The Signature Research Programme in Emerging Infectious Diseases (EID) aims to pioneer the development and discovery of new and more effective methods for the treatment, prevention and control of new and emerging pathogens. The key outcome of the research will be the early identification of new pathogens, out of which new diagnostic tests, treatments and control strategies will be developed.

The laboratory of Immunotherapy in HBV Infection within EID is focused on the study of immune response of Hepatitis B and the liver microenvironment. The laboratory is also at the forefront in developing T-cell receptor (TCR) cell therapy against hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC). Recently, the laboratory is actively involved in studying the immune responses in SARS-CoV1, SARS-CoV2 and other emerging viral diseases.

We are looking for a talented Research Fellow to study the antigen-specific cellular immune response to emerging viral diseases using classical and newly developed cellular assays. The selected candidate will perform a variety of research activities, which include planning, organising and conducting research studies within the overall scope of research projects under the supervision of the Principal Investigator or his/her designate, including but not limited to the following:

• Independently carry out the design and execution of experimental research required by the research component of the project.
• Develop and test novel T cell assays against various viral pathogens of interest.
• Conduct in vitro and in vivo experiments to study immune responses against various pathogens.
• Actively engage with clinical and industry counterparts, as well as team members to achieve the goals of the project.
• Write research papers, present research outcomes, conceptualise new ideas and develop plans for independent research which could have a considerable influence and impact on the relevant field attracting research funding.
• Provide support for external grant/protocol development, study design and management of research activities.
• Contribute to occasional educational / instructional activities and project management.
• Perform other related duties incidental to the work described therein.

Job Requirements

• PhD in Immunology, or other related biomedical fields with immunology/infectious diseases background.
• Have good technical knowledge of immunology assays.
• Prior experience in handling and management of BSL-2 viral pathogens/clinical samples.
• Able to adapt to work with different pathogens/clinical samples of interest.
• Demonstrate excellent quantitative, analytical and organisational skills.
• Possess interpersonal communications skills with excellent written and oral communications.
• A strong team player who is open-minded, independent, highly motivated and can work collaboratively in an interdisciplinary team and diverse workforce.

Applications should email a CV and names and contact information of references to Anthony Tan ([email protected]) and Adeline Chia ([email protected]).

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Lecturer (Artificial Intelligence & Data Science)

The job of an academic is challenging but meaningful. Not only will s/he have both the knowledge and working experience, s/he must also possess a passion for working with youths, nurturing and moulding their characters.

There will be opportunities to:

• Lead and collaborate with industry in AI/DSA projects that support the Nation’s data and digital transformation effort
• be involved in consultancy and other applied research projects.
• train students and coach junior staff in the area of specialisation.
• develop curriculum, introduce new courses
• Administrative work related to teaching and School/Institutional strategic initiatives will also be an important part of the job.

The appointee must be competent to teach at diploma and higher levels in any one of the following areas:

• Artificial Intelligence (AI)
• Computer Vision (CV)
• Data Science (DS)
• Data Analytics (DA)
• Natural Language Processing (NLP)
• Cloud Computing (CC)

The appointee should also be able to teach in any one of the following areas:

• Mathematics
• Statistics
• Computing

The appointee will also be required to teach at least one of the following broad-based, foundational modules under the common core curriculum to enable our students to have the necessary emerging digital skills and human skills.

• Data Fluency
• Artificial Intelligence and Its Impact
• Persuasive Communication with Data Storytelling
• Problem Solving with Creative and Computational Thinking

Responsibilities:

• Conduct lessons, create teaching and assessment materials and mentoring of students
• Develop and maintain new/existing teaching curriculum for modules stated above
• Undertake projects/consultancy work with both internal and external stakeholders, in area of AI, DS, CV, DA, NLP and/or CC
• Coordinate, develop and maintain new/existing teaching curriculum that would enhance students’ performance, learning and employability.

Requirements:

• Passionate about education and possess good values
• Team player with the ability to work independently
• Possess deep knowledge and keep abreast of trends of latest developments in the area of AI, DS, CV, DA, NLP and/or CC, to keep the student training and curriculum up to date and relevant, and build staff capability.
• Experience in cloud computing or software engineering, particularly in the deployment of AI/DS models into production is preferred
• Resourceful and innovative with initiative

Successful candidate will be offered a 2-year contract in the first instance.

If you are shortlisted for the position(s), you should hear from us within 30 days of the closing date of the advertisement.

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 Jing group is looking for two postdoctoral research fellows for projects on electrochemical flow systems or strongly correlated fields. The group combines electrochemistry and flow chemistry to electro-synthesize redox active materials in flow systems which can be used for aqueous organic flow batteries-based long-duration energy storage or carbon capture.

Qualifications

The successful candidate should have a PhD degree with expertise in some of the following areas:
1. Design, synthesis, and characterization of electroactive materials
2. Design, assembly, and optimization of electrochemical flow systems
3. Theoretical and simulation approaches for strongly correlated materials and systems

The successful candidate should also have:
• Strong communication skills,
• motivation in scientific research, and
• experience in writing scientific papers

Recent Ph.D. and postdocs with a background in materials science and engineering, organic chemistry, electrochemistry, or a related field or candidates with a strong background in flow batteries or organic synthesis are encouraged to apply.

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.

Qualifications

Qualifications / Discipline:

• PhD in Chemistry or Materials in a reputable university
• Candidates who have recently obtain their PhD or submit PhD thesis may also apply
• Candidates shall publish a few papers in top journals
• Experience in a research intensive and renowned University or Research Institute

Skills:

• Excellent English writing and communication skill.
• Team management skill to assist PI to lead a small research team with a few master students.
• Expert in low-dimensional nanomaterials synthesis, structural characterizations using TEM/SEM/AFM/XRD/UV-Vis/GC-MS, surface science techniques of XPS/UPS, NAP-XPS, and electrochemical applications of these nanomaterials.

Experience:

• The candidate shall have extensive experience in low-dimensional nanomaterials synthesis, and electrochemical applications of these nanomaterials.

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:

Research Assistant (1 year, Mobile health (mHealth) projects)

We are looking for a full-time research assistant to support MOE-funded research as a project coordinator. He/she will be working under the Principal Investigator, Senior Research Fellow Dr. Su Park. Candidates need to be able to support in the recruitment of research participants, obtain informed consent from participants, collect data, assist in ethics application, track progress, and assist in preparing grant application and communicating with study participants. The candidate will closely work with the Principal Investigator and have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in digital health research.

Responsibilities:

• Assisting with the administration and management of research projects, including recruiting and managing participants.
• Conducting research fieldwork, including surveys, in-depth interviews, focus group discussions, and participants observation.
• Preparation of meeting materials for stakeholders.

Qualifications

Requirements:

• BSc in a social science, life science, psychology, anthropology, or related disciplines
• Proficient in Chinese language is essential as the position will work with Chinese-speaking participants.
• Proven experience in conducting survey fieldwork or research data collection is a plus.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities, as well as administrative skills to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Proficiency in technology
• Attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy and quality.
• Ability to communicate effectively with the elderly.

Applicants should include a brief statement of interest, CV, list of publications (if applicable) and the names and email details of 3 referees who may be contacted immediately if shortlisted.

Recruitment is open immediately and will continue until all positions are filled.

Qualifications

BSc in a social science, life science, psychology, anthropology, or related disciplines

MiRXES is a Singapore-headquartered molecular diagnostic company with R&D, manufacturing, and clinical lab operations in Singapore, USA, Japan, and China. We specialize in microRNA technologies and the development, manufacturing, and provision of diagnostic test kits and clinical services. Our mission is to enable early disease detection and provide insights for better patient care by harnessing the power of microRNA to augment traditional testing. Our vision is to be the world’s leading developer and provider of accurate, actionable, and affordable microRNA-powered diagnostic tests.

Job Location: Neuros

Job Summary

The genomics lab is looking for a (Senior) Research Officer to support spatial genomics service, such as STOmics. The ideal candidate would be experienced in various techniques involved in STOmics workflows, and have a passion for troubleshooting, process improvement and training in a service lab.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Perform entire STOmics workflow from cryosectioning of tissues and deliver high quality results.
• Optimize new protocols for new sample types and troubleshoot for problematic results.
• Perform sample QC, prepare sequencing libraries, and perform high throughput sequencing.
• Write and update SOP and training documents. Ensure proper documentation of all processes.
• Interact with bioinformaticians and evaluate bioinformatics output.
• Maintain lab equipment & documentation in accordance with quality requirements.
• Supervise and train junior staff.
• Other ad-hoc projects as required.
• May need to perform shift duties as required.

Desired Skills and Competencies

• Degree in Life Sciences or a related field with minimal 2 years of related working experience.
• Meticulous attention to detail is the key
• Hand-on experience with cryosectioning of various tissues is highly desirable.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Have a positive, proactive, can-do attitude.
• Keen to learn and good team player.
• Comfortable with shift work is a plus.

We appreciate your interest in the above-mentioned position, however, due to overwhelming response, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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 NUS Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore (NUS), seeks a committed Research Assistant to join our research team. In this role, you will engage in both laboratory work and administrative responsibilities.

• Prior experience with tissue culture (especially mammalian cells) techniques, and familiarity with cell isolation techniques would be advantageous.
• Experience with molecular biological techniques, such as Genomic DNA extractions, RT- qPCR, molecular cloning. Ability to perform Immunological, Protein and RNA assays is a plus.
• Able to adapt to work with different clinical/Pre-clinical samples.
• Demonstrate excellent quantitative, analytical and organisation skills
• A strong team player who is open-minded, independent, highly motivated and can work collaboratively in an interdisciplinary and diverse team.
• Undertake any additional responsibilities, including administrative tasks, as assigned by the Principal Investigator or their representative.

Qualifications

• Hold a good degree in life sciences, biomedical sciences, biochemistry, or a related field from a recognized university.
• Work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Be proficient in common computer applications (e.g., MS Office, PowerPoint, Excel, SPSS, R, Stata).

TRAINER FOR BRANDS & OEM – Skincare Industry

The position is for Global Vantage Innovative Group, a prestige beauty powerhouse that markets and distributes its own proprietary brands (BelleWave™, essencious by BelleWave™, SkinMTX™, and Specifix™ Professional globally) and provides OEM service for clients worldwide.

Job Description:

· Create training materials and resources, conduct training and presentations to educate sales teams, distributors, clients and other stakeholders about skincare products.

· Demonstrate the proper use and application of skincare products, showcasing their effectiveness and unique features.

· Act as a bridge between the sales teams, marketing team and product development, providing feedback on customer responses, concerns, and suggestions for product improvement.

· Provide ongoing support to sales teams by addressing product-related queries, troubleshooting, and offering guidance on effective selling techniques.

· Gather feedback from sales teams and customers about products to identify areas for improvement.

· Stay informed about regulations and guidelines governing skincare practices in different regions.

· Stay updated on industry trends, competitors, and new product launches.

· Travel to Distributors for training.

Requirement:

· Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in training or education

· Formal skincare treatment professional certification (CIDESCO, CIBTAC) will be an added advantage

· Strong communication skills and confident to conduct training independently

· Possess excellent communication skills to effectively convey skincare concepts and techniques to clients and trainees

· Have strong customer service skills

· Proactive in problem-solving and taking initiative to improve business

Office:

237 Pandan Loop, Westech building #05-03, Singapore 128424

The Experimental Drug Development Centre is recruiting a software developer to develop scientific applications to support the R&D work of the company.

The applicant should be a strong programmer and technologist who is interested to work closely with colleagues in various scientific departments to enhance their data management and analysis process.

Job Responsibilities:

· Support assigned scientific departments on all aspects of information technology

· Design and implement scripts, standalone and web applications

· Analyse user requirements to inform application design

· Define application objectives and functionality

· Align application design with business goals

· Develop and test software

· Debug and resolve technical problems that arise

· Produce detailed design documentation

· Recommend changes to existing infrastructure

· Develop documentation and train users.

Job Requirements:

· Diploma/Degree in a computer related field with significant programming skills.

. At least 5 years of relevant experience

· Experience with user interface design, database structures, and statistical analyses

· Analytical mindset and good problem-solving skills

· Excellent written and verbal communication

· Good organizational skills

· Ability to work as part of a team.

· Familiar with Object Oriented Programming, Unit Testing, Java, Python, SQL, Oracle Database, Machine Learning

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 Bioinformatics Institute (BII), Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STR) is seeking outstanding faculties in clinical data science research.

The Bioinformatics Institute (BII) is a computational biology research and postgraduate training institute as well as a national resource centre in bioinformatics within the Biomedical Research Council (BMRC) of A*STAR. Our scientists aim to understand the biomolecular mechanisms that underlie biomedical phenomena by developing sophisticated computational methods to support discovery from a secure and sustainable data hub to cross-disciplinary AI/ML analysis and data integration. We analyse a wide spectrum of biological and clinical data, including omics data (biomolecular sequences, expression profiles, epigenetics data), 3D structures of macromolecules, and biological tissue and macroscopic images from local and international academic, hospital and industry collaborators, public resources and also from in-house efforts. The institute has a vibrant and diverse research portfolio that includes infectious diseases, computational toxicology, precision medicine, oncology and drug discovery.

Watch the videos of BII Scientific Conference 2022 to know more about the research by different groups in BII.

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLcenRySmzqv76JVbdzg3z5kndDHN3FzBk

Job scope and responsibilities:

1. Heading a laboratory specializing in either one of the following:

a. Quantum Computing for biomedical applications

b. Clinical data hub and clinical data analysis

c. AI and generative models in healthcare applications (e.g. synthetic data)

d. AI in drug discovery

2. Collaborate closely with clinicians and with faculties within the Bioinformatics Institute and within the local ecosystem.

3. Collaborate with industrial partners to translate technologies into the clinics.

4. Lead or participate in research grant proposals (~SGD5million to SGD15million quantum).

Requirements:

· Outstanding research outcomes with strong publication records

· Excellent communication (oral and written) and public speaking skills

· Strong records of strategic thinking ability

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 Description
Yale-NUS College is a highly selective liberal arts and science college in Singapore. Co-founded by Yale University and the National University of Singapore, the College is committed to excellence in research and teaching within a full residential programme that integrates living and learning. Its curriculum educates students in Asian and Western intellectual traditions as well as current scientific thought.

In order to enhance the research and teaching environment of the College, we welcome senior scholars to spend one or two semesters on our campus. The visiting faculty will be actively involved in research, preferably in cognate research areas with Yale-NUS faculty research fields, and will be asked to teach one or two courses per semester of their visit. We are currently seeking a Visiting Professor to teach two (2) courses in Semester 1 of Academic Year 2024-2025.

Candidates should have a PhD degree with an excellent track record in research related to Political Science. Research achievements should include publications in leading peer-reviewed journal or conference commensurate with career stage.

Job Requirements

Extensive teaching experience and passion for undergraduate education is essential.

Application Procedure
Applications should consist of the following: a cover letter explaining why the position at Yale-NUS is of interest; a full curriculum vitae, including a complete list of publications; statement on research interests, teaching experience and teaching philosophy, including how these might fit with the College’s particular mission and curriculum and other relevant documents.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified. For general inquiries about visiting appointments at Yale-NUS, please write to the College’s Human Resources via email at [email protected].

Equal Opportunity Employer
Yale-NUS College achieves excellence through the diversity of its students, faculty, and staff and by embracing inclusivity, equity, and global engagement. We encourage applications by diverse individuals with a demonstrated commitment to these values. For more information about the College, please visit https://www.yale-nus.edu.sg

Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA)
Candidates should understand that by sharing information with Yale-NUS, they authorise the College to use their personal data for the purposes of this application. The College will not use their data for other purposes and ensure that their data remains secure and confidential.

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 research scope for this position is in perception and navigation development for an Autonomous Underwater Vehicle operating in offshore environment. We will be developing advanced techniques for structural tracking and methods for perception generalisation across multiple types of offshore infrastructure. Perception and navigation strategies around complex jackets will be devised with a high level of scale as the focus for the techniques utilised. The techniques will start first with a mapping step (not necessarily used for localisation) followed by perception and navigation step. The development will be first deployed in the digital twin model of the Technology Centre for Offshore Marine Singapore (TCOMS) ocean basin before being tested in the open waters of Singapore.

• Research and implement perception and fusion algorithms utilising sensors such as camera, stereo camera and sonar.
• Explore cost map and mapping techniques to achieve a certain level of mapping of the environment in 3D space. Be able to extend this is to enable global localisation against this pre-existing a-prior map that is built from previous mapping run.
• Research and explore possible localisation algorithms fusing multiple navigation and sensor sources with SLAM for handling of edge cases in vehicle navigation.
• Implement optimal path planning strategies to achieve efficient inspection coverage according to CSWIP 3.3U/3.4U Underwater Inspection standards.
• Integration of robotics stack with the software architecture
• Test and debug of robotics algorithms in software in the loop simulation

Qualifications

• MSc in Computer Engineering/ Mechatronics/Mechanical Engineering (Robotics Equivalent)
• Experience with Robot Operating System framework
• Experience with perception and fusion algorithms and libraries including OpenCV, Pointcloud library, Tracking filters, Computer vision techniques
• Experience with AI, deep learning and machine learning algorithms such as YOLO and Faster RCNN
• Experience with SLAM for localisation methods
• Experience with path planning algorithms such as A*STAR
• Proficient in Python and C++
• Proficient in Linux

Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Project Manager to join our dynamic research team directed by Dr. Qi-Jing Li. You will manage a pioneering initiative focused on developing innovative therapies in the field of cell and gene therapy.

As Project Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring that all objectives are met on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality. You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team of scientists, clinicians, regulatory experts, and business development professionals, as well as an esteemed Scientific Advisory Board (SAB) comprising world-renowned experts.

Key Responsibilities

• Team Coordination: Coordinate and liaise with scientists across different teams to support the success of the research programme.
• Progress Monitoring: Oversee the progress of the programme, track KPIs and other output, and generate reports to assist the PI in monitoring progress.
• Budget and Resource Management: Manage the project budget, ensuring efficient allocation and utilization of resources. Monitor project expenditures and make adjustments as necessary to stay within budget.
• Assist in hiring and managing staff.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Maintain regular communication with all project stakeholders, including the SAB, funding bodies, regulatory agencies, and commercial partners. Ensure that stakeholders are informed of project progress and outcomes.
• Reporting and Documentation: Prepare comprehensive reports and presentations on project status, milestones, and outcomes for senior management and stakeholders. Ensure meticulous documentation of all project activities and findings.

Job Requirements

• Ph.D. in Immunology, Stem Cell Biology, Biomedical Sciences, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Genetics or a related field, or, an MBA specialized in project management, or MSc with minimum 3 years’ experience in project management within the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry.
• Proven track record of successfully managing complex, multidisciplinary projects from inception to completion will be strongly preferred.
• Knowledge and competence in industry engagement and intellectual property would be advantageous.
• Highly organized with meticulous attention to detail.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Able to prioritise and manage workloads and deliver tasks on time.
• Work effectively and harmoniously in a diverse team.

Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Project Manager to join our dynamic research team directed by Dr. Qi-Jing Li. You will manage a pioneering initiative focused on developing innovative therapies in the field of cell and gene therapy.

As Project Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring that all objectives are met on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality. You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team of scientists, clinicians, regulatory experts, and business development professionals, as well as an esteemed Scientific Advisory Board (SAB) comprising world-renowned experts.

Key Responsibilities

• Team Coordination: Coordinate and liaise with scientists across different teams to support the success of the research programme.
• Progress Monitoring: Oversee the progress of the programme, track KPIs and other output, and generate reports to assist the PI in monitoring progress.
• Budget and Resource Management: Manage the project budget, ensuring efficient allocation and utilization of resources. Monitor project expenditures and make adjustments as necessary to stay within budget.
• Assist in hiring and managing staff.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Maintain regular communication with all project stakeholders, including the SAB, funding bodies, regulatory agencies, and commercial partners. Ensure that stakeholders are informed of project progress and outcomes.
• Reporting and Documentation: Prepare comprehensive reports and presentations on project status, milestones, and outcomes for senior management and stakeholders. Ensure meticulous documentation of all project activities and findings.

Job Requirements

• Ph.D. in Immunology, Stem Cell Biology, Biomedical Sciences, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Genetics or a related field, or, an MBA specialized in project management, or MSc with minimum 3 years’ experience in project management within the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry.
• Proven track record of successfully managing complex, multidisciplinary projects from inception to completion will be strongly preferred.
• Knowledge and competence in industry engagement and intellectual property would be advantageous.
• Highly organized with meticulous attention to detail.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Able to prioritise and manage workloads and deliver tasks on time.
• Work effectively and harmoniously in a diverse team.

About the Role:

The role is to provide clinical strategic and tactical leadership to support GDD trials, clinical development plans which change the world, concept sheets/protocols and other clinical documents. This role also responsible to provide country clinical strategic guidance and feasibility assessment for NIBR PoC trials, closely collaborates with the Trial Monitoring Organization and Medical Affairs to ensure successful allocation, fast clinical trial start up, recruitment according to planned timelines, early identification.

Key Responsibilities :-

• Closely collaborates with the Trial Monitoring Organisation to ensure fast clinical trial start up, recruitment according to planned timelines, early identification of potential delays and robust recruit- ment mitigation plan. Co-own start-up phase and the recruitment plan for development clinical trials with the local TMO organization.

• Provides robust indication and protocol training to CRAs and CSEs

• Provide protocol, Risk management plan & disease training as appropriate, and externally at Investigator’s Meetings or scientific venues to support recruitment and trial awareness.

• Assess the clinical feasibility of implementing a clinical trial protocol based on regional/local medical practice using physician interviews, local databases (RWE, payer data, patient association feed- back, etc.) and analysis of the competitive environment

• Provide medical/clinical assistance to TMO and site for IEC/IRB Interactions

• Review country or site specific Informed Consent Forms (ICF) and ensure accuracy of translation of information related to Development clinical trials /NIBR PoC studies when translated into the local language, including the patient narrative where appropriate

• Support Ministry of Health interaction (or local Board of Health) as required. Perform local AE review for development compounds and provide general medical support for safety issues.

• Support Regulatory Affairs, Health Economics, Drug safety and epidemiology and Medical Information with medical/clinical input as appropriate as this relates to global development clinical trials and NIBR PoC trials. Support planning, implementation and follow-up of regulatory agency inspections and internal audits

Essential Requirements

• A degree or equivalent experience in scientific or health subject area required

• At least 3 Years clinical development experience in pharmaceutical industry

• Understanding of the overall clinical development and ICH/GCP

• Ability to handle a study from the medical/clinical perspective, and a proven capability to problem tackle and mediate sophisticated- clinical / medical / operational issues

• Agility to move fast across different therapeutic areas and indications

Why Novartis?

Our purpose is to reimagine medicine to improve and extend people’s lives and our vision is to become the most valued and trusted medicines company in the world. How can we achieve this? With our people. It is our associates that drive us each day to reach our ambitions. Be a part of this mission and join us! Learn more here: https://www.novartis.com/about/strategy/people-and-culture

You’ll receive: You can find everything you need to know about our benefits and rewards in the Novartis Life Handbook. https://www.novartis.com/careers/benefits-rewards

Join our Novartis Network: If this role is not suitable to your experience or career goals but you wish to stay connected to hear more about Novartis and our career opportunities, join the Novartis Network here: https://talentnetwork.novartis.com/network

We are looking for an experienced Assistant Manager/Manager (Grant Administrator) to assist the Deputy Director (Resource Management) in grant administration and management for the Skin Research Institute of Singapore and A*STAR Skin Research Labs

Roles & Responsibilities:

The successful applicant will be expected to:

• Work with the Deputy Director (Resource Management) and Director Corporate Services for the administration of the grant calls as part of a “Grantor role” which include, but are not limited to:

* Grant issuance including preparing for roadshows, sending out emails to announce the grant call, ensuring all relevant documents such as grant info sheet, application form, budget template etc. are in place

* Post grant call closure matters such as performing completeness checks, collating all complete applications, organizing proposal review meetings, compiling evaluation scores, preparation of meeting agenda, slides and recording of minutes, grant outcome announcement, preparation of Letters of Award, reporting templates, budget schedules etc.

* Perform the role of “Officer-in-charge” for the Grant(s);

* Verify and monitor claims for grant expenses for the Grant.

· "Grantee" Grant management role - Work with colleagues and Principal Investigators (PIs) for pre-award and post award management of a full suite of Grants (from A*STAR, NRF, NMRC etc.) which include, but are not limited to:

• Liaising with funders and collaborating institutions on grant-related matters;
• Supporting PIs in grant administration and reporting, and ensure compliance with grants terms and conditions;
• Monitoring project progress and fund utilization;
• Supporting PIs on budgeting and cashflow projections to facilitate submission of grant applications;
• Supporting PIs on grant variations such as budget virement, change in scope, grant extension etc.
• Assist in preparation of internal control measures including the required audits;
• Assist in preparation of management reports and presentations;
• Work closely with colleagues to maintain accurate and current records of grant information at all times;
• Liaise with colleagues and A*STAR Finance in project accounts creation and activation for newly awarded grants;
• Provide secretariat and logistics support for SRIS meetings and events as and when required;
• Other ad-hoc duties, assignments and projects as may be assigned by Executive Director or Director, SRIS and A*SRL.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences or related fields with at least 5 years of relevant experience in grants management.
• Experience in budgeting and financial management will be an advantage
• Quick, meticulous, resourceful, and creative problem solver who works well independently as well as in a team and under pressure.
• Uses sound judgment and demonstrates initiative in carrying out assigned duties.
• Highly organized and enjoys grant administration, documentation, management reporting and administration
• Excellent communication skills - able to clearly and concisely express technical and non-technical information in oral and written form to all levels in the organization.
• Strong negotiation and people skills.
• Flexibility to adjust and thrive in an environment with changing requirements, schedules, and priorities in a research environment.
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office, especially in Excel and Powerpoint.

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 Innovation & Enterprise Fellowship Programme (IFP) seeks to grow the pool of deep-tech talent in Singapore with the capabilities to support the commercialisation of deep-tech research and bring nascent technologies to market. Targeting researchers, scientists, and engineers (RSEs), the programme aims to develop industry relevant innovation and entrepreneurial skills through both formal and on-the-job training.

At EDDC, our goal is to discover and develop novel therapeutics by working collaboratively with public sector and industry partners. EDDC now has an opening and is seeking to recruit a highly motivated and skilled Research Fellow with strong background in RNA biology for the IFP in the Chemical Biology group at EDDC. This is an eighteen-month on-the-job training programme that involves participation in and supporting inter-disciplinary and collaborative drug discovery projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing and executing experiments to investigate the role of RNA in gene expression and regulation. This position will involve working with a variety of RNA species, including messenger RNA, non-coding RNA, and small RNAs, as well as RNA-binding proteins.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and apply RNA biology techniques to drive small molecule drug discovery programmes and characterise the mechanisms of small molecule candidates in disease models
• Design, optimise, analyse, and troubleshoot molecular biology and cell-based assays to screen, validate hits and confirm the activity of the small molecule
• Work effectively and closely with cross discipline teams across multiple fields, including computational biology and chemistry
• Hone scientific and technical expertise by keeping up to date on the relevant literature and attending workshops and conferences

Requirements:

• Ph.D. in RNA Biology, Biochemistry, Genetics, or related field with 0.5 years of academic and/or industry experience
• Extensive experience in RNA biochemistry techniques including RNA-seq, SHAPE-seq or other RNA chemical probing techniques to investigate RNA structure-function relationships
• Hands-on expertise in mammalian cell culture, cell-based assays, and cell line engineering via CRISPR for genetic perturbation
• Experience in data analysis using Python or R is a significant plus
• Ability to work independently to design and troubleshooting experiments
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proven track-record of research productivity, including peer-reviewed publications in high-impact journals

This is a 1 year contract duration position.

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 Summary:

We are seeking a motivated and talented individual to join us as an Epidemiological Modeller. The successful candidate will develop and apply cutting-edge models that integrate large datasets of genomic sequences and social media content to understand and forecast disease transmission dynamics. They will also have access to a wealth of genomic and social media data, and will be responsible for conducting analyses that inform public health policy and decision-making.

The successful candidate will join the Protein Sequence Analysis group (https://www.a-star.edu.sg/bii/research/bsfd/psa) at the Bioinformatics Institute, which is part of the Agency for Science, Technology, and Research in Singapore (A*STAR Singapore). Our group plays important technical and scientific roles in GISAID (https://www.gisaid.org), which makes viral sequences available freely whilst safeguarding depositors’ data rights. As such, the selected candidate will be at the forefront of global genomic surveillance, and will get to interact with public health stakeholders regionally and internationally. There are also ample opportunities to collaborate with colleagues from the rest of A*STAR.

The Principal Investigator (Dr. Joses Ho) has deep expertise in robust statistical analyses and data visualization. An essential member of the technical team at GISAID, he tracks emergent SARS-CoV2 mutations across the globe.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement mathematical models to describe disease transmission dynamics, incorporating genomic and social media data where appropriate.
• Conduct statistical analyses to explore the relationship between disease transmission, genomics, and social media activity.
• Work collaboratively with public health officials to identify key research questions and inform public health policy.
• Communicate research findings through scientific publications and presentations.
• Keep up-to-date with the latest research and developments in epidemiological modelling, genomics, and social media.

Qualifications

• A PhD in epidemiology, biostatistics, applied mathematics, or a related field.
• Demonstrated expertise in statistical modelling, especially experience with infectious disease models.
• Deep experience in modern programming languages such as R and Python.
• Well-versed in drawing insights from large datasets, including genomic and social media data.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative and interdisciplinary team environment.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

If you are passionate about applying cutting-edge models (that integrate genomic data and social media data) to understand and control disease transmission, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity!

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.

We are looking for an experienced Assistant Manager/Manager (Grant Administrator) to assist the Deputy Director (Resource Management) in grant administration and management for the Skin Research Institute of Singapore and A*STAR Skin Research Labs

Roles & Responsibilities:

The successful applicant will be expected to:

• Work with the Deputy Director (Resource Management) and Director Corporate Services for the administration of the grant calls as part of a “Grantor role” which include, but are not limited to:

* Grant issuance including preparing for roadshows, sending out emails to announce the grant call, ensuring all relevant documents such as grant info sheet, application form, budget template etc. are in place

* Post grant call closure matters such as performing completeness checks, collating all complete applications, organizing proposal review meetings, compiling evaluation scores, preparation of meeting agenda, slides and recording of minutes, grant outcome announcement, preparation of Letters of Award, reporting templates, budget schedules etc.

* Perform the role of “Officer-in-charge” for the Grant(s);

* Verify and monitor claims for grant expenses for the Grant.

· "Grantee" Grant management role - Work with colleagues and Principal Investigators (PIs) for pre-award and post award management of a full suite of Grants (from A*STAR, NRF, NMRC etc.) which include, but are not limited to:

• Liaising with funders and collaborating institutions on grant-related matters;
• Supporting PIs in grant administration and reporting, and ensure compliance with grants terms and conditions;
• Monitoring project progress and fund utilization;
• Supporting PIs on budgeting and cashflow projections to facilitate submission of grant applications;
• Supporting PIs on grant variations such as budget virement, change in scope, grant extension etc.
• Assist in preparation of internal control measures including the required audits;
• Assist in preparation of management reports and presentations;
• Work closely with colleagues to maintain accurate and current records of grant information at all times;
• Liaise with colleagues and A*STAR Finance in project accounts creation and activation for newly awarded grants;
• Provide secretariat and logistics support for SRIS meetings and events as and when required;
• Other ad-hoc duties, assignments and projects as may be assigned by Executive Director or Director, SRIS and A*SRL.

Job Requirements:

• Minimum qualifications – bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences or related fields with at least 8 years of relevant experience in grants management.
• Experience in budgeting and financial management will be an advantage
• Quick, meticulous, resourceful, and creative problem solver who works well independently as well as in a team and under pressure.
• Uses sound judgment and demonstrates initiative in carrying out assigned duties.
• Highly organized and enjoys grant administration, documentation, management reporting and administration
• Excellent communication skills - able to clearly and concisely express technical and non-technical information in oral and written form to all levels in the organization.
• Strong negotiation and people skills.
• Flexibility to adjust and thrive in an environment with changing requirements, schedules, and priorities in a research environment.
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office, especially in Excel and Powerpoint.

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.

Job Description

Research Assistant (Human Geography)

Department of Geography, National University of Singapore

Job Description

This project focuses on policy and ideological mobility of the “smart city” between Asia and Africa. The international research team consists of two geographers, a philosopher, and an urban planning scholar. We are looking to appoint one research assistant in the short term, with the possibility of re-appointment in the future.

The major tasks include reviewing literature, collecting secondary data (city plans, news reports, and policy documents, etc.), qualitatively analyzing the data, and writing research reports. Other duties are contingent on the progress of the project.

Application

Interested candidates are invited to submit their cover letter, CV., and a writing sample in a PDF attachment. Please also indicate the earliest time of commencement in the cover letter. The review of applications will start on 11 March 2024, until the position is filled. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Remuneration will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s (and preferably master’s) degree in geography, urban studies, and related social sciences.
• Capacity to work independently, good time management, strong team spirit.
• Experience and knowledge in human geography and critical urban studies.
• Experience in qualitative research.
• Excellent command of both spoken and written English.

The Experimental Drug Development Centre is recruiting a software developer to develop scientific applications to support the R&D work of the company.

The applicant should be a strong programmer and technologist who is interested to work closely with colleagues in various scientific departments to enhance their data management and analysis process.

Job Responsibilities:

· Support assigned scientific departments on all aspects of information technology

· Design and implement scripts, standalone and web applications

· Analyse user requirements to inform application design

· Define application objectives and functionality

· Align application design with business goals

· Develop and test software

· Debug and resolve technical problems that arise

· Produce detailed design documentation

· Recommend changes to existing infrastructure

· Develop documentation and train users.

Job Requirements:

· Degree or Diploma (with at least 5 years relevant experiencec) in a computer related field with significant programming skills.

· Experience with user interface design, database structures, and statistical analyses

· Analytical mindset and good problem-solving skills

· Excellent written and verbal communication

· Good organizational skills

· Ability to work as part of a team.

· Familiar with Object Oriented Programming, Unit Testing, Java, Python, SQL, Oracle Database, Machine Learning

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 Summary:

We are seeking a motivated and talented individual to join us as an Epidemiological Modeller. The successful candidate will develop and apply cutting-edge models that integrate large datasets of genomic sequences and social media content to understand and forecast disease transmission dynamics. They will also have access to a wealth of genomic and social media data, and will be responsible for conducting analyses that inform public health policy and decision-making.

The successful candidate will join the Protein Sequence Analysis group (https://www.a-star.edu.sg/bii/research/bsfd/psa) at the Bioinformatics Institute, which is part of the Agency for Science, Technology, and Research in Singapore (A*STAR Singapore). Our group plays important technical and scientific roles in GISAID (https://www.gisaid.org), which makes viral sequences available freely whilst safeguarding depositors’ data rights. As such, the selected candidate will be at the forefront of global genomic surveillance, and will get to interact with public health stakeholders regionally and internationally. There are also ample opportunities to collaborate with colleagues from the rest of A*STAR.

The Principal Investigator (Dr. Joses Ho) has deep expertise in robust statistical analyses and data visualization. An essential member of the technical team at GISAID, he tracks emergent SARS-CoV2 mutations across the globe.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement mathematical models to describe disease transmission dynamics, incorporating genomic and social media data where appropriate.
• Conduct statistical analyses to explore the relationship between disease transmission, genomics, and social media activity.
• Work collaboratively with public health officials to identify key research questions and inform public health policy.
• Communicate research findings through scientific publications and presentations.
• Keep up-to-date with the latest research and developments in epidemiological modelling, genomics, and social media.

Qualifications

• A PhD in epidemiology, biostatistics, applied mathematics, or a related field with at least 5 years of relevant experience
• Demonstrated expertise in statistical modelling, especially experience with infectious disease models.
• Deep experience in modern programming languages such as R and Python.
• Well-versed in drawing insights from large datasets, including genomic and social media data.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative and interdisciplinary team environment.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

If you are passionate about applying cutting-edge models (that integrate genomic data and social media data) to understand and control disease transmission, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity!

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 Description

We are seeking a highly motivated and dedicated Postdoctoral Researcher to join our dynamic research team at Dr Li Qi-Jing lab. Our lab focuses on Translational T Cell Biology and Therapeutics.

Key Responsibilities

Experimental Design and Execution: Plan and execute experiments to carry out in vitro validations and in vivo assessments to find targets for TCR-T therapy and evaluate their efficacy.

Data Analysis: Collect, analyze, and interpret research data generated from experiments. Utilize statistical analysis and data visualization tools to derive meaningful conclusions and contribute to scientific publications and presentations.

Collaboration and Teamwork: Collaborate closely with other lab members, including graduate students and faculty, to exchange knowledge, share research findings and contribute to a vibrant scientific community.

Publication and Communication: Prepare manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals and contribute to writing research grants. Present research findings at conferences, seminars, and other scientific forums to disseminate knowledge within the scientific community.

Mentoring: Provide mentorship and guidance to junior lab members, including graduate students and research assistants, as needed.

Job Requirements

• PhD in Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Genetic or a related discipline. Candidates with an oncology or cancer biology background (M.D., Ph.D.) will be preferred.
• Strong expertise in cell biology, biochemistry and molecular biology techniques, a solid publication record, and strong scientific writing skills.
• Creative, highly motivated, conscientious and be able to work independently, with good organisational, verbal and interpersonal skills.
• Work effectively and harmoniously in a diverse team.
• Mentor and train students and Research Officers.

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

• Research and development of machine learning models to process clinical data
• Development, training and testing of AI models in the local medical domain
• Work with the team to deploy the AI models in hybrid cloud environment
• Work with the software development team to deliver AI products
• Documentation clearly explaining how the algorithms have been implemented, verified and validated

Qualifications

• Masters in bioinformatics, statistics, computer science or related fields with good machine learning skills and software development skills
• Hands-on experience on development of AI models in areas such as NLP, imaging, speech, etc.
• Proficient with Python and AI related frameworks (such as scikit-learn, tensorflow, pytorch, etc.)
• Knowledge in machine learning platform and services from cloud provider such as AWS, GCC and Azure
• Knowledge in big data technologies including cloud computing is plus
• Ability to write/contribute to research articles, grants
• Ability to work well independently and also effectively as part of a team
• Background in or exposure to healthcare data is a plus
• Strong problem-solving and interpersonal skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated and dedicated Postdoctoral Researcher to join our dynamic research team at Dr Li Qi-Jing lab. Our lab focuses on Translational T Cell Biology and Therapeutics.

Key Responsibilities

Experimental Design and Execution: Plan and execute experiments to carry out in vitro validations and in vivo assessments to find targets for TCR-T therapy and evaluate their efficacy.

Data Analysis: Collect, analyze, and interpret research data generated from experiments. Utilize statistical analysis and data visualization tools to derive meaningful conclusions and contribute to scientific publications and presentations.

Collaboration and Teamwork: Collaborate closely with other lab members, including graduate students and faculty, to exchange knowledge, share research findings and contribute to a vibrant scientific community.

Publication and Communication: Prepare manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals and contribute to writing research grants. Present research findings at conferences, seminars, and other scientific forums to disseminate knowledge within the scientific community.

Mentoring: Provide mentorship and guidance to junior lab members, including graduate students and research assistants, as needed.

Job Requirements

• PhD in Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Genetic or a related discipline. Candidates with an oncology or cancer biology background (M.D., Ph.D.) will be preferred.
• Strong expertise in cell biology, biochemistry and molecular biology techniques, a solid publication record, and strong scientific writing skills.
• Creative, highly motivated, conscientious and be able to work independently, with good organisational, verbal and interpersonal skills.
• Work effectively and harmoniously in a diverse team.
• Mentor and train students and Research Officers.