A*STAR Infectious Diseases Labs (A*STAR ID Labs) is seeking for a Research Officer to join us in our mission to be a leading centre of infectious diseases research. A*STAR ID Labs aims to develop a cohesive A*STAR response to drive and deliver translational infectious diseases research to better health and economic outcomes.

The candidate will be joining the Antimicrobial Chemical Biology Lab, a newly established group in A*STAR ID Labs focusing on the development of synthetic antimicrobial compounds for potential therapeutic applications. Scholarship opportunities will be available for those interested in pursuing further education at the master’s or PhD level.

Research projects will encompass various tasks such as:

• Chemical synthesis
• In vitro activity testing
• Understanding mechanisms of action
• In vivo efficacy evaluation.
• Support the team in lab operation
• Upkeep of consumables
• Safety oversight
• Labware procurement
• Documenting experimental procedures and results.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in microbiology, biomedical science, chemistry, chemical engineering, bioengineering, or related field
• Familiarity with basic microbiology (e.g., bacteria/fungi culture, agar plating, PCR) and chemistry (e.g., reaction setup, column purification, HPLC) lab techniques, programming, and/or common graphics software (e.g., Photoshop) will be advantageous.
• Highly motivated and passionate about scientific research
• Good spoken and written communication skills
• Team player
• Receptive and detail-orientated

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 Centre for Ageing Research and Education (CARE) is an academic research centre in Duke-NUS Medical School. Drawing on its multidisciplinary expertise and collaborations across medical, social, psychological, economic, and environmental perspectives, CARE’s research is situated in eight broad thematic areas: Population Health, Family Caregiving, Community-Based Health and Social Care Services, Productive Ageing, Falls, Ageing and the Environment, Health Communication, and Social and Psychological Aspects of Ageing.

CARE is a vibrant centre with individuals from diverse academic and personal backgrounds, and values the energy, passion, and thought leadership of promising scholars who desire to achieve health, social inclusion, and a high quality of life for older adults in Singapore. At Duke-NUS, CARE works closely with the Health Services and Systems Research (HSSR) Signature Research Programme, a centre of academic excellence for research and education on the organisation, funding and delivery of health services, and a focus is on public health and clinical service innovation in an increasingly complex and connected world.

We are seeking a full-time Research Assistant to join the team. The selected candidate will work across research projects, with the primary responsibilities including but not limited to the following:

• Perform data management including data cleaning, quality and consistency checks,and preparation of codebooks.
• Workwith other researchers on interpreting and analysing quantitative data.
• Contribute to preparation of reports, policy and research briefs, presentations, and research papers.
• Conduct follow-up assessments of study participants over the phone.
• Support other project management tasks.
• Assist with other initiatives at CARE where required.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology, Epidemiology, Gerontology, Public Health, Psychology,Social Work, or other related disciplines.
• Prior work experience in quantitative data analysis will be advantageous.
• Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to take initiatives to learn on the job and manage assigned tasks.
• Motivated and detail-oriented with the ability to work independently as well as with others in a multi-disciplinary setting.
• Candidates with relevant work experience may be considered for a Research Assistant(Senior) position.

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 Research Assistant in the Human Potential Translational Research Programme (HPTRP), Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine. The HPTRP aims to bring together researchers from a wide range of disciplines with an interest to maximise human potential. In HPTRP, focusing only on human studies, we aim to 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 one-year contract, with the possibility of one-year extension.

Purpose of the post

The Research Assistant will work closely with the IHDP’s Biobank Team. The RA’s principal role will be to work in general practices of biosample transporting, processing, storage, data entry and other tasks as assigned by Reporting Officer,

Main Duties and Responsibilities

The Research Assistant/Research Associate will:

1. Process a wide range of biosamples that includes but not limited to blood and stool.
2. Provide and maintain accurate laboratory record and data
3. Adhere to all laboratory safety and procedures in accordance with the laboratory SOPs.
4. Maintain the highest standard of professional conduct and record keeping in accordance with SOPs
5. Perform laboratory housekeeping as assigned
6. Must be work at 3 sites as rostered
7. Must be able to work on weekends
8. Perform other duties as assigned by Reporting Officer

Qualifications

The applicant should:

1. have a bachelor’s degree in biomedical science, Life science or related discipline.
2. Must have laboratory experience and competent in pipetting
3. Able to work in a fast-paced environment
4. Able to work independently and in a collaborative manner with interdisciplinary team
5. Effective verbal and written communication skills
6. Strong desire to learn continuously

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

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Interested parties may apply on NUS Career portal and please contact Ms H’ng, [email protected] should there be any queries pertaining to the position.

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

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We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Job Description

This project aims to investigate the performance of cementitious materials and 3D printed concrete against ballistic and blast loadings. The researcher will be required to cast and fabricate the various cementitious materials and 3D printed concrete, prepare the logistics and perform the relevant ballistic and blast tests. He/she will also be required to set up the numerical models in commercial FE software (e.g. LS Dyna), validated against experimental data, to understand the mechanisms in resisting the high impact loadings for the various cementitious materials.

Job Requirements

The research fellow should have a PhD degree in a relevant field, with experience in the following areas:

• 3D concrete printing;
• Laboratory ballistic tests;
• Design of blast tests for concrete specimens;
• FE simulations of blast loading on concrete structures.

-Strong written and spoken communications and able to present results.
-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

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated Senior Research Fellow/Research Fellow to join the Centre for Holistic Initiatives (CHILD) for Learning and Development, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore. CHILD brings together experts in the field of translational research, child health and development, and implementation science to accelerate the use of evidence in policy and practice and give every child the best start in life.

The successful candidate will support the Centre by i) conducting research projects aligned to the Centre’s strategy and key priorities, ii) preparing reports, publications and materials for funding bids, iii) providing supervision and mentorship to junior researchers, particularly in the area of mixed methods research, and iv) facilitating workshops and engagement activities.

Job Responsibilities

The successful candidate will:

• Work closely with the team leads, cross-disciplinary research teams and collaborators.
• Design, plan, undertake and deliver research and evaluation projects using both quantitative and qualitative designs.
• Provide expert methodological and statistical advice to Centre staff across Centre projects.
• Provide advanced statistical analyses and data visualizations using R, Python, or STATA for presentation of important findings in policy briefings and peer-reviewed publications
• Lead writing for reports, peer-reviewed publications, and grant proposals
• Contribute and lead, where appropriate, research dissemination activities at internal and external meetings and conferences.
• Provide supervision and mentorship of research students, assistants, and interns
• Work closely with stakeholders from across the early childhood sector.
• Carry out administrative duties as needed
• Any other duties as assigned by the supervisor

Qualifications

A PhD in Psychology/Behavioral Science/Developmental Psychology/Education/Public Health or a related discipline.

Experience: Candidates with experience in the following areas are encouraged to apply:

• Mixed methods applied research
• Multivariate statistical analyses and meta-analysis techniques using R, Python, or STATA
• Behavioural or Social Sciences applied to child health/development
• Implementation Science
• Programme Evaluation
• Education/Health Services or Applied Research

Skills

The candidate should also possess:

• Experience undertaking or leading independent research studies, as appropriate for career stage
• A strong grounding in mixed methods and applied educational, behavioural or health research – broadly defined
• Outstanding data analysis and visualization background
• Ability to search, summarize, and synthesize previous research in areas of interest to CHILD
• Strong project management and coordination skills, with attention to detail and critical thinking abilities
• Track record of publishing in peer-reviewed journals and presentations in international or national scientific conferences, commensurate with career stage
• Excellent command of spoken and written English with excellent communication skills to present findings to English-speaking stakeholders
• A team player with an ability to work independently
• Highly motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented
• Keen interest in the area of early child development and passion for research translation and communication

Application

Please submit your application, supported by:

• a detailed CV (including personal particulars, academic and employment history, complete list of publications/oral presentations)
• a cover letter introducing yourself, career goals and earliest start date as well as your suitability and interest in the position
• a writing sample that reflects your analytic skills and communication abilities.
• full contacts of three (3) referees to this job portal

The appointment title and salary grade commensurate with the candidate qualifications and experience. Interested applicants are invited to submit via the NUS career portal. Applicants can email [email protected] with any questions. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

About CHILD

What Being Successful in the Role Looks Like The successful candidate will work closely, collaboratively, and competently as part of an interdisciplinary team within CHILD. They will have excellent writing, presentation, and project management skills. They can perform data analysis/data visualization, willingly learn from and share knowledge with others. He/she fits into, supports, and builds CHILD’s open and positive work culture.

About CHILD: The Centre for Holistic Initiatives for Learning and Development or CHILD was established under the umbrella of the NUS Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine (NUS Medicine) with the Lien Foundation. In collaboration with partners - the Centre for Evidence and Implementation (CEI) and A*STAR’s Institute for Human Development and Potential (A*STAR IHDP), CHILD brings together experts in the field of translational research, child development, and implementation science to help give children the best start to life.

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

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

Job Requirements

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

Application Procedure

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

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

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

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

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

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Job Description

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

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

Main Duties and Responsibilities

## Executive Support

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

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

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

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

## Research Coordination

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

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

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

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

Main Duties and Responsibilities

## Operational Management

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

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

- Coordinate facility and equipment management to support research activities

## Team Leadership and Development

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

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

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

## Stakeholder Engagement

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

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

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

Qualifications

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Job Description

1. Perform research in the following areas:

a. Global performance analysis, and/or

b. Global structural response analysis

2. Assist in conducting physical model tests, field experiments and numerical simulations to support the development of integrated physical-numerical modelling and simulations.

3. Collaborate with industry partners, affiliated research institutes and other relevant stakeholders to contribute to grant proposals for research funding consistent with the strategic goals of TCOMS.

4. Any other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Job Requirements

· Bachelor's/Master's Degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Marine Engineering, Naval Architecture, Applied Mathematics or other related disciplines.

· Preferably having relevant research/industry experience with competent knowledge in some of the following areas: Offshore engineering, marine engineering, hydrodynamics, naval architecture and ocean engineering.

· At least 5 years of experience

· Prior knowledge in the following numerical methods/software/programming languages will be an advantage:

o CAD software such as SolidWorks, Rhino, AutoCAD

o Engineering tools such as WAMIT, SESAM and OrcaFlex

o Finite Element analysis tools such as SESAM, ABAQUS, Ansys

o Programming codes such as FORTRAN, Python, MATLAB, C++ or equivalent.

· Good interpersonal and communications skills.

· Ability to adapt and work effectively as members of a team.

· Good command of written and spoken language.

· Resourceful and self-driven with a high degree of professional integrity.

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 a motivated Marketing and Market Research Intern to undertake a crucial role in our strategic market analysis initiatives. Reporting directly to the Business Project Lead, this position focuses on leveraging the BCG Growth-Share Matrix to identify potential growth opportunities within our core categories. The intern will also collaborate with Key Account Management and Technical Marketing teams to develop value-added solutions for both current and prospective customers.

Responsibilities

Perform detailed market analysis e.g. using the BCG Growth-Share Matrix to identify and evaluate growth opportunities within the Transportation, Industrial, Consumer & Lifestyle, and Medical & Healthcare sectors.

Assist & Support in:

• Collaboration with Business Development, Key Account Management to understand customer needs and support the development of tailored marketing strategies.
• Work with Technical Marketing and Process Experts to formulate value-added solutions that enhance customer satisfaction and business growth.
• In the creation of strategic presentations and reports for internal stakeholders to facilitate informed decision-making.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, competitive landscape, and market dynamics.
• Engage in project meetings and provide analytical support to the Business Project Lead and other team members.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program in Marketing, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills, with previous experience in using frameworks such as the BCG Matrix.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, with advanced skills in Excel and PowerPoint.

Competencies

• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of market research, strategic analysis, and the manufacturing industry is 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

• To perform safety-related work such as

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

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

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

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

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

Qualifications

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

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

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

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

Job Requirements

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

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

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We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Job Description

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

A research fellow position is available in the Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health to support the Principal Investigators in research projects in the areas of Environmental and Cancer Epidemiology.

Major duties and responsibility of the position include but are not limited to:
• Data collection and management
• Data analysis using software such as R, Stata or SAS.
• Preparation of reports, presentations, manuscripts.
• Writing grant proposals
• Provide mentorship to graduate students and research assistants

The candidate must be an independent, highly motivated, and mature worker who is well-organized and demonstrates a growth mindset. Strong written and verbal communication skills are required, along with a record of relevant publications in peer-reviewed journals. He/She must have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with colleagues to achieve team goals. Excellent proficiency in the following areas is preferred:

1. Microsoft Office Applications, particularly MS Word, Excel, Powerpoint
2. Experience in R, Python

The successful applicant is expected to possess at least a PhD Degree in Epidemiology, Public Health, Environmental Health, Biological Sciences, Biostatistics, Data Science, preferably with relevant experience. Prior experience with machine learning is a plus.

Recruitment is open immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Applicants should send a brief statement of interest, CV, three named references, and other supporting documents during the application. In your statement of interest, please highlight your relevant experience and interest in environmental and cancer epidemiology research.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

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

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

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Job Description

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

A research assistant position is available in the Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health to support the Principal Investigators in research projects in the areas of Environmental and Cancer Epidemiology.

Major duties and responsibility of the position include but are not limited to:
• Data collection and management
• Literature review
• Data analysis using software such as R, Stata or SAS.
• Designing, testing, and administering surveys and questionnaires
• Research coordination
• Preparation of reports, presentations, manuscripts.

The candidate must be an independent, highly motivated, and mature worker who is well-organized and demonstrates a growth mindset. Candidate must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills. He/She must have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with colleagues to achieve team goals. Good proficiency in the following areas is preferred:

1. Microsoft Office Applications, particularly MS Word, Excel, Powerpoint
2. Experience in R, Python

The successful applicant is expected to possess at least a Bachelor’s Degree in Epidemiology, Public Health, Environmental Health, Biological Sciences, Biostatistics, Data Science, preferably with relevant experience. Prior experience with machine learning is a plus.

Recruitment is open immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Applicants should send a brief statement of interest, CV, three named references, and other supporting documents during the application. In your statement of interest, please highlight your relevant experience and interest in environmental and cancer epidemiology research.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

STARCHAMPS @ Toa Payoh is looking for a passionate part-time Teacher for Primary Math or Science to join the Team! Teaching materials and training will be provided. Hourly rate ($25 - $50/ hr) depending on number of students per class.

Job Description:

• Delivering lessons in accordance with StarChamps's curriculum for students using various teaching methods to ensure a high quality of learning
• Marking students' work and going the extra mile for weaker students
• Classroom administration
• Completing student progress reports for students each term
• Establishing and maintaining good relationships with students and parents
• Providing term updates to parents on students’ performance and progress
• Create and maintain a safe and conducive learning environment for students, safeguarding their safety and health at all times

Job Requirements:

• Minimum 1 yr of teaching experience
• Must have the passion to teach
• Has to be comfortable with use of technology in class
• Classes available on weekdays 330pm~ & weekends 9am~
• Able to start from Jan 2025 and to commit till end Nov 2025

Please submit your application your resume online.

We regret to inform that only selected candidates will be contacted for interview.

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

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We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Job Description

A Research Assistant position is available immediately in the Li-Ren Kong and Sanjay De Mel research team. The position is funded by a thematic grant under NUS Centre for Cancer Research (N2CR) to investigate the key drivers in multiple myeloma, with the eventual goal to develop a ex vivo screening model for drug development.

Duties & Responsibilities

Research:
- Handling and processing clinical samples for genomics and proteomics analyses, including the establishment of long-term culture models for in-depth molecular characterization and functional studies.
- Organize and document experimental results systematically.
- Analyse data and summarise findings for the research team.

Administrative duties:
- Assist with lab housekeeping and administrative duties as needed.
- To maintain the N2CR Avatar portal, including registering & updating new entries and keeping track of the usage of the portal.
- To assist with administrative or ad hoc duties under the N2CR organoid interest group.

Qualifications

- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in molecular biology or cancer biology.
- Knowledge in cell culture and basic molecular biology techniques.
- Effective communication and presentation skills, with ability to work independently.
- Prior experience on handling human patient material or organoid culture is preferred.
- Experience in laboratory management is preferred but not essential.
- Ability to communicate fluently in written and spoken English

Interested applicants should include the following documents in the job application
1) Curriculum Vitae (CV)
2) Summary of past research experience
3) Description of long-term plans
4) 3 referees including their name, contact information (email) and relationship to applicant

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

STATEMENT OF PURPOSE

The Memory Aging & Cognition Centre (MACC) is a Research Center within the National University Health System funded by the Singapore National Medical Research Council that focuses on the study of dementia and cognitive impairment in the elderly. The MACC currently has 4 research themes on (i) neurochemistry, molecular pathology and biomarker discovery, (ii) neuroimaging, (iii) clinical assessment and (iv) epidemiology.

We are seeking a highly motivated Research Assistant to join our team at the MACC. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in the daily operations and maintenance of the laboratory, as well as the handling of samples obtained from human or animal studies. The successful candidate will also have opportunities to work on various laboratory testing/techniques and contribute to the team's research effort in neurochemistry and blood biomarkers of Alzheimer's disease and vascular cognitive impairment.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Handle samples obtained from human (blood, plasma, serum, post-mortem brain tissues) or animal studies, including the proper processing, documentation, tracking, storage and retrieval of samples.
2. Ensure compliance with laboratory safety protocols and regulatory requirements.
3. Manage and coordinate daily operations and maintenance of the laboratory, including administrative duties.
4. Support the PI and Research Fellows in experimental procedures related to neurochemistry and blood-based biomarkers research.
5. Assist the PI and Research Fellows in supervising and training students and junior researchers.

Qualifications

1. Bachelor's degree in Biomedical or Life Sciences.
2. Meticulous, attention to details, able to work independently, strong organization and documentation skills.
3. Previous work experience in the following area(s) is advantageous:

• Handling human and/or animal specimens as well as biobanking
• Neurochemistry laboratories, biomarker-related laboratories, pharmaceutical laboratories and/or research animal laboratorie

4. Knowledge of lab safety regulations/guidelines is desirable.

The candidate should possess the ability to work independently (with training) in a highly collaborative and international research environment, and be able to demonstrate initiative, technical independence and excellent communication skills. The successful candidate will be expected to be self-motivated in neurochemistry and biomarker research projects within the MACC under the supervision of the MACC Director, PIs and Research Fellows, as well as collaborators in NUHS and Duke-NUS.

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

The primary responsibility of this role is to deliver on an industry-partnered Ignition research project where you will be part of a collaborative team exploring innovative ways of characterizing the physical and rheological properties of liquid personal care products and understanding the impact of these properties in product design and process development.

Key Responsibilities

• In this role, you will perform shear and extensional rheological characterization of a large variety of liquid personal care products including lotions, topical oils, and more. We will explore innovative and emerging methods of rheological characterization and analyzing rheological data to extract material parameters to build a database of materials. Working with our industrial partner we will establish an understanding of rheological properties that are useful for product formulation and process design related to lab and larger scale extrusion/dispensing applications.More specific responsibilities include:
  • Participate in and manage the research project with Principal Investigator (PI), and the research team members to ensure all project deliverables are met.
  • Undertake development of rheological protocols and characterization of liquid personal care products
  • Formulate model materials with various additives to understand their impact on product rheology
  • Design, execute, and interpret experiments independently and with support from the PI.
  • Prepare and deliver written articles, reports, and presentations for industrial partners and external audiences.
  • Attend and present at regular group meetings to receive feedback on work done and future plans
  • Carry out Risk Assessment, and ensure compliance with Work, Safety and Health Regulations.
  • Coordinate procurement and liaison with vendors/suppliers.
  • Work independently, as well as within a team.

Job Requirements

• Have relevant competence in the areas of rheological characterization and analysis, wet lab work, material formulation
• Have a degree in pharmaceutical engineering, chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, food or materials science/engineering, or a related field. Possessing a Master’s degree will be advantageous.
• Knowledge of any of the following will be advantageous: material dispensing/extrusion processing, material science, textural and sensory analysis

Key Competencies

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

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Job Description

1. Conduct lab-based research and perform experiments.
2. Collaborate with colleagues both inside/outside the group.
3. Assist in daily lab management duties.
4. Present and report research results and publish scientific results in peer-reviewed journals in a timely manner.
5. Ensure compliance with environment, safety, health and quality program requirements from all levels (e.g. university, faculty of engineering and the department of MSE).
6. Translation and commercialization. Training will be provided

Job Requirements

A bachelor and a master degree in Chemical Engineering, Material Engineering or related field is required. The candidate should have 2-3 years of experiences in doing research.

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Job Description

Duties and Responsibilities

(A) SPECIFIC (80%)

1. Conduct neuropsychological assessment and follow-up of patients and subjects for mood, anxiety, stress, resilience, personality traits, behaviour/habits, and emotional and social intelligence, ensuring standardised testing procedures are followed.
2. Collect, manage, and organise research data with attention to detail and data integrity.
3. Perform data analysis using statistical software (e.g. SPSS, R, Python) to identify trends and correlations related to cognitive impairment.
4. Assist in the preparation of research reports, manuscripts, and presentations for dissemination of study findings.
5. Maintain clear and accurate records of all research activities.
6. Collaborate effectively with a multidisciplinary team of researchers, clinicians, and data analysts.
7. Adhere to ethical guidelines and regulatory requirements for research involving human subjects.

​​​​(B) GENERAL (20%)

The Research Assistant will carry out other duties as specified by their Reporting Officer.

Qualifications

(A) EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

1. BSc, BA, BA (Psych) or a related background. Final year students are welcome to apply.
2. Proficiency in data analysis and statistical software (e.g. SPSS, R, or Python).
3. Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
4. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

(B) LANGUAGE

Fluent in English and Mandarin (We are recruiting personnel to perform Chinese language cognitive assessment for a mandarin speaking elderly population).

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Job Summary

Singapore Centre for Environmental Life Sciences Engineering (SCELSE) is seeking a dedicated and skilled Research Fellow to lead research on the ectomycorrhizal fungi and associated microbial communities in Dipterocarpaceae tree species across urban and forested landscapes in Singapore. This position plays a key role in advancing knowledge on plant-microbe interactions, contributing to conservation and ecological health of Dipterocarpaceae trees.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead fieldwork initiatives for the survey and collection of soils associated with the ectomycorrhizal fungi and microbiome of Dipterocarpaceae tree species across diverse environments in Singapore.
• Conduct health assessments of surveyed Dipterocarp trees, gathering data to compare markers of healthy and unhealthy specimens.
• Coordinate with the National Parks Board (NParks) for site access and to ensure accurate sampling locations.
• Perform assays to quantify soil properties and nutrient content in collaboration with team members.
• Conduct untargeted metabolomics on soil samples to identify microbial and metabolite profiles.
• Work closely with interdisciplinary teams to drive research objectives and achieve project outcomes.

Qualification

• PhD in Plant Ecology, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• Proven field experience in sample collection and ecosystem surveys.
• Strong collaboration skills and the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

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Job Description

The National University of Singapore invites applications for Research Fellow in the Centre for Behavioural and Implementation Science Interventions (BISI), Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine. The centre aims to improve population health and well-being and healthcare delivery by accelerating evidence-based practice through the use of behavioural and implementation science. More information on the centre is available at https://medicine.nus.edu.sg/bisi/ . Appointments will be made on a 1-year contract basis in the first instance, with the possibility of extension.

Purpose of the post

The successful hire is expected to provide assistance to the BISI Faculty in i) delivering the research projects that the Centre’s research strategy has identified as key priorities, ii) contribute to the writing and applications for competitive grants, iii) leading/mentoring junior researchers within a collaborative research team, and iv) deliver some teaching in behavioural and implementation science in both undergraduate and post-graduate settings.

The role is primarily a research-orientated one, however the post-holder will be expected to contribute teaching in areas of their expertise within the Centre’s expanding teaching curriculum in behavioural and implementation sciences.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

This is a regular full-time position of which the contract is renewable, subject to performance.

The chosen candidate will:

• Work closely with the team leads, collaborators, cross-disciplinary research teams and support staff
• Design and undertake research and provide expertise across a variety of research-related activities

Research-Related

• Perform systematic reviews of available evidence
• Design, planning and execution of research projects with behavioural and implementation science components;
• Analysis and interpretation of research data (qualitative; quantitative or health economics);
• Writing of research reports, peer-reviewed publications and grant applications;
• Dissemination of research proposals and findings through presentations internally and externally at scientific meetings and conferences.

Education-Related

• Mentor junior research staff
• Deliver teaching in behavioural and implementation science in undergraduate and postgraduate settings.

Qualifications

The candidate should possess:

• A PhD in a relevant discipline

Research-Related

• Experience in undertaking or leading, as appropriate for career stage, independent research studies;
• Track record of publishing in peer-reviewed journals commensurate with career stage;
• Track record of publications/presentations in international or national scientific conferences.
• Experience in a variety of quantitative methods for study design, data management, analysis and reporting – including experience in epidemiology, biostatistics or health economics methods;
• Experience in research software (eg Stata, SPSS, nViVO, Treeage)
• Experience in contributing to research grant proposals will be advantageous

Education-Related

• Experience in delivering and facilitating courses, workshops and training;

Application

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

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

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Job Description

Research Associate - Genomic safe harbour targeted engineering of cells for gene and cell therapy

Location: Cardiovascular-Metabolic Disease TRP, NUS YLL School of Medicine

Description:

We are looking for a Research Associate to drive the wet lab research activities for the duration of the project.

Responsibilities:

• Clone and amplify complex constructs necessary for engineering of mammalian cells
• Maintain cultures of mammalian cells to a high standard and conduct engineering experiments working closely with the project leads
• Compile and organise experimental data, including cell culture records, characterization results, and cell line inventory information
• Conduct daily wet-lab experiments e.g. nucleic acid extraction and quantification
• Assist the team to ensure a safe and efficient working environment
• Ensure project deliverables are met in a timely manner and to the highest standard

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or related discipline.
• Minimum 3 years of working experience in a research laboratory
• Experience with mammalian cell culture and genome engineering
• Extensive knowledge of molecular cloning techniques
• Good organizational skills and ability to multitask
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Experience in working with lentiviral vectors is highly desirable
• Good communication (verbal and written)

This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking research in genome engineering for gene and cell therapy, with potential for career development and growth within our dynamic research environment.

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Job Description

A Research Assistant position is available NUS Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore. The job entails work in a laboratory, clinical and involves administrative duties.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Contribute to DSRB/IRB application process, support ethics and regulatory related administrative work including DSRB/IRB and HSA applications
2. Coordinate training requirements and documentation
3. Ensure study file set up, documentation and maintenance, including investigator files and logs
4. Conduct subject pre-screening, assist with informed consent, adverse event reporting, and follow-up activities with regulatory bodies
5. Coordinate subject visits and manage study execution, including collection of study questionnaires, measurement of physiology parameters, and collection of non-invasive images
6. Maintain study database.
7. Monitor studies ensuring compliance with institutional guidelines, HBRA, and GCP.
8. Assist with study closure including archiving of study records (medical records, study documents, investigator files, subject files etc.), post-study audits/ inspections and monitoring.
9. Participate and present updates in study related meetings.
10. Take minutes of meetings for vetting.
11. Generate study progress reports as required.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Assist with participant recruitment for research studies, including consent taking, filing and ensuring studies are conducted in compliance with necessary regulatory guidelines
• Purchasing products and services where necessary, including preparing recommendation reports, track orders and ensure timely delivery, and keeping records of purchases.
• Assist overall day-to-day administrative activities for Research Programme
• Assist Admin Lead with CVD TRP website maintenance and update.
• Assist to prepare and edit reports, presentations and other documents.
• Assist Admin Lead with secretariat functions to arrange and coordinate Programme’s events or meetings, including creating and distribution of meeting minutes, preparing facilities for scheduled meetings and arranging refreshments, if required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor in a related discipline in the Biomedical/Life Sciences with a minimum 1 year of experience
• GCP-trained and familiar with the regulatory landscape in Singapore
• Some experience working in/with a clinical research or healthcare industry
• Sound written and verbal communications skills
• Possess maturity and good interpersonal skills
• Independent and good team player
• Self-driven, meticulous, and organized and strong organisational skills
• Relevant experience with managing large projects, lead facilitation of group meetings and managing budgets will be an advantage
• Good proficiency in MS Office applications such as PowerPoint, Excel
• Have a strong interest to interact with a wide variety of people

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Job Description

Position Overview:

We are seeking a highly motivated Embedded System Engineer to join our team as a Research Engineer. The successful candidate will be responsible for selecting, programming, testing micro-controllers, and building corresponding circuitry and PCB for our cutting-edge research projects. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking research in flexible electronics.

Key Responsibilities:

• Program micro-controller for realizing target functions.
• Design circuitry and PCB for corresponding micro-controller.
• Help with requirement analyse and micro-controller chip selection.
• Document design processes, results, and findings for academic publication.
• Stay updated on emerging trends and technologies in flexible electronics and related fields.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Master C/C++, have proficient embedded development and MCU development capabilities, and good programming habits.
• Familiar with communication ports, including UART, SPI, IIC and GPIO.
• Able to read hardware schematics, capable for driver writing and optimization, and familiar with Renesas, Nordic and STM32’s commonly used chips;
• Familiar with BLE working principle and commonly used BLE chips.
• Familiar with micro-controller developing tools (e.g. Keil, IAR)
• Experience with PCB design and proficiency in PCB design tools (e.g. Altium Designer)
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Mechatronic Engineering, automation, or related field.
• Solid digital and analogue circuit knowledge foundation.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Effective communication and collaboration abilities.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Expertise in MATLAB or Python for upper computer software development.
• Familiarity with biomedical signal processing or wearable electronics.
• Prior research experience in an academic or industrial setting.
• Additional expertise in wireless electronics design

Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.
• Collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Access to state-of-the-art research facilities and resources.
• Potential for authorship on research publications, patents and presentations.

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Responsibilities: mouse colony management, genotyping, mouse surgery, immunostaining, tissue sectioning and staining, and other technical support requested by lab members
• Provide technical support for research

JOB REQUIREMENT

• Bachelor in Biological Science and Life Science disciplines or equivalent
• Experience with animal 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