fab environments.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to convey project plan, progress and issues clearly to various stakeholders.
• Ability to work as a team various departments and stakeholders to achieve goals including providing guidance to external contractors.
• Knowledge of quality standards and practices to ensure that project meet required specifications.
• PMP (Project Management Professional) & LEED Certification will be an advantage

Responsibilities:

• To work with user stakeholders and ensure that their requirements for the cleanroom infrastructure are communicated timely to JTC, consultant and contractors
• To attend all designated project meetings with JTC, consultant and contractors to represent users’ interests and ensure ASTAR requirements are taken into consideration.
• To coordinate with ASTAR internal groups and be the interface with JTC, consultant and contractors for project related matters resolution including recording of all assets
• To manage the project with JTC, consultant and contractors to ensure fitting out progress according to agreed timeline and to escalate to management any significant delays.
• Close liaison with JTC and its consultant and contractors on tools (equipment) installation, supervise and coordinate the activities of the user stakeholders’ vendors and contractors.
• To ensure commissioning, certification, and validation processes for cleanrooms are completed by JTC and its consultant and contractors to ASTAR’s satisfaction.
• To conduct inspections of ASTAR tenanted areas with JTC, consultant, contractors to identify defects and see through till rectification before takeover of the facilities.
• To periodically update ASTAR management on outfitting project progress at key milestones

We are looking to hire a highly motivated, experienced, Project Manager for the National Platform - Multi User Wafer Fab (MUWF).

Competencies

• Experienced in semiconductor fab infrastructure construction and outfitting projects
• At least 5 years of relevant experience as Project Manager.
• Good understanding of semiconductor fabrication processes, cleanroom standards, and equipment, including HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems tailored for Fab environments.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to convey project plan, progress and issues clearly to various stakeholders.
• Ability to work as a team various departments and stakeholders to achieve goals including providing guidance to external contractors.
• Knowledge of quality standards and practices to ensure that project meet required specifications.
• PMP (Project Management Professional) & LEED Certification will be an advantage

Responsibilities:

• To work with user stakeholders and ensure that their requirements for the cleanroom infrastructure are communicated timely to JTC, consultant and contractors
• To attend all designated project meetings with JTC, consultant and contractors to represent users’ interests and ensure ASTAR requirements are taken into consideration.
• To coordinate with ASTAR internal groups and be the interface with JTC, consultant and contractors for project related matters resolution including recording of all assets
• To manage the project with JTC, consultant and contractors to ensure fitting out progress according to agreed timeline and to escalate to management any significant delays.
• Close liaison with JTC and its consultant and contractors on tools (equipment) installation, supervise and coordinate the activities of the user stakeholders’ vendors and contractors.
• To ensure commissioning, certification, and validation processes for cleanrooms are completed by JTC and its consultant and contractors to ASTAR’s satisfaction.
• To conduct inspections of ASTAR tenanted areas with JTC, consultant, contractors to identify defects and see through till rectification before takeover of the facilities.
• To periodically update ASTAR management on outfitting project progress at key milestones

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

Your application will be processed only if you apply via NUS Career Portal

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Job Description

This posting is for two postdoctoral research positions in the exciting areas of electrochemical ammonia synthesis in the Xianbiao Fu group, which is affiliated with the Department of Materials Science and Engineering at the National University of Singapore (NUS).

The perspective postdoctoral positions are to develop:

1. Understanding the mechanism of Li-mediated NRR and Ca-mediated NRR
2. Exploring novel methods for nitrogen activation under mild conditions
3. Ammonia electro-oxidation and decomposition
4. Artificial synthesis of amino acids
5. Electrosynthesis of high-value fine chemicals
6. Electrocatalysis in organic systems
7. Precision synthesis of model (single crystal) catalysts and the design of novel electrochemical reactors

Extensive state-of-the-art infrastructure for materials synthesis, electrochemistry test and characterization is established at the Department of MSE.

The responsibilities of the postdoctoral fellow also encompass facilitating communication and information flow among groups working in the fields of catalysis and electrosynthesis. Additionally, the fellow will provide management support during the development of larger research proposals and contribute to initiatives aimed at sharing and advancing infrastructure for catalysis and electrosynthesis research.

Research Group Website: https://www.xianbiaofugroup.com/

Applicants should send those materials (CV, cover letter, and 3 representative papers) in the form of a PDF document. Please submit all application materials in English.

Qualifications

The applicants must hold PhD degree (or other equivalent degrees) in chemistry, chemical engineering, materials science or other relevant related fields. Experience with catalysis, electrochemistry, organic electrosynthesis, ammonia synthesis, organic synthesis and other related areas, is considered advantageous. Experience with material characterization techniques like SEM/EDS, TEM, XRD, XAS, XPS, FTIR, and Raman will also be highly considered. Since cross disciplinary work is essential for the success of this project. It is considered positive if the candidate can demonstrate experience in similar work environments.

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

Your application will be processed only if you apply via NUS Career Portal

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Job Description

This posting is for two postdoctoral research positions in the exciting areas of electrochemical ammonia synthesis in the Xianbiao Fu group, which is affiliated with the Department of Materials Science and Engineering at the National University of Singapore (NUS).

The perspective postdoctoral positions are to develop:

1. Understanding the mechanism of Li-mediated NRR and Ca-mediated NRR
2. Exploring novel methods for nitrogen activation under mild conditions
3. Ammonia electro-oxidation and decomposition
4. Artificial synthesis of amino acids
5. Electrosynthesis of high-value fine chemicals
6. Electrocatalysis in organic systems
7. Precision synthesis of model (single crystal) catalysts and the design of novel electrochemical reactors

Extensive state-of-the-art infrastructure for materials synthesis, electrochemistry test and characterization is established at the Department of MSE.

The responsibilities of the postdoctoral fellow also encompass facilitating communication and information flow among groups working in the fields of catalysis and electrosynthesis. Additionally, the fellow will provide management support during the development of larger research proposals and contribute to initiatives aimed at sharing and advancing infrastructure for catalysis and electrosynthesis research.

Research Group Website: https://www.xianbiaofugroup.com/

Applicants should send those materials (CV, cover letter, and 3 representative papers) in the form of a PDF document. Please submit all application materials in English.

Qualifications

The applicants must hold PhD degree (or other equivalent degrees) in chemistry, chemical engineering, materials science or other relevant related fields. Experience with catalysis, electrochemistry, organic electrosynthesis, ammonia synthesis, organic synthesis and other related areas, is considered advantageous. Experience with material characterization techniques like SEM/EDS, TEM, XRD, XAS, XPS, FTIR, and Raman will also be highly considered. Since cross disciplinary work is essential for the success of this project. It is considered positive if the candidate can demonstrate experience in similar work environments.

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

Your application will be processed only if you apply via NUS Career Portal

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Job Description

The successful candidate will work with Professor XIA Yingcun on Statistical learning of complicated health data under a project on Tensor dimension reduction for multimodal data and its application in EEG analysis.

Qualifications

• Qualifications / Discipline: PhD in Statistics and Data Science.

• Skills: The successful candidate needs to have experience in large-scale data analysis, advanced probability and statistical techniques, and strong computer programming skills.

• Experience: 2 years of research experience in machine learning methods.

About the Role:

· Perform warehousing and operations related administrative duties, including transactional processing in system, and reporting.

Roles and responsibilities:

Operations

· Responsible for inbound receiving and put-away, outbound order pick and pack, and value-add operations.

· Value-add

o Perform physical packaging of equipment from returned consignment and put-away after completion.

o Labelling of new training models and other equipment for easy identification.

o Perform physical replacement of dirtied/damaged packaging materials, such as carton boxes and zip-lock bags.

· Perform system processing, such as transaction posting, uploading of documents, and generate delivery/collection document.

· Liaise with transporter for delivery/collection arrangements.

· Liaise with Operations Support on orders matter.

Stock Count

· Participate in periodic cycle count and, when necessary, full stock-take – performing physical count or stock reconciliation as assigned by Team Lead.

Performance

· Meeting set KPI targets.

· Strict Compliance with OSP QMS and maintain zero non-conformance.

Other Tasks & Responsibilities

· Maintain proper housekeeping in the warehouse.

· Responsible for proper maintenance and serviceability of operations equipment.

· Support in team/department level projects when necessary.

· Any other duties as assigned by the Team Lead or Manager.

About Olympus:

Our purpose at Olympus is to make peoples’ lives healthier, safer and more fulfilling. We do this through innovation. As a technology pioneer, we design and deliver solutions across our Medical division that make a positive contribution to society.

Our products are used to capture the medical and diagnostic images of our world, from the microscopic to the endoscopic. They are instrumental in furthering research, and for travelling inside the human body to help diagnose, treat and prevent illness.

Our commitment to customers and our social responsibility is the cornerstone of everything we do.

Why work at Olympus?

At Olympus, we are dedicated to fostering a high-performing culture, a collaborative environment, and enabling everyone to shine. Our common values of Patient Focus, Integrity, Innovation, Impact and Empathy, form the foundation of our culture and guide our behaviour, where our people feel like they are making a difference every single day.

Not only will you benefit from a meaningful, rewarding and challenging career, you will have access to a range of benefits:

· A competitive salary package including AWS and Variable Bonus

· 18 days of annual leave in your first year

· Health and Wellbeing initiatives (Annual Medical Checkups, Flu Vaccinations, Dental benefits, and Employee Assistance Programs)

What we are looking for:

· Minimum GCE ‘N‘/‘O‘ Level, preferably with formal training in warehousing or logistics management.

· Good knowledge of warehouse processes.

· Hands-on, meticulous and a keen learner.

· Take initiatives at work.

· Good interpersonal skill.

· Good team player.

· Able to work indepently with minimal supervision.

· Good verbal and written communication.

· Ability to operate material handling equipment including pallet jack and electric order picker.

· Ability to lift heavy loads of up to 25kg.

· Knowledge of GDPMDS standards will be an advantage.

· Working knowledge in Sales Force system will be an advantage.

· Working knowledge in MS applications including Excel, and Outlook.

· Minimum 2 year working experience in warehousing.

Apply Now:

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· LinkedIn - Olympus APAC

· Company website - www.olympus.com.sg

Summarized Purpose:

• Provides support to investigator sites, monitors, department, business unit or function through communication of information, training sites and documentation of services pertaining to clinical trials. Supports the overall performance, education and training of the sites on a study level to ensure the execution of protocols are completed accurately and on time. Uses the tools provided to answer all questions, takes orders and ensure clean data at the earliest point in time.

Essential Functions:

• Acts as the point of contact for sites, ensuring that questions, material orders and request for information are responded and documented in an accurate and timely manner. Ensures that the sites are properly trained in aspects of the protocol (following the study flow sheet) relating to the department. Provides guidance on pre-analytical aspects of the study to ensure smooth flow of data to and from the site.
• Triages calls where necessary to appropriate individual/departments and follow through to resolution.
• Resolves queries so that efficient and timely sample analysis is undertaken by the laboratory so report turn around time is met. Continually reviews exceptions to resolve so that the data is cleaned within the agreed timelines.
• Notifies the sites and all necessary contacts via telephone/fax of all relevant critical/voice alert values/ study specific requirements.
• Places all calls to the sites delivering sponsor alert, voice alert values (VAV) and any other critical values. Answers incoming phone calls, resolves different types of exceptions within assigned timelines.
• Monitors and escalates site issues through the appropriate departments/people e.g. project management to resolve and report as soon as possible. Ensures that all site issues are communicated and followed up to resolution, primarily to site and monitor. Reviews site performance metrics to educate where needed or to report back to monitor or sponsor. Informs site of the results or reasoning not to proceed.
• Follows the specifications and scope of work to evaluate requests for any additional test(s) (test performed in protocol) to be added to a sample. Evaluates the request for out of protocol testing following Scope of work for study. Facilitates requests to the appropriate person.
• Coordinates and resolves issues with samples at time of scanning to have the samples in the database and reported as soon as possible.

Job Qualification

Education and Experience: 
High / Secondary school diploma or equivalent and relevant formal academic / vocational qualification

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Mandate to be fluent in Japanese and English langaugese (Speaking, Reading, Writing)
• Accurate data entry skills with intermediate computer skills including Microsoft Office
• Strong analytical, interpersonal and time management skills
• Strong client and phone service skills
• Excellent verbal communications and customer service skills
• Critical thinking and problem solving skills to support quality decision making
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Ability to work in a collaborative team environment

Training will be provided. No prior work experience needed.

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

Your application will be processed only if you apply via NUS Career Portal

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Job Description

Assistant Professor, Shengxiao (Alex) Li (Department of Architecture) is looking for a full-time research assistant/engineer to join in January 2025 and work on projects related to migration of older people and sustainable governance. Potential projects include using LinkedIn data to examine employment networks of sustainability-related employees and their impacts on governance outcomes, and migration networks of older Americans and potential drivers. The research assistant/engineer will meet with Alex regularly and report directly to Alex. Tasks of the research assistant/engineer include but not limited to reviewing literature; collecting, cleaning, and analyzing data sets; preparing research reports and funding applications; and fitting models using network analysis or big data analytics. They will also have the opportunity to work with a group of scholars from various disciplines, including but not limited to economics, sociology and engineering, and co-author on academic papers (depending on the contributions of the person hired for this position)

The position is a one-year appointment and might be renewable based on the performance and career plan of the hired person.

To apply for this position, please include:

• A cover letter briefing your interests in this position and how your past experience fit with this position;
• Your current CV detailing your educational background, skills (language and research methods), and relevant working experience;
• A writing sample.

Alex will review the materials from early November and will conduct interviews and make a decision by the middle of November.

Qualifications

Requirements:

• A bachelor’s or master’s degree in civil engineering, data science, computational social science, or other relevant disciplines by January of 2025.
• Good time management and multi-tasking skills;
• Passion/interest in one or more topics above;
• Excellent spoken and written English;
• Highly motived and with independent working ability;
• Statistical knowledge and command at least one of the following programming languages: R/Stata/Python.
• Experience of working on literature review and data analysis.
• Experience of using network analysis methods;
• Experience of using large-scale data sets, like smartphone data, smart card data, or large-scale administrative data;

Preferred skills:

• Excellent communication and experience in interviewing in English;
• Experience in interdisciplinary collaborations and research.

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 team of Prof Loh Kian Ping invites application for a postdoctoral fellow/research fellow working in the theory and computational methods of condensed matter physics and two dimensional (2-D) materials devices. Our research focuses on investigating topological physics in quantum materials, with the aim of controlling potentially exotic properties such as anomalous Hall effect, non-linear Hall effect, magnetism, metal-insulator transitions, and topological properties.

Requirements

• The candidate should have experience working in clean room and familiar with DFT simulation, molecular dynamic simulation, transition state calculation.
• The candidate should have a strong track record in 2-D materials physics, publishing in the area of quantum topology physics concerning 2-D materials, or in the spintronics (spin Hall effect) of 2-D materials.

An attractive renumeration package will be offered for suitable candidate (research fellow) with a strong record in 2-D condensed matter physics and who has good publication record.

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

Applications are invited for a Research Associate position in the Centre for International Law (CIL), National University of Singapore. This is a one-year contractual position offered in connection with CIL’s expansion of its research on artificial intelligence and technology law. The objective of the position is to develop the research capabilities and knowledge of junior scholars by immersing them in a dynamic and supportive research environment where they can enhance their understanding of different areas of international law and policy.

The duties of the incumbent will involve:

• Assisting the AI and Technology Law Lead in research related to the programme’s ongoing projects in AI regulation, technology law, and related areas, including CIL’s role as an official observer in forums discussing the legal frameworks for AI and emerging technologies. This will involve examining the regulatory landscape for AI governance, ethical AI development, and the impact of AI on privacy, security, and human rights, while also exploring the intersections of AI, emerging technologies, and digital innovation, focusing on the development of legal frameworks to support responsible AI integration in global contexts.
• Assisting with the development and organisation of seminars and workshops organized by CIL.
• Conducting research and completing at least one publication for possible publication in a recognised journal at the termination of the position.

All research staff in CIL will have access to professional development opportunities (e.g., events, seminars, and training programmes) within NUS. They will also have opportunities to attend regional and international conferences, workshops and symposiums as well as other scholarly opportunities.

Qualifications

• An LLM or JD degree or equivalent experience;
• A solid foundation in AI and technology law, including knowledge of AI regulation, data protection, intellectual property, the ethical and legal challenges associated with emerging technologies, and an interest in cutting-edge and developing issues in AI Law governance;
• Excellent analytical, research and writing skills A high degree of self-motivation and strong organisational and computer skills;
• At least 2 years working experience.

Application Procedures

Interested applicants are invited to apply with the following supporting documents:

• A covering letter indicating experience, motivation for applying to work at CIL, and research interests;
• A detailed curriculum vitae (no more than three pages) setting out educational and work history;
• University transcripts;
• One sample of written work;
• Names and details of two referees.

The deadline for applications is 25 November 2024. Please note only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

More Information about CIL

CIL was established in 2009 as a university-level research institute at the National University of Singapore (NUS). It is located on the Bukit Timah Campus of NUS, together with the Faculty of Law and the Lee Kwan Yew School of Public Policy. As a university-level research institute, CIL engages in both legal and multi-disciplinary research on wide variety of international law issues. Its mission is to enable Singapore and the Asia-Pacific region to play a more significant role in the promotion and development of international law. More about CIL can be found here: https://cil.nus.edu.sg/

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 National University of Singapore invites applications for Research Assistant for CAR-T cell manufacturing program in the Immune Cell Engineering Laboratory of the National University of Singapore. Our group is committed to delivering transformative and novel cellular therapies for patients with cancer. We have a strong track record of successful cell manufacturing for clinical trials in accordance with regulatory guidelines. Appointments will be made on a 2-year contract basis in the first instance, with the possibility of extension.

Purpose of the post

The role of the research assistant is to support immune cell manufacturing, including CAR-T cells, for several ongoing clinical trials. We are seeking highly motivated, conscientious and meticulous individuals to join our experienced team, be trained in Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and be involved in research aimed at improving the treatment of patients with cancer.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

1. work in a (GMP)-certified facility manufacturing immune cells for clinical use, including CAR-T cells.
2. apply various techniques in tissue culture, molecular biology, flow cytometry under rigorous GMP conditions, for which training will be provided.
3. work effectively within a team of other skilled cell engineers
4. be able to practice meticulous bookkeeping and documentation in accordance with regulatory requirements
5. Maintain the highest standard of professional conduct and record keeping in accordance with policies and procedures.
6. Assist with any other duties of a similar nature that are delegated by the PI.

Qualifications

The applicant should:

1. Have a Bachelor of Science degree in Biomedical Sciences (those with no experience are welcome to apply)
2. Have experience in general laboratory techniques, especially aseptic tissue culture techniques
3. Be able to work independently and in a team, have an investigative nature with great attention to detail
4. Have knowledge of computer applications, e.g. MS word, MS excel

Application

Remuneration will be commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications and experience. Informal enquiries are welcome and should be made to Dr Bernice Oh at [email protected]

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.

As a University of Applied Learning, SIT works closely with industry in our research pursuits. Our research staff will have the opportunity to be equipped with applied research skill sets that are relevant to industry demands while working on research projects in SIT.

The primary responsibility of this role is to deliver on a research project where you will be part of the research team to develop yeast and fungi for food ingredient and biochemical production. The specific goals are:

1. Metabolic engineering of Yarrowia and Candida yeasts for organic acid production
2. Design and optimization of fermentation method in 10L and 100L stirred tank vessels

Key Responsibilities:

• Fulfill the primary responsibilities within the project:
  i. Deliver structured presentations of research plans and findings every two weeks.
  ii. Provide guidance and mentorship to junior research engineers and undergraduate students working in the same research field.
  iii. Prepare scientific manuscripts for reporting and potential publication (as first or co-author).
• Prepare writeup for new research grant application
• Support undergraduate lab class conduct where applied research outcomes are utilized in undergraduate teaching.
• Conduct thorough risk assessments and ensure adherence to work, safety, and health regulations for all research activities.
• Coordinate procurement activities with licensed vendors for research items.

Job Requirements:

• Have a relevant PhD degree in Biochemistry or Biochemical Engineering
• Have at least 1 year experience with the metabolic engineering of Yarrowia and Candida yeasts, including foreign gene expression and gene deletion.
• Have at least 1 year experience with the use of bioreactor, HPLC-MS and GC-MS.
• Prior experience in the genetic manipulation of filamentous fungi cell line engineering is advantageous.

Key Competencies

• Able to build and maintain strong working relationships with people within and external to the university.
• Self-directed learner who believes in continuous learning and development
• Proficient in technical writing and presentation
• Possess strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Show strong initiative, take ownership of work, and able to cope with failures

Chugai Pharmabody Research Pte. Ltd. (“CPR”) was established in Singapore as a wholly-owned subsidiary of Chugai Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd (Chugai), a member of Roche group, in January 2012 and started operations on July 2, 2012. Located at Biopolis in Singapore, it aims to generate new antibody drugs based on Chugai’s proprietary antibody engineering technologies, such as recycling antibody®, sweeping antibody®, bispecific antibody, various Fc engineered antibodies, and other new antibody engineering technologies that are under development.

Position – Research Assistant in Cell Biology and Technology Unit

Job Scope:

· Tool generation – expression vector construction and molecular cloning, protein expression, stable cell lines development

· Drug screening – ELISA, FACS, cell-based functional assay, confocal microscopy, SDS-PAGE, Western Blotting, qPCR etc.

· Cell culture – Suspension cell culture and adherent cell culture, 3D cell culture models, such as spheroid, organoid, organ slice and organ-on-a-chip

· Lab management

Requirements:

· Degree in Biomedical Science/Biotechnology/Molecular Biotechnology or a related field with at least 1-2 years of related working experience.

· Familiar with basic laboratory procedures especially mammalian cell culture.

· Experience in Molecular Biology, Protein Chemistry, 3D Cell culture, Cell engineering, Flow Cytometry, Confocal Microscopy, NGS analysis and other relevant skills will be an added advantage.

· In vivo sample handling experience is plus but not necessary.

· Programming skill ,for example Python, is also plus.

· Working experience in either industry or academia is welcome.

Fresh graduates are welcome to apply.

Interested applicants are invited to email their detailed resume, qualifications, availability, current and expected salary to: [email protected]

For more information regarding our Company, you may refer to our website at:
http://chugai-pharmabody.com/

We regret that only short-listed candidates will be notified

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

Your application will be processed only if you apply via NUS Career Portal

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

About Asian Institute of Digital Finance

The Asian Institute of Digital Finance (AIDF) is a university-level institute in NUS, jointly founded by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS), the National Research Foundation (NRF) and NUS. AIDF aspires to be a thought leader, a Fintech knowledge hub, and an experimental site for developing digital financial technologies as well as for nurturing current and future Fintech researchers and practitioners in Asia.

We invite applications for the position of Research Assistant who will be housed in the Department of Computer Science, School of Computing (SoC) under Principal Investigator, Professor Liang Zhenkai for research grant ref: NRF/UP#1, titled: “Security and identity management of digital infrastructure for FinTech services.”

We are strongly committed to research excellence in all its dimensions: Searching for fundamental results and insights, developing novel computational solutions to a wide range of applications, building large-scale experimental systems and improving the wellbeing of society. We seek to play an active role both internationally and locally in the core and emerging areas of Computer Science and Information Systems.

Qualifications

The Research Assistant will be responsible for working closely with the Principal Investigator and lab members on one or more research projects under the NRF grant. He/she should possess experience or interest in at least one of the following research areas:

• Security
• Systems and Networking

Job requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree with at least 2 years’ relevant work experience;
• Programming skills in C/C++.
• Experience in research.
• Experiences with the following areas will be preferredProgram analysis
  System/OS kernel development
  Audit log analysis
  Trusted hardware programming

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

Your application will be processed only if you apply via NUS Career Portal

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Job Description

Applications are invited for the following full-time position in the Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health:

Job Title: Research Assistant for Participatory Action Research Project Implementation

Project: Seniors Action for Greater Empowerment (SAGE) Programme

Overview: The Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health (SSHSPH), NUS, is seeking a Research Assistant with relevant experience to support the research and implementation of the Seniors Action for Greater Empowerment (SAGE) programme. SAGE aims to support initiatives that promote well-being and resilient ageing for seniors in Singapore, particularly focusing on lower socioeconomic communities. Working together with government, non-profit, and grassroots organizations, SAGE will empower older adults to actively participate in community development, fostering mental, social, and physical well-being. The chosen candidate will undertake a support role in running formative research for SAGE, including Participatory Action Research (PAR), the development and validation of instruments and approaches, and evaluation of community capacities. Following this, the candidate will be involved in implementing and evaluating the identified SAGE programmes planned together with the seniors.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct quantitative data analysis, from descriptive to predictive analytics, using software such as Stata, R, or SPSS.
• Assist in mixed-methods research and program evaluations.
• Collaborate with community partners and stakeholders to ensure effective project implementation.
• Manage project administration, including tracking milestones, budgets, and service contracts with key partners.
• Write progress reports for donors, synthesizing inputs from the team.
• Coordinate and organize community events.
• Apply creative problem-solving to address challenges in a fast-paced implementation environment.
• Ensure smooth day-to-day operations of the SAGE programme.

Qualifications

• Degree with training in public health, social sciences, health communication
• Trained in conducting quantitative data analysis and/or mixed-methods research
• Familiarity or experience of working with older people

Desirable Skills:

• Experience or knowledge of program evaluation and qualitative research
• Experience of working with community-based organisations
• Experience in working with survey companies and data collection teams to coordinate longitudinal data collection
• Strong interpersonal skills for negotiating with project partners and managing deliverables.
• Proficiency in project management, budget tracking

Team Environment: The selected candidate will join an active and supportive team focused on collaborative problem-solving and theory-driven, practical outputs that aim to improve quality of life at older ages and community resilience. This position reports to Dr. Zoe Jane-Lara Hildon and Dr Su Aw and is embedded within a dynamic research environment.

Application Process: Interested applicants should submit their CV and a cover letter outlining their relevant experience and skills.

We look forward to welcoming a new team member who is passionate about community health and participatory action research!

The candidate is required to research and develop advanced multimodal foundational model, with initial focus on speech and text. The work involves defining and implementing novel deep learning methodologies to achieve state-of-the-art performance for different spoken language tasks. The candidate is also expected to collaborate with other research scientists and engineers to adapt the foundational model to specific use cases. Proficiency in problem-solving, coding, effective communication, and collaborative teamwork is crucial for this role.

Job Requirement:

• PhD in ML, NLP, speech and spoken language processing and multi-modal AI
• Proficient programming skills, familiarity with Linux is a must
• Familiar with different deep learning and LLM training frameworks
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, good team player with good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to replicate and reproduce state-of-the-art models and results, and then innovate on top of these benchmarks

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.