Lab Officer/ Research Engineer

Job Description:

Be part of an exciting FAB Operations Team working on cutting-edge advanced packaging process technologies.
This position is based in Singapore.

Responsibilities:

• Operate multiple type of semiconductor equipment in cleanroom environment.
• Ability to use computer-based programs and applications to perform daily work/duties.
• Operate equipment based on the required process specifications (e.g. procedures, change notifications, etc.).
• Participate actively and be responsible in assigned on-the-job assignments and other required trainings when requested.
• Provide machine operations coverage and backup supports when necessary.
• Adequate understanding of the Equipment in-charge, monitor performance, timely communication with Engineers-in-charge to perform equipment errors recovery promptly when necessary.
• Demonstrate excellent teamwork to promptly execute process sequences and data collections if required.
• Always follow safety protocols & rules in the Clean Room.
• Ensure 6S in the work environment and promptly report hazards/ suspicious/ abnormal activities or personnel if any identified.
• Address potential areas for improvements such as wafers processing cycle time, Equipment utilization, Safety/ Compliances, and cost savings.

Experience:

• Diploma in MicroElectronics/Electrical/Mechanical/Chemical Engineering.
• Basic understanding on semiconductor process is preferred.
• 1-3 years of experience in semiconductor processes (Diffusion, Wet Clean, CMP, ECP, Litho, Etch, CVD, PVD, etc.) will be added advantages.
• Must be a self-starter, dependable and highly motivated

Responsibilities:
1. The candidate will be required to perform on-wafer device testing, test data analysis & perform test measurement automation
2. The candidate should have hands-on experience in using an oscilloscope, power supply, analyzer, probe station, and related test tools and data presentation
3. The candidate should know basic programming to instrumentation control using LabView, MATLAB, and other software such as Visual Basic, Python, C++, etc. as a plus
4. The candidate is required to have basic knowledge of semiconductor devices
5. Understanding the device"s electrical parameters such as current-voltage characteristics, resistance, capacitance, inductance, etc. will be an advantage

Qualifications:
1. ITE/Diploma with relevant sutdy (Electrical, Electronics, Computer Engineering, Physics, etc.) can be considered
2. Fresh graduate or 2-3 years experience in electrical instrument handling and system automation
3. Highly motivated to succeed, a self-starter who is driven and able to work with others effectively to get things done
4. Semiconductor industry experience is a plus

Lab Officer/ Research Engineer

Job Description:

Be part of an exciting FAB Operations Team working on cutting-edge advanced packaging process technologies.
This position is based in Singapore.

Responsibilities:

• Operate multiple type of semiconductor equipment in cleanroom environment.
• Ability to use computer-based programs and applications to perform daily work/duties.
• Operate equipment based on the required process specifications (e.g. procedures, change notifications, etc.).
• Participate actively and be responsible in assigned on-the-job assignments and other required trainings when requested.
• Provide machine operations coverage and backup supports when necessary.
• Adequate understanding of the Equipment in-charge, monitor performance, timely communication with Engineers-in-charge to perform equipment errors recovery promptly when necessary.
• Demonstrate excellent teamwork to promptly execute process sequences and data collections if required.
• Always follow safety protocols & rules in the Clean Room.
• Ensure 6S in the work environment and promptly report hazards/ suspicious/ abnormal activities or personnel if any identified.
• Address potential areas for improvements such as wafers processing cycle time, Equipment utilization, Safety/ Compliances, and cost savings.

Experience:

• Diploma in MicroElectronics/Electrical/Mechanical/Chemical Engineering.
• Basic understanding on semiconductor process is preferred.
• 1-3 years of experience in semiconductor processes (Diffusion, Wet Clean, CMP, ECP, Litho, Etch, CVD, PVD, etc.) will be added advantages.
• Must be a self-starter, dependable and highly motivated

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.

Research Fellow (Climate Models)

• Working on numerical modelling of weather and climate using high resolution climate models. – regional and urban
• Parameterization/Optimization of the climate models
• Data Assimilation
• Seasonal to Sub-Seasonal forecasting
• Working on Supercomputing platforms/Linux platforms for Numerical Weather Prediction and Climate Modelling
• Data processing and data analyses
• Data visualization
• Publishing research in peer reviewed journals
• Presentation of research in workshops/conferences

Qualifications

• A PhD in Climate/Atmospheric Sciences
• Good knowledge of tropical meteorology and atmospheric dynamics
• Experience in Numerical modelling with the WRF model
• Experience in handling supercomputing platforms
• Knowledge of Unix systems
• Expertise in programming languages such as NCL, GrADS, Python
• Expertise in shell scripting

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

• Working on numerical modelling of weather and climate using high resolution climate models.
• Parameterization/Optimization of the climate models
• Working on Supercomputing platforms/Linux platforms for Numerical Weather Prediction and Climate Modelling
• Data processing and data analyses
• Data visualization
• Publishing research in peer reviewed journals
• Presentation of research in workshops/conferences

Qualifications

• A Master's Degree in Climate/Atmospheric Sciences
• Good knowledge of tropical meteorology and atmospheric dynamics
• Experience in Numerical modelling with the WRF model
• Experience in handling supercomputing platforms
• Knowledge of Unix systems
• Expertise in programming languages such as NCL, GrADS, Python
• Expertise in shell scripting

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.

ASIA RESEARCH INSTITUTE (ARI) JOB OPPORTUNITIES FY2024/25

POSTDOCTORAL FELLOWSHIPS

The Asia Research Institute invites outstanding, active researchers from around the world to work on an important piece of Asia-centred research in the social sciences or humanities.

Apart from the quality of the research proposal, and the applicant’s publication track record, positions will be awarded on the basis of the relationship of their research topic to the identified priorities and themes of ARI’s research clusters as listed in Research Clusters and Their Foci (click here). Given that a growing proportion of ARI’s funding is derived from external sources, strong preference will be given to candidates with potential to contribute to building competitive research grant applications.

Applicants must indicate the Research Cluster(s) concerned in their research proposal. In cases where there may be overlapping research interests, you may nominate up to a maximum of two (2) clusters.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Researchers will work under the supervision of the Cluster Leader and take the lead in duties such as organising workshops and conferences, participating in current cluster projects, and carrying out new projects (including applying for grant funding). Administrative duties and committee work will be assigned and form part of the position.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

1. Candidates must have fulfilled all requirements of securing a PhD from a reputable university at the time they take up their appointment at ARI.
2. If you are still a PhD candidate at the point of application, you may also apply provided that you are confirmed for graduation by your commencement date at ARI. An official letter from the Registrar’s Office of your university will be required to confirm the award of your PhD degree.
3. Candidates must have an existing track record of publication, and plausible plans for future high-quality publications to be completed at ARI.

TERMS OF APPOINTMENT

1. The appointment will be tenable for a period of two years.
2. Applications are invited for commencement in: Jun/Jul 2024 or Dec 2024/Jan 2025.
3. The Postdoctoral Fellowship remuneration is S$6,000 per month. This all-in sum is inclusive of stipends for housing and living expenses.
4. Please note that University Housing will not be provided, and appointees are expected to make their own private accommodation arrangements.
5. Travel assistance will be provided to eligible candidates.
6. Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents are eligible for provident fund benefits.
7. All salary and benefits-in-kind are subjected to taxation in accordance with local tax laws.
8. There is support for research fieldwork and conference attendance (on application and subject to approval).
9. Research staff at ARI are expected to participate actively in the life of the Institute, including attendance at seminars, conferences and ARI social events.
10. Other benefits that the University provides and information about working at NUS and living in Singapore are available at Why Join Us. Terms and conditions, according to university guidelines, are subject to change without prior notice.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Please submit the following documents in one (combined) PDF and attach it under the CV column in the system:

1. Curriculum Vitae.
2. Synopsis of the proposed research project (maximum of 5 single-spaced pages) (please indicate the Research Cluster(s) you wish to apply for, you may nominate up a maximum of 2 clusters).
3. At least one short sample of published work, preferably in English.
4. Please indicate the name and contact details of at least 2 referees in your application.

Closing date for applications is 31 October 2023. Please note that no extension will be given.

ADDITIONAL IMPORTANT INFORMATION

1. Only fully completed applications will be considered.
2. All materials including research proposal (including if any, initial ideas for a research grant application) and CV must be submitted through our online application system.
3. As we receive high volume of applications, we strongly encourage you to apply well before the closing date.
4. We regret that only successful candidates will be notified (via email). Candidates who do not hear from the University within 10 weeks after the closing date may assume the position has been filled.
5. Any offer of appointment is conditional on approval by the National University of Singapore (NUS) and the Ministry of Manpower granting you an Employment Pass or other applicable work passes.
6. For further information, please see the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ).

MedTech Catapult is a national initiative for accelerating the development of high-value MedTech projects. The product development unit is responsible for supporting the medical device development cycle with project management, quality, regulatory and clinical affairs capabilities.

The Clinical Affairs Senior Manager will report to the Deputy Director, Product Development.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and management of clinical studies to ensure demonstration of the safety, performance, and benefits of a medical device and adherence to regulatory requirements and industry standards.
• Assist with the identification of experts to co-create clinical testing, validation and adoption strategies across local and international healthcare institutions.
• Support the collection of clinical insights, identification of the intended use and translation into product development requirement specifications.
• Foster positive relationships with healthcare professionals, clinical partners, and key opinion leaders, to ensure smooth collaboration with cross-functional teams to develop and refine clinical study protocols, ensuring alignment with product objectives and regulatory expectations and compliance with legal and ethical standards.
• Establish and maintain relationships with clinical sites, investigators, and key stakeholders, overseeing site selection, initiation, monitoring, and close-out activities.
• Establish and develop the implementation of medical technology guidance adoption strategies, working with a broad range of stakeholders including front-line clinicians and other healthcare and operations staff, suppliers of products and other industry partners.
• Work with Quality team to ensure compliance with regulatory submissions, approvals and reporting, keeping abreast of evolving regulatory landscapes to guide clinical strategy.
• Work closely with key agencies and stakeholders to seek informed opinion and evidence that will strengthen the design and execution of the clinical validation and adoption process.
• Assist with the identification and management of project risks and develop practical and rational proposals to address issues.
• Compile and evaluate evidence in clinical evaluation reports and conduct after-action review.
• Balance the workload of multiple projects with different approaches and at different stages.

Requirements

• PhD or Degree in relevant field, preferably in medicine, biology, pharmacy, or chemistry degree
• At least 3 years of relevant experience
• Knowledge of clinical governance, clinical study research and ethics compliance, confidentiality issues, research methods and guidelines, data protection, intellectual property rights etc
• Demonstrated ability to translate scientific, clinical and safety research studies in an effective credible manner
• Ability to maintain a command of a large amount of scientific information across multiple products and make a decision regarding clinical evidence of importance.
• Demonstrate excellent project management skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills

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

MedTech Catapult is a national initiative for accelerating the development of high-value MedTech projects through an in-house product engineering unit. This productization unit is responsible for supporting the development of technologies through the medical device development cycle to produce full-fledged hardware product systems.

The Lead Engineer will report to the Lead, Product Engineering.

Job Responsibilities

• Responsible for software engineering efforts for integrated medical technology product solutions.
• Responsible for software architecture design and FW requirements specifications generation.
• Design, develop and implement embedded SW for medical instruments and devices and related interface systems using a variety of languages (e.g. C#, ASP.NET etc.), ensuring optimal performance, reliability, and power efficiency.
• Lead software risk management and DFMEA, software verification and validation activities from early concept phase through release to manufacturing according to IEC 62304.
• Responsible for software integration and implementation for embedded systems, ensuring products are according to design requirement.
• Write and execute complete testing plans, protocols, and documentation.
• Identify, debug, and create solutions for issues with code and integration into application architecture.
• Incorporate real-time data acquisition from sensors and closed loop control algorithms and verify real-time closed loop control of systems parameters.
• Support development of intellectual property portfolio in device design and process technology know-how.
• To interact closely with engineers from other disciplines to achieve an optimized design within the stipulated project schedule.
• Write and review documentations for QMS.
• To support other activities for product engineering when required.

Requirements

• Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Electronics or a related discipline.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in developing embedded firmware with hardware integration experience related to MedTech applications.
• Complete product lifecycle experience including early concept work, and successful transfer of designs into manufacturing.
• Experience with electrical components such as ADC, DAC, stepper and dc motors, image sensors, Ethernet, I2C, SPI, USB and CAN.
• Good experience with ARM processors or other microprocessor architectures.
• Knowledge of computer architecture and operating systems.
• Familiarity with variety of Operating systems including Windows, MacOS X and Linux; and Mobile platforms, including iOS and Android.
• Familiarity with Network technologies, including TCP/IP, Bluetooth, Zigbee, WiFi and Modbus.
• Familiarity with Languages such as C/C++, C#, Python, MATLAB, and Java.
• Experience managing QMS and proficient with GMP guidelines.
• Good collaboration skills, organised and detailed.
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills.

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

MedTech Catapult is a national initiative for accelerating the development of high-value MedTech projects through an in-house product engineering unit. This productization unit is responsible for supporting the development of technologies through the medical device development cycle to produce full-fledged hardware product systems. The Lead Engineer will report to the Lead, Product Engineering.

Job Responsibilities:

• To provide electronics and instrumentation design capability in support of the design, development, test and manufacture of safety critical products and processes for complex medical technology product solutions.
• To interact closely with engineers from other disciplines to achieve an optimized design within the stipulated project schedule.
• To design and develop PCB and control systems for next generation medical devices.
• To provide operational electronics development, prototype design and testing - both analogue and digital.
• To conduct PCB schematic capture and layout, including component selection and testing.
• To build and test prototypes and document the design and performance of these.
• To create embedded system design and implementation.
• To conduct EMC testing with in-house equipment and through liaison with EMC test house for electrical safety and medical device compliance.
• To support development of intellectual property portfolio in device design and process technology know-how.
• To provide clearly documented records of technical data, decisions, methodologies, calculations and software use in accordance with ISO/FDA quality standards.
• To support the Procurement and Engineering teams for sourcing and defining specifications.
• To conduct error and tolerance sensitivity analysis, reliability analysis, reliability testing and reliability test program design.
• To support CAD-based electro-mechanical integration, at the component level, board level and assembly level.
• Write and review documentations for QMS.
• Interface with external parties (design houses) to communicate product requirements.
• To support other activities for product engineering when required.

Requirements

• MSc/BSc in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering.
• >10 years experience in medical devices (e.g. electronic product design).
• Has a good knowledge and understanding of i) Processes of electronic product development and realization, ii) operation and design of electronic systems and circuits; iii) Regulations applying to medical devices, iv) Electronic device operation and fabrication and v) Electronic sensors, measurement systems and instrumentation.
• Experience with PCB design ? digital and analogue.
• Proficient in HDL languages (Verilog, System Verilog).
• Knowledge of ASIC design and sign-off.
• Familiarity with scripting languages like Python, Perl, or C/C++ is a plus.
• Experience with design, development or manufacture of photonic systems or photonics-enabled products is a plus.
• Experience with the use of simulation tools for electronic design is a plus.
• Experience with Medical device ISO standards including ISO9001, IS013485, ISO 14971 and IEC 60601-1 and managing QMS.
• Good collaboration skills, organised and detailed.
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and leadership skill.

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.

MedTech Catapult is a national initiative for accelerating the development of high-value MedTech projects. The product development unit is responsible for supporting the medical device development cycle with project management, quality, regulatory and clinical affairs capabilities.

The Project Manager will report to the Principal Project Manager.

Job Responsibilities

• Responsible for the product planning and execution throughout the Product Lifecycle. This includes the overall project planning, execution, monitor/control, closure and general conduct of the project
• Ensure successful delivery of project scope and targets while managing project risk, quality, delivery, scope, schedule, budget, communication and escalation
• Reports to the Project OIC if there are any deviations or anticipated problems which may materially affect the project and where necessary provide updates to stakeholders
• Creates and updates project record in a Project Management System (e.g. A*STAR Project Management System where applicable)
• Documentation of project challenges upon closure and build continuity in management process
• To support other operational activities of the Programme Office

Requirements

• Bachelor in any engineering / project management-related discipline
• At least 3 years of project management experience; experience in product development, design control and/or new product introduction for medical device and/or Life Science instrumentation will be advantageous
• PMP certifications or equivalent will be advantageous
• Knowledge of regulatory standards such as ISO13485, ISO14971, 21 CFR Part 820 will be advantageous
• Good collaboration skills, organised and detailed-oriented

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.

MedTech Catapult is a national initiative for accelerating the development of high-value MedTech projects. The product development unit is responsible for supporting the medical device development cycle with project management, quality, regulatory and clinical affairs capabilities.

The Project Manager will report to the Principal Project Manager.

Job Responsibilities

• Responsible for the product planning and execution throughout the Product Lifecycle. This includes the overall project planning, execution, monitor/control, closure and general conduct of the project
• Ensure successful delivery of project scope and targets while managing project risk, quality, delivery, scope, schedule, budget, communication and escalation
• Reports to the Project OIC if there are any deviations or anticipated problems which may materially affect the project and where necessary provide updates to stakeholders
• Creates and updates project record in a Project Management System (e.g. A*STAR Project Management System where applicable)
• Documentation of project challenges upon closure and build continuity in management process
• To support other operational activities of the Programme Office

Requirements

• Bachelor in any engineering / project management-related discipline
• At least 5 years of project management experience; experience in product development, design control and/or new product introduction for medical device and/or Life Science instrumentation will be advantageous
• PMP certifications or equivalent will be advantageous
• Knowledge of regulatory standards such as ISO13485, ISO14971, 21 CFR Part 820 will be advantageous
• Good collaboration skills, organised and detailed-oriented

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

• Conduct accurate monitoring, documenting and reporting of experimental results and/or research findings.
• Perform wet bench experiments in the laboratory, including molecular biology, CRISPR screening, biochemistry, drug screening, microscopy and next generation sequencing
• Perform animal experimentation including mice experimental models, mice health monitoring, drug dosing
• Maintain and upkeep biobank of tissues, cell lines and other biological materials
• Assist researchers in data analysis and literature review in various research projects.
• Contribute to project management, presentations, manuscript preparation & submission for publications.
• Assist with general upkeep of laboratory needs, provide technical support and establish work procedures to ongoing research projects and maintaining good safety record for lab audits.
• Perform other related duties incidental to the work described therein.

Relevant Experience

• An aptitude for research and at least 1 years of relevant work experience. Experience in molecular biology work and animal experimentation will be advantageous.
• Candidates with working knowledge in cancer will be desirable.
• Possess strong interpersonal communications skills with excellent written, oral communication and computer skills.
• A strong team player who is mature, open-minded, energetic, highly motivated and can work collaboratively in an interdisciplinary team and diverse workforce.

Education Qualifications

• A Bachelor degree in Biomedical/ Biological Sciences

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.

The Role

The Sustainable and Green Finance Institute (SGFIN) is a new university-level research institute in the National University of Singapore (NUS), jointly supported by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) and NUS. SGFIN aspires to develop deep research capabilities in sustainable and green finance, provide thought leadership in the sustainability space, and shape sustainability outcomes across the financial sector and the economy at large.

This role is ideally suited for those wishing to work in academic or industry research in quantitative analysis, particularly in the area of machine learning and artificial intelligence. The responsibilities of the role will include designing and developing various analytical frameworks to analyze structure, unstructured and non-traditional data related to corporate financial, environmental, and social indicators.

There are no teaching obligations for this position, and the candidate will have the opportunity to develop their research portfolio.

Duties and Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be expected to assume the following responsibilities:

• Design research projects in close collaboration with the Institute’s Directors (Prof. Sumit Agarwal / A.Prof Johan Sulaeman / A.Prof Zhang Weina) and Research Affiliates
• Take ownership and responsibility for the successful delivery of research projects, ensuring they are completed within the required deadline and allocated budget, and meeting/exceeding project specifications and targets
• Participate in pre-project activities such as identifying required resources to ensure project completion including staffing and organizational needs of the project team, and preparing high-level project plans with project timeline and resource requirements
• Development of data analysis frameworks.
• Plan, supervise and perform (if necessary) the development of supervised and unsupervised machine learning tools to process information from various data sources, including commercial databases and alternative, non-traditional datasets.
• Plan, supervise and perform (if necessary) the generation of impact measures using machine learning, in collaboration with the Institute’s Directors and other Research Fellows.
• Monitor progress of research projects and provide necessary interventions to ensure smooth completion of each project
• Manage and coordinate project deliverables, ensuring their quality
• Manage industry partners’ expectation by understanding their needs and providing realistic expectations and scope of each project
• Manage the collaborations with research and industry stakeholders, including providing periodic progress updates and deliverables for grant funding body or project sponsors
• Preparation of results for industry communications, presentations, and academic articles for journal publications
• Guide, mentor, and supervise research associates on the project team
• Work closely with the rest of the SGFIN team to support SGFIN’s activities and objectives

1. Work with the Head of Sales at GVIG Singapore to grow the Celblos OEM business and ensure that the business achieves its annual target

2. As part of this mandate, responsible for:

a. Leading the existing OEM business with current clients by locking in regular orders for existing products and pitching for new products to them

b. Bring in new clients for the company through active scouting of leads + using previous industry contacts and knowledge

c. Prepare relevant pitches for the clients and the required product samples for their trial testing

d. Responsible for going though all enquiries related to OEM business received through HubSpot, Google ads etc

e. Work with the marketing team to ensure we send out regular EDMs to the clients + Ensure we have the right online strategy for Google/Hubspot etc

f. Follow up on all new leads and update Head of Sales weekly to target the relevant new clients

g. Continuously work with the R&D and Product development teams to create new product ideas + packaging ideas

h. Stay up-to-date with the OEM industry and beauty/skincare industry to generate relevant strategies and insights for the business

3. To ensure proper sales and production:

a. Work with the sales admin to ensure all PO’s are logged in, and all invoicing is completed on time

b. Work with the production team for OEM production planning

4. Develop complete understanding of all relevant formulations and product details to be able to work well with the clients

5. Work with finance to ensure proper payments On Time in Full for the following: Clients to make payments to Celblos on time.

Requirement:

• Minimum 5-6 years of experience in Business Development. Prior experience in OEM or Beauty/Cosmetics industry will be an advantage

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/Research Associate in the Human Potential Translational Research Programme (HPTRP), Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine. The HPTRP brings together researchers from a wide range of disciplines with an interest to maximise human potential. In HPTRP, focusing only on human studies, we adopt a holistic perspective that considers human potential as an integrative measure of health, productivity, performance, human capital and overall well-being over the lifespan, in our environment. Appointments will be made on a one-year contract, with the possibility of a one-year extension.

Purpose of the post

The Research Assistant/Research Associate (RA) will be involved in an ethnographic and historical study that investigates the urban heat experiences and practices of Singapore households. The RA will be responsible to, and work closely with, the Principal Investigator and Co-Investigator(s) to ensure the successful and timely completion of the project. The RA’s principal role will be to recruit participants, participate in multi-method physiological-ethnographic fieldwork investigations (physio-ethnography), conduct ethnographic and oral history interviews, data entry and analysis, interview transcription and drafting of publications and reports.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

The Research Assistant/Research Associate will assist in physio-ethnographic research and analysis (i.e. conduct interviews, participant-observation, data collection and organisation etc.), liaise with relevant personnel and will be accountable to the Principal Investigator.

The Research Assistant will:

1. Support the conduct of physio-ethnographic research;
2. Provide administrative support to the project, such as in the recruitment of participants and data collection;
3. Maintain the highest standard of professional conduct and record-keeping in accordance with policies and procedures;
4. Maintain regular communication with other members of the research team;
5. Perform literature review, data analysis and drafting of reports and publications;
6. Work at different study sites, depending on the needs; and
7. Work beyond routine work hours due to the nature of research.

Qualifications

The applicant should:

1. Have a good Bachelor’s or Master’s degree, preferably in anthropology, history, geography or a closely-related social science or humanities discipline;
2. Preferably an interest in medical anthropology, history of medicine, health humanities, or science and technology studies (STS) and/or a second major or degree in the life sciences (e.g. physiology, biological anthropology, environmental biology, exercise science, public health, nutrition, traditional Chinese medicine etc);
3. Have undertaken rigorous social scientific or humanities research, at least at the honours’ level;
4. Preferably have an interest and/or experience in conducting field research with human participants.
5. Be able to work independently and in a team;
6. Have an investigative nature and be detail-oriented; have knowledge of computer applications, e.g. SPSS, MS Office.

Remuneration will be commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications and experience.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Interested parties may contact Ms H’ng Shiau Chen at [email protected] or Dr Joshua Dao-Wei Sim at [email protected].

Head of Project Management Office, A*STAR Skin Research Office

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Head of Project Management Office (PMO) to lead our Project Management Office at A*STAR Skin Research Labs. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the planning, implementation, and tracking of a portfolio of strategic academic and industry projects. This role requires a visionary leader with a strong background in project management, strategic planning, and team leadership.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship to project managers and team members in A*SRL.
• Establish project lifecycle management procedures and best practices to ensure project teams maintain the discipline needed to successfully complete their projects.
• Develop and direct project management operations, strategic planning, and specific objectives to meet A*SRL and A*STAR’s goals.
• Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within scope, and within budget.
• Monitor, review, and analyze metrics to identify gaps for operational improvements.
• Coordinate cross-functional solutions to address any issues impeding project delivery.
• Build relationships with internal and external partners and stakeholders to leverage available resources and capabilities to achieve organizational goals.
• Prepare and present regular reports on project status, progress, and outcomes to senior management, and handle other management tasks as required.

Job Requirements:

• PhD degree in life science, cell biology, or a related field.
• At least more than 10 years of relevant project management experience in handling large research or industry projects.
• Proven track record of successfully managing complex, multidisciplinary projects and teams from inception to completion. Familarity with clinical trials will be a plus.
• Knowledge and competence in grant management, industry engagement, and intellectual property.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies, tools, and techniques with relevant certifications.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to foster an environment of trust and integrity among team members, and to rally the team towards a common goal and purpose.

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

The successful candidate will work with Principal Investigator Associate Professor Gigi Chiu on formulation development and characterizations under a project on Multifunctional Hydrogels for Diabetic Wound: Innovative Formulation Development.

The main responsibilities of the position include:
• To develop pharmaceutical applicable hydrogel formulations and characterize such formulations via assays for physicochemical and biological characterizations of pharmaceutical products.
• To prepare research manuscripts and disseminate research findings via publications.
• To assist PI in supervising juniors including but not limited to undergraduate and post-graduate students in the research lab.
• To serve as Key Safety Lead in PI’s lab and will be in-charge of day-to-day lab safety related matters. Should have obtained/passed lab safety requirements needed to perform the assays as mentioned, and must have prior experience as the Key Safety Lead of a research lab.

Qualifications

Qualifications / Discipline:
PhD graduate (> 1 yr) in Pharmaceutical science specifically in the area of formulation development and characterization.

Skills:
- Hands-on physico-chemical characterization of hydrogel and liposomes and hybrid formulations including rheological studies.
- Well-versed in in vitro cell culture techniques for hydrogel and liposomes and hybrid formulations characterization.
- Knowledgeable in hands-on animal model to evaluate formulation performance.

Experience:
- Well-versed in formulation characterization in the area of hydrogels as well as other in vitro cell culture studies required for the characterizations of such formulations.
- More than 3 yrs experience in supervising and working with research students and/juniors, with excellent communication skills.
- Must have served as the Key Safety Lead in a research wet-lab for at least 1-2 yrs, and knowledgeable in safety policies, risk assessments and practices. Prior experience as a fire warden is advantageous.

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.

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

Mediacorp is Singapore's largest content creator and national media network, operating a suite of TV channels, radio stations, and multiple digital platforms. Its mission is to engage, entertain, and enrich audiences by harnessing the power of creativity.

We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where talent thrives. Our hiring decisions are made based on merit and fit-to-role. If you have a disability or special need which requires accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please inform us when you submit your online application. We will be happy to support as necessary.

Thank you for your interest and application to this role. Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct material and field research and verify facts before scripting for production.
• Provide advice to producers based on the facts/data gathered.
• Build script draft and sequence for content flow and eventually write good quality Chinese scripts for programme.
• Brainstorm interesting programme concepts and do presentation at pitch sessions.
• Source for talent and assess suitability of role based on requirement of programme.
• Source for location and assess for suitability and cost.

• Minimum a degree in education with 2 years of working experience.
• Passionate about the entertainment industry.
• A strong communicator and has a flair for writing.
• Possess good research skills.
• Good command of Chinese language - both written and spoken as you will be attached to the Chinese Entertainment production.
• Effectively bilingual in Mandarin and English to communicate with various departments and organisations.

A Research Officer position is immediately available at the Stem Cells and Diabetes Laboratory. Dr Adrian Teo's laboratory is interested in leveraging on stem cell technology to study mechanisms underlying diabetes and metabolic diseases. Reference: www.adrianteolab.com.

Qualifications / Requirements:

• Degree in Biological Science and Life Science disciplines or equivalent
• Deep commitment and interest in research, demonstrated from previous research experience
• Minimum 6 months prior research experience in the Biomedical field
• Experience with mammalian cell culture and molecular biology techniques
• Experience with animal work and surgical techniques
• Experience with mammalian stem cell work will be valued
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
• Highly motivated, passion for science, committed to laboratory work and able to work flexible hours
• Ability to multitask, work independently and also as part of a team
• Excellent communication (verbal and written) and presentation skills
• Experience in Flow Cytometry, Immunoprecipitation techniques, RNA-seq, Mass Spectrometry and bioinformatics will be valued

Interested candidates are invited to send a brief cover letter detailing research motivation, curriculum vitae, and the names and email addresses of referees.

The Sexual Assault Care Centre (SACC) provides survivors of all gender with crucial services to help cope with trauma and explore options to make informed choices. Our SACC team is seeking a compassionate and dedicated individual to join our team as a Helpline Executive. The work involves providing essential support to individuals reaching out to our Sexual Assault Care Centre (SACC) and Women Care Centre (WCC) through various channels, including calls, emails, chats and walk-ins.

Join us if you have a strong understanding of gender-based violence, women's rights issues, as well as a strong commitment to the values of AWARE’s gender- and trauma-informed practices.

Department: CARE

Salary Range: $3500-$3850

Term: 1 Sep 2024 to 31 Dec 2026

Starting date: September 2024

Responsibilities

• Provide timely and empathetic support to callers and clients
• Manage a high volume of incoming calls and inquiries
• Document client interactions accurately and comprehensively
• Offer referrals to appropriate internal and external services
• Mentor and support helpline volunteer management
• Contribute to the development and improvement of helpline services and processes
• Participate in team meetings and projects
• Any other necessary tasks as required by the Manager, based on capacity

Qualifications and Work Experience

• Bachelor degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or related field
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a social service role
• Experience in providing emotional and practical support to individuals in crisis
• Experience in case management and documentation
• Experience in training and mentoring volunteers (preferred)

Skills

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (both verbal and written)
• Excellent listening and empathy skills
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and confidentiality
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Proficiency in Google Workspace (Google Docs, Sheet, Slides, Drive) or similar Office Suites, and relevant database systems
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Flexibility and adaptability to handle a fast-paced environment
• Knowledge of English and Chinese is essential (both written and spoken) to attend to English and Mandarin speaking callers/clients

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Please note that, due to the large number of applications, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an interview. If you have any questions about this position, please email [email protected].

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 work relating to 3D Printing of a Natural Material-Derived Bone Implant.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in biomedical engineering, mechanical engineering, materials science, or a related field
• Expertise in biomaterial design, 3D printing technologies, and tissue engineering
• Demonstrated experience in material characterization and in vitro cell culture
• Strong publication record
• Excellent English written and oral communication skills
• Team player, able to work collaboratively in a team environment

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

We are seeking highly motivated researchers with expertise in computational modelling of biological systems to join our group at National University of Singapore for the engineering of microbes for biomanufacturing, a field which is rapidly developing and has great potential in providing environmentally friendly and sustainable solutions to address our ongoing challenges. The researchers will be contributing to an industrial project led by A*Star SIFBI. The researchers will have opportunity to work with a diverse group of scientists from NUS, A*Star and the company. Our group @ NUS (https://engbio.syncti.org) specializes in Synthetic Biology in which we engineer microbes with useful capabilities for medical and industrial applications and we are part of SynCTI at NUS (https://syncti.org).

Primary Responsibilities:

The candidate will primarily work on developing computational models of the engineered microbes for the production of high value chemical. The models will be used to optimize the strains and bioprocess.

• Present scientific and technical data in a clear and cohesive manner.
• Ensure scientific integrity and documentation of experimental data to meet standards suitable for intellectual property, and publication.
• To work closely with colleagues/collaborators who are engineering the microbes.

Qualifications

• Possess a PHD in systems biology, computational biology, or other related fields with relevant research experience.
• Have computational modelling skills related to modelling biological systems, biochemical networks, and bioprocesses.
• Have a good understanding of systems and synthetic biology.
• Demonstrated experience with Python, MATLAB, or similar programming languages.
• Familiarity with kinetic modelling, simulation, and parameter estimation.
• Knowledge and experience with biological database creation and data management will be a plus
• A demonstrated record of identifying and developing creative approaches to difficult problems.
• Strong writing, editing, and presentation skills required.
• Ability to work as part of a team, collaborating and communicating effectively with members of other functional groups.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to multi-task and embrace change in an extremely fast-paced environment.
• Position offered will commensurate with qualifications and experience of candidate.
• Open to fixed term contract.

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

A Research Fellow (Postdoctoral) position is available immediately in the laboratory of Assistant Prof. TANG Wei at the National University of Singapore (NUS) (https://pharmacy.nus.edu.sg/team/asst-prof-tang-wei/).

We are looking for highly motivated and competent research fellows to work on research focusing on building new generation drug delivery technologies for vaccine delivery and immunotherapy. The successful candidate will independently undertake advanced research, lead and promote activities designed to develop collaborative research, collect and analyze research data, prepare reports/presentations/manuscripts, and supervise graduate/undergraduate students.

Qualifications

Qualifications / Discipline:
o PhD degree in chemistry, life sciences, materials science, bioengineering, or related field.
o Good publication records in peer-reviewed journals.

Skills/Experience:
o Proficient in nanomaterial design and synthesis or molecular biology and immunology.
o Experience with animal handling and cell culture techniques.
o Be able to independently lead projects and effectively work in a team.
o Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
o Excellent project management skills, communication skills, and great ability in written and spoken English.

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 Institute for Functional Intelligent Materials (I-FIM) is seeking to recruit a research fellow in conjugated oligoelectrolytes and polymer materials. The job responsibilities include:

• Design, synthesize, and characterize molecular reports based on conjugated oligoelectrolytes and polymer materials
• Perform outreach and collaborate with industry and clinical partners
• Perform literature reviews and stay up to date on developments in the field
• Author regular reports and presentations to keep stakeholders updated on the progress
• Contribute to publications and patent applications
• Collaborate with other IDMxS researchers to conceptualize and propose novel assays when feasible
• Supervise PhD and undergraduate student projects, as required

Qualifications

• PhD degree in Chemistry, Materials Science, Biophysics, or related disciplines
• At least 4 years of relevant working experience
• Good writing and communication skills
• Proficiency in English
• Ability to thrive in a highly multidisciplinary team-based environment
• Established record in the synthesis of complex molecular structures and in the characterization of new materials via photophysical and electrochemistry tools
• Understanding of the elementary photophysical processes in organic materials
• Previous expertise in the development of biological assays based on fluorescent reporters

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 Prof Jiang Donglin on the design and synthesis of covalent organic frameworks under a project on "The chemical approaches to covalent organic framework materials".

The main responsibilities of the position include: The molecular design, the synthesis, the characterization, and functional exploration

Qualifications / Qualification

- Chemistry based candidate with experience in the field of covalent organic frameworks

Skills:
- Organic synthesis, polymer synthesis, characterizations

Experience:
- At least 3-year experimental work on covalent organic frameworks