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Job Description

The National University of Singapore invites applications for a Research Assistant in the Department of Medicine, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine.

Main duties and responsibilities

The Research Assistant will be responsible to, and work closely with, the Principal Investigator (PI) and his study team to successfully deliver research outcomes in the areas of ageing, stroke and cardiovascular diseases.

Familiarity and experience with molecular, cell biology, staining, advanced microscopy techniques, and computational analytical methods will be considered favorably.

Preference will be given to candidates who are able to analyse omics data and with familiarity with statistical softwares including SPSS or R.

Responsibilities also include the day to day management of laboratory operations such as procurement, preventive maintenance of equipment and laboratory safety.

Qualifications

The applicant should:

1. Have a good degree in life sciences, biomedical sciences, biochemistry, or equivalent from a well-recognized university, with a minimum of 2 years experience.
2. Able to work independently and in a team, and must have good interpersonal and communication skills
3. Possess good organizational skills
4. Have knowledge of common computer applications, e.g. MS office, PowerPoint, Excel, SPSS, “R”, Stata etc

Appointments will be made on a yearly contract basis with the possibility of extension.

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

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

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

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Job Description

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

The Research Assistant will be responsible for working closely with the Principal Investigator and lab members on one or more research projects. He/she should possess experience or interest in Machine Learning and Security.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Job Requirements

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

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

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Job Description

Professor Rachel Zhang and Jean Zeng are seeking a qualified Research Assistant to support data-driven academic projects. Responsibilities include data collection, cleaning, aggregation, advanced econometric analysis, and assisting with research papers and reports. Candidates must have a master’s degree in Economics, Statistics, Data Science, or a related field, with strong coding skills (Python, R, or Stata) and expertise in econometric methods. Prior experience in research, statistical modeling, and data visualization is preferred. To apply, send a cover letter, CV, and a sample of your coding or analysis work.

Contract Period:

• 2 Jan 2025 to 31 Dec 2025 (12 Months) + 1 Year Optional renewal by school.

Deployment:

• Mondays to Fridays: 8.30am to 2:00pm, inclusive of 0.5hr lunch break
• Service not required on Saturdays, Sundays and gazetted public holidays

Scope of Works:

1. Assist teachers in the preparation of teaching and learning resources and specimens needed.
2. Assist in the preparation of resources for science practical examinations.
3. Maintain all live specimens and laboratory equipment.
4. Conduct periodic stock-taking on laboratory supplies in science laboratory and advise Science HOD / LH on stock level
5. Conduct daily cleaning of the Life Science and Physical Science laboratories.

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

We are looking for a talented Research Fellow to study the short and long term outcomes of the host transcriptional/epigenetic response to respiratory viral infection. The selected candidate will perform a variety of research activities, which include planning, organising and conducting research studies within the overall scope of a research project under the supervision of the Principal Investigator or his/her designate, including but not limited to the following:

• Independently carry out the design and execution of innovative research aimed at understanding the host epigenome/transcriptome during Influenza A viral infection.
• Collaborate with team members on related projects in the laboratory.
• Write and review research papers, present research outcomes, conceptualise new ideas and develop plans for research that could have a considerable influence and impact on the relevant field.
• Provide support for external grant and protocol development, study design and management of research activities.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to undergraduate / medical students and research assistants.
• Perform other related duties incidental to the work described therein.

Job Requirements

• PhD in Molecular Biology, Virology, Genetics, Immunology, Stem Cell Biology or other related biomedical fields.
• Prior experience with bioinformatics, biostatistics, next generation sequencing technologies and/or stem cell biology would be advantageous.
• Experience with animal work (rodents) would also be an advantage.
• Demonstrate excellent quantitative, analytical and organisational skills.
• Possess interpersonal communications skills with excellent written and oral communications.
• A strong team player who is open-minded, independent, highly motivated and can work collaboratively in an interdisciplinary team and diverse workforce.

Salary and benefits will commensurate with educational qualifications and working experience.

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Job Description

We are looking for talented wet-lab Research Fellow to work with a multidisciplinary group of scientists on the discovery of new targets for therapy in Diabetic Nephropathy (DN), a devastating complication of diabetes causing significant morbidity, mortality and human suffering. In Singapore, the incidence of DN as a cause of end-stage kidney disease is among the highest in the world. The job will be part of the NMRC-funded project called Diabetes Study in Nephropathy and other Microvascular Complications II, and it will be based within the Centre for Computational Biology (CCB). This position will be for a period of 3 years, with possible extension depending on work performance and funding availability.

The selected candidate will perform a variety of research activities, which include planning, organising and conducting research studies within the overall scope of a research project under the supervision of the Principal Investigator or his/her designate, including but not limited to the following:

• Independently carry out the design and execution of experimental research required by the research component of the project.
• Write and review research papers, present research outcomes, conceptualise new ideas and develop plans for independent research which could have a considerable influence and impact on the relevant field attracting research funding.
• Provide support for external grant/protocol development, study design and management of research activities.
• Contribute to occasional educational / instructional activities and project management.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to undergraduate / medical students and research assistants.
• Maintain optimal experiment progress in the laboratory or in the research work undertaken.
• Perform other related duties incidental to the work described therein.

Job Requirements

• PhD in a related scientific area (e.g., Life Sciences/Biomedical Sciences, Pharmacology). Candidates with higher credentials may be considered for Senior Research Fellow appointment.
• Hands-on experience with transgenic models (breeding and maintenance) and surgery.
• Experience with rodents (mice/rats) phenotyping, including metabolic traits, biochemistry, histology and microscopy.
• Hands-on experience with wet-lab techniques in molecular and cell biology, including familiarity with primary cell cultures and inflammatory and metabolic cellular assays.
• Possess knowledge and experience in pharmacology and pharmacokinetics.
• Have a system-level understanding of human cardiometabolic pathology.
• Proven track record in the form of peer-reviewed research publications.
• Demonstrated capability of research independence progressively.
• Possess strong writing and critical thinking skills, as well as good communication and presentation skills.
• A team player who is able to prioritise, multi-task and work collaboratively in a diverse workforce.

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Job Description

The Duke-NUS Cancer and Stem Cell Biology (CSCB) Programme studies the causes and treatments of cancer and related diseases. The CSCB research groups have diverse programmes in both basic cancer biology and clinical-translational studies, with a special emphasis on cancers that affect the Asian community in general.

The selected candidate will play a key role in a natural products-based drug discovery program, conducting analytical chemistry, bioassays, compound management, molecular and cell biology, and biochemistry laboratory experiments under the supervision of the Principal Investigator or his/her designate, including but not limited to the following:

• Support all aspects of the research project.
• Conduct extractions and fractionation of natural products.
• Execute cancer and other mammalian cell culture assays.
• Carry out antibacterial and antifungal assays and assist with microscopy imaging of cells.
• Perform molecular and phenotypic analyses to understand mechanism of action.
• Conduct accurate monitoring, documenting and reporting of experimental results and/or research findings.
• Assist with general upkeep of laboratory needs, procurement of reagents, maintain safety protocols, provide technical support and establish work procedures to ongoing research projects.
• Perform other related duties incidental to the work described therein.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Analytical Chemistry, Chemical Biology, Pharmacology, or other related fields. Candidates with higher credentials may be considered for the Research Assistant (Senior) position.
• Familiar with organic and analytical chemistry techniques, including chromatography and HPLC.
• Demonstrated knowledge and possesses experience in cell and molecular biology techniques such as cell culture, western blot, RNA and DNA isolation, and RT-qPCR.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills with excellent written, and computer skills.
• Well-organised and excellent record keeping skills are a must.
• A strong team player who is open-minded, energetic, highly motivated and can work collaboratively in an interdisciplinary team and diverse workforce.

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Job Description

The Duke-NUS Cancer and Stem Cell Biology (CSCB) Programme studies the causes and treatments of cancer and related diseases. The CSCB research groups have diverse programmes in both basic cancer biology and clinical-translational studies, with a special emphasis on cancers that affect the Asian community in general.

The selected candidate will play a key role in a natural products-based drug discovery program. He/she will work both independently and collaboratively to analyse complex natural products using NMR and mass spectrometry, including metabolomic profiling to identify potential molecular targets and mechanisms.

• Independently carry out the design and execution of experimental research required by the research component of the project.
• Write and review research papers, present research outcomes, conceptualise new ideas and develop plans for independent research which could have a considerable influence and impact on the relevant field attracting research funding.
• Provide support for external grant/protocol development, study design and management of research activities.
• Source financial support for research activities by investigating potential sources of funding, collaborate with Principal Investigator to write and revise grant/fellowship applications.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior researchers.
• Ensure optimal progress of experiments in the laboratory by conducting, supervising, and evaluating laboratory procedures and outcomes. Revise and analyse targets to obtain high-quality and reproducible results.
• Perform other related duties incidental to the work described therein.

Job Requirements

• PhD in Chemistry, Chemical Biology, or related discipline with 2 years of relevant post-doctoral experience.
• Demonstrate general expertise in the field of natural products isolation, metabolomics, and global profiling.
• Strong NMR and mass spectrometry skills in compound characterisation.
• Familiar with database and networking platforms for dereplication (e.g., GNPS).
• Proven track record in the form of high impact publications.
• Strong writing and critical thinking skills, as well as good communication and presentation skills.
• A team player who is able to prioritise, multi-task and work collaboratively in a diverse workforce.

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Job Description

The Cardiovascular and Metabolic Disorders (CVMD) Programme at Duke-NUS houses state-of-the-art technologies for profiling mitochondrial function and metabolic adaptations in model organisms and undertakes translational research in cardiovascular and metabolic disorders. The program has a strong track record of publication in top-tier journals, successful commercialisation efforts leading to spin-offs, as well as nurturing early career researchers into independent academic or industry positions.

Metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH) is a severe metabolic liver disease that can affect up to 6.5% of the adult population, with only one FDA-approved drug. Dr. Jin Zhou’s team is specialised in studying the novel molecular pathogenesis underlying MASH for the identification of new druggable targets. The lab uses a combination of biochemistry, genetics, animal modeling, and metabolomics approaches to understand cellular processes related to mitochondrial function and hepatic lipid metabolism.

We are looking for a highly self-motivated Research Fellow to join the team. The selected candidate will perform a variety of research activities, including but not limited to the following:

• Independently carry out the design and execution of experimental research required by the research component of the project.
• Maintain optimal experiment progress in the laboratory or in the research work undertaken.
• Maintain accurate and complete records of all findings and ensure the validity and reliability of data at all times.
• Present research outcomes orally, and draft research abstracts and manuscripts for publication.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to undergraduate/medical students and research assistants.
• Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

Job Requirements

• PhD in Biomedical Sciences, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Pharmacology, or related disciplines.
• Hands-on experience with mice models, as well as wet-lab techniques in molecular and cell biology. Prior experience in polysome and/or ribosome profiling would be advantageous.
• Proven track record of academic publications, including writing/drafting first-author papers.
• Demonstrate excellent communication, technical independence, and analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivated individual, enthusiastic to take initiative, and able to work independently and collaboratively in a team.

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Job Description

The laboratory of Dr. Tang Hong-Wen within the Signature Research Programme in Cancer and Stem Cell Biology (CSCB) at Duke-NUS is recruiting a Research Assistant with strong enthusiasm and interest in muscles and muscle stem cells. The Tang lab’s scientific focus is to understand how muscle functions get impaired during aging and tumorigenesis. Dr Tang’s laboratory uses unique cross-species and interdisciplinary approach incorporating Drosophila genetics, biochemistry, cell biology, and mouse models, to identify new evolutionary conserved mechanisms underlying human muscle diseases and provide new therapeutic strategies targeting muscle wasting and mitigating the effects of aging.

The selected candidate will perform a variety of functions related to research under the supervision of the Principal Investigator or his/her designate: -

• Perform tasks and support all aspects of the research project.
• Conduct accurate monitoring, documenting and reporting of experimental results and research findings.
• Evaluate and interpret collected data and prepare oral presentations or written reports/ scientific manuscripts/literature for publication and analyses setting forth progress, adverse trends and appropriate recommendations or conclusions.
• Contribute to some project management, provision of guidance to undergraduate/medical students.
• Assist with general upkeep of laboratory needs, maintain safety protocols, provide technical support and establish work procedures to ongoing research projects.
• Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Sciences / Life Sciences.
• Demonstrated basic knowledge, skills and expertise in supporting various research activities.
• Knowledge of the scientific background relevant to the research area.
• Laboratory experimental skills.
• A strong team player who is open-minded, energetic, highly motivated and can work collaboratively in an interdisciplinary team and diverse workforce.

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Job Description

The Duke-NUS Laboratory for Translational and Molecular Imaging (LTMI), Duke-NUS Medical School, is recruiting a Research Fellow/Senior Research Fellow to lead state-of-the-art small animal imaging studies in Viral Infectious Disease. LTMI aims to develop local infrastructure and deep capabilities in the development of molecular imaging technologies for guiding the advancement and translation of new imaging biomarkers to guide novel therapeutics in viral infectious disease.

The successful candidate will lead pre-clinical imaging efforts to validate novel imaging probes that target potential biomarkers of viral infection and host response. He/She will be responsible for the strategic planning, execution and communication of research. Candidates with strong records of scientific accomplishment in radiopharmaceutical sciences, immunology or related disciplines are encouraged to apply.

Lead mouse model development and characterisation of viral disease.

• Perform in vivo characterisation of imaging probe specificity and sensitivity with PET/CT, SPECT/CT and/or optical imaging in combination with different treatment regimes.
• Monitor immune response to anti-viral, and vaccines with longitudinal imaging, supported with pathology (IHC/IF), and cellular assessment (flow cytometry).
• Ensure regulatory compliance of research, including legal and ethical requirements.
• Ensure timely reporting and presentation of study results to the team, and making appropriate decisions on data obtained from imaging studies.
• Write and review research papers, and present at local and international conferences.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior researchers and/or graduate students.
• Demonstrate effective organization/project management abilities to efficiently manage time and work activities.

Job Requirements

• PhD in Virology/Immunology/Radiopharmaceutical Sciences or related disciplines.
• Experience in multimodality imaging and image analysis (including PET, SPECT, CT, fluorescence, and/or optical imaging) within the infectious diseases and immunology domain.
• Background in virology, molecular biology, cell biology and oncology.
• Possesses experience in mouse studies (injection, anatomy, necropsy, pathology) required.
• Proven track record of academic publications, including writing/drafting first author papers.
• Self-motivated individual, enthusiastic to take initiatives, as well as able to work independently and collaboratively in a team.
• Demonstrate excellent communication, technical independence, analytical and problem-solving skills.

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Job Description

The Cardiovascular and Metabolic Disorders (CVMD) Programme houses state-of-the-art technologies for profiling mitochondrial function and metabolic adaptations in human patients and other model organisms, and undertakes translational and clinical research in cardiovascular and metabolic disorders.

Prof Derek Hausenloy’s laboratory aims to discover new treatments for protecting the heart from acute ischaemia/reperfusion injury and for preventing heart failure. We use a translational approach to research comprising cell models, rodent models (atherosclerosis, acute myocardial infarction and heart failure), nanoparticles for delivery of therapeutics to the ischaemic heart, and clinical studies.

The selected candidate will perform a variety of functions related to research under the supervision of the Principal Investigator or his/her designate, including but not limited to the following: -

• Perform tasks and support all aspects of the research project.
• Conduct accurate monitoring, documenting and reporting of experimental results and/or research findings.
• Evaluate and interpret collected data and prepare oral presentations or written reports/ scientific manuscripts/literature for publication and analyses setting forth progress, adverse trends and appropriate recommendations or conclusions.
• Assist researchers in contributing to some aspects of the project management, occasional laboratory demonstrations and in providing guidance to undergraduate/medical students.
• Establish work procedures to maintain high efficiency and productivity of the laboratory. Assist with general upkeep of laboratory needs, maintain safety protocols, provide technical support and establish work procedures to ongoing research projects.
• Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor / Master’s Degree in Sciences/Life Sciences with at least 2 years of relevant work experience in the design and conduct of experimental projects.
• Demonstrated good knowledge, skills and expertise in supporting various research activities including molecular biology, cellular assay, ELISA, and histology.
• Knowledge of the scientific background relevant to the research area.
• Laboratory experimental skills.
• Experience with cardiovascular research and animal work (rodents) preferred.
• A strong team player who is able to prioritise, multi-task and work collaboratively in a diverse workforce.
• RCULA certification will be an advantage.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

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

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Job Description

The Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health (SSHSPH) at the National University of Singapore (NUS) is seeking a research fellow (RF) for the various projects on chronic disease. The successful applicant will have a strong foundation in epidemiology and quantitative methods, show good initiative in troubleshooting tasks and have excellent communication skills.

The RF will play an important role in the conduct of current research projects on diabetes epidemiology, care and outcomes. In addition, successful candidates will be expected to support the preparation of new grant proposals. The RF will also be expected to work independently, while working in a team-based setting.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct and coordinate clinical or epidemiologic research under the direction and supervision of the Principal Investigator and Collaborators, including preparing applications for ethical approval, data collection and management, and quality assurance
• Manage these research projects in a team-based, cross functional research environment, which include supervising/ mentoring junior research staff and research students
• Undertake necessary statistical analysis, including advanced modelling techniques, to interrogate the data
• Draft research reports and manuscripts for scientific sharing and publication
• Support the preparation of new grant proposals
• Attend project meetings and to participate (where necessary) in other meetings
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and ethical guidelines in all aspects of work
• Undertake any other specific roles and management functions as may be reasonably required by the Principal Investigator

Requirements:

• PhD Degree in public health, epidemiology, biostatistics, health services research, health information science or related fields.
• Proficiency in English is a must as the candidate will be required to write scientific papers for publication in international peer reviewed journals and present work undertaken to a technical audience.
• Track record of publications in international peer reviewed journals
• Proficiency in the use of statistical software (Stata and R)
• Expertise in epidemiological and statistical analysis techniques, including joint modelling for time to event analysis and Markov modelling
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team-based, cross functional research environment
• Self-motivated, independent learner and detail-oriented
• Good project management skills

Recruitment is open immediately. The grade of appointment will be accorded based on candidate’s academic qualifications and years of relevant experience.

To apply, please submit the following documents:
a. Cover letter highlighting career goals and relevant experience
b. Curriculum Vitae, containing details of two named referees

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

The SingHealth Duke-NUS Global Health Institute (“SDGHI”) is a platform for global health activities across the SingHealth Duke-NUS Academic Medical Centre (“AMC”). The Institute aims to address current and emerging health challenges across Asia. Working in collaboration with partners, the Institute seeks to tackle prevalent health challenges, strengthen health systems and better insulate countries from pandemics and disease threats.

The Planetary Health Initiative is SDGHI’s newest strategic initiative. Planetary health pertains to the integrated state of health of both people and the planet. It recognizes that people’s health is now greatly shaped by human-driven global environmental change, such as climate change, environmental pollution, rapid urbanisation, biodiversity loss, among others. Addressing these interlocking challenges requires concerted actions within and beyond the health sector, spanning diverse disciplines and nations.

During the Initiative’s inaugural phase, the Institute will focus on launching new educational and capacity-building activities, conducting landscape analysis of the current state of play especially at the regional level, exploring research collaborations with other planetary health-oriented groups within Singapore and beyond, and implementing policy influencing and advocacy activities – all geared towards positioning the Institute as an emerging thought leader in planetary health in Asia and beyond.

The Research Fellow will be part of the Initiative’s inaugural team and will significantly contribute to the early development of the Institute’s planetary health portfolio. The selected candidate will perform a variety of research activities which include planning, organising, and conducting research studies, including but not limited to the following:

• Independently carry out the design and execution of research projects.
• Write and review research papers, present research outcomes, conceptualise new ideas and develop plans for independent research.
• Provide support for external grant/protocol development, study design, ethics review application, and other research management activities.
• Contribute to other activities of the Planetary Health Initiative related to education, capacity building, innovation, policy advocacy, etc.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to undergraduate/medical students and research assistants.
• Perform duties related to the activities of the Planetary Health Initiative (such as advocacy, policy engagement, etc.).

Job Requirements:

• PhD in relevant fields such as public health, health systems, sustainable development, social sciences, among others, AND/OR post-graduate medical degree.
• Minimum with at least 2 years’ of relevant research experience and training. MD/MBBS graduates with a relevant Master’s degree may also be considered.
• Possess advanced knowledge of specific planetary health topics/issues of interest, as well as wide familiarity about the evolving planetary health field, including principles, frameworks, issues, emerging discourse, and policy developments
• Proficiency in research design and execution, preferably in conducting mixed-methods research(both quantitative and qualitative)
• Demonstrated capability of research independence growing progressively.
• Have strong writing and critical thinking skills, as well as good communication and presentation skills, which can be demonstrated through research publications in high impact journals, commentaries and blogs, conference presentations, and speaking engagements.
• Possess strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills which are vital for engagement with partners, collaborators, funders, and other external stakeholders.
• An emerging leader, team player, and project manager who can supervise and mentor junior colleagues; prioritize, multi-task and work collaboratively in a diverse workforce; and coordinate multiple projects and activities.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

The SingHealth Duke-NUS Global Health Institute (“SDGHI”) is a platform for global health activities across the SingHealth Duke-NUS Academic Medical Centre (“AMC”). The Institute aims to address current and emerging health challenges across Asia. Working in collaboration with partners, the Institute seeks to tackle prevalent health challenges, strengthen health systems and better insulate countries from pandemics and disease threats.

The Global Health Systems Research Unit is a new and dynamic unit focused on elucidating health system challenges and developing solutions. It collaborates with partners in Singapore and across Asia, generating evidence that drives intervention programmes across the AMC. The unit explores innovative ways to work with data, including testing AI tools for efficient management, analysis, synthesis, and visualisation of research data.

The Research Associate will play a dual role, supporting both SDGHI’s Global Health Systems and the SingHealth Centre for Person-Centred Care (CPCC). The ideal candidate will report to the SDGHI Clinical Core and work closely with the team at CPCC to contribute to projects that improve health equity and access in Singapore and across Asia.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to a wide range of health systems and services research programmes, including health systems analysis, policy analysis, and evaluation of person-centric initiatives.
• Develop and validate new measures of patient-reported experience and health systems and services frameworks.
• Conduct ethnographic and qualitative research, utilising participatory approaches to health systems and services research.
• Implement advanced data tools for efficient management, analysis, synthesis, and visualisation of health systems data, ensuring accuracy.
• Assist with project management, coordinating effectively among diverse stakeholders within SingHealth Duke-NUS AMC and external partners (including overseas) to achieve project goals.
• Write research manuscripts, case studies, reports, presentations to academic audiences, funders, and other stakeholders.

Job Requirements:

• Master’s Degree in Public or Global Health, Social Sciences, or a field relevant to health systems and services research.
• Minimum 3 years of professional experience in health and social systems research.
• Demonstrated proficiency in both qualitative and quantitative research methods, with experience in ethnographic and participatory approaches. Prior experience in behavioural economics is highly advantageous.
• Possess excellent academic writing and presentation skills.
• Experience in leveraging AI tools for quantitative and qualitative data synthesis and analysis is highly advantageous.
• Possess a growth mindset and can manage multiple projects with dynamic reporting lines and multiple stakeholders.
• Embrace a decolonising mindset and the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion.
• Available for regional travel.

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Job description: Research Scientist, Chemical Development: Linker-payload synthesis for Antibody Drug Conjugates (ADCs):

• Engage in groundbreaking research and development in the field of synthetic organic chemistry, peptide chemistry.
• Investigate and explore new ideas and concepts by defining experiments in order to verify proof of principle.
• Collaborate with biologists constantly to develop novel linker-payloads for next generation Antibody-Drug Conjugates
• Collaborate closely with project team members and other cross-functional groups in the organization.
• Submit and present project updates and reports in verbal and written formats.
• Write invention disclosures and possible patent applications.
• Manage and prioritize daily assignments to ensure timely completion.
• Attend and participate in scheduled planning meetings and/or status meetings.
• Manage and maintain required reagents, laboratory environment, and equipment needed to carry out assignments.
• Adhere to safety and regulatory requirements
• Transfer new products from R&D to Manufacturing.
• Responsible for sustaining products to address customer needs
• Writing SOP and work instruction according to Quality management standards and requirements.
• Other opportunities may include possible contributions to scientific literature and presentations at conferences.

Requirements

• PhD in synthetic organic chemistry with 5 years relevant experience.
• R&D experience in multi-step small molecule synthesis, peptide synthesis
• Proficient in operating analytical equipment and applying analytical chemistry principles
• Experience with new product development is a plus
• Strong understanding of instrumentation principles and troubleshooting ability.
• Strong understanding of synthetic chemistry
• Strong understanding of Analytical chemistry principles
• Record of accomplishment should be demonstrated by publications or patents
• Demonstrated organizational skills with the ability to balance multiple tasks with different priorities
• Ability to make independent decisions and possess strong initiative
• Ability to dissect problems with strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Ability to accurately plan, define, and manage projects tasks
• Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Capable of working with multi-disciplinary teams.

Duke-NUS embodies a strategic partnership between Duke University and National University of Singapore (NUS). It works closely with the Singapore Health Services (SingHealth) cluster which is a network of national specialty disease centres, hospitals and polyclinics, to advance medicine and improve lives through cutting-edge research and education. Together, Duke-NUS and SingHealth form an Academic Medical Centre that comprises a number of academic collaborations.

The Health Services and Systems Research (HSSR) Programme at Duke-NUS is a centre of academic excellence for research and education on the organisation, funding and delivery of health services. The programme’ s focus is on public health and clinical service innovation in an increasingly complex and connected world. The selected candidate will work in Cardiovascular Health Research Services Unit established under the CArdiovascular DiseasE National Collaborative Enterprise (CADENCE) national clinical translational programme. They will perform a variety of activities relevant to the planned economic evaluations for health interventions and assist a team of health economists.

Job Description

• Perform data cleaning, handling and analysis
• Perform economic evaluations in healthcare (cost analysis, cost-effectiveness analysis, cost-utility analysis or budget impact analysis) with guidance
• Assist in drafting research abstracts and manuscripts
• Assist in preparation of PowerPoint presentations to various stakeholders
• Conduct literature reviews to evaluate the potential value of health innovations
• Assist in preparation of evaluation reports for the health economics team
• Extract data from existing databases and published literature
• Manage projects from start to end with guidance (i.e. Develop research objectives and study design, perform data extraction and data collation, conduct data modelling, perform statistical analysis and engage and collaborate with various stakeholders)
• Support secretariat and administrative functions pertaining to the health economics team at HSSR

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline. Master’s Degree in Public Health is preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of working experience with quantitative data
• Adept at working with data, including processing raw data to visualise trends and deciphering patterns and ability to handle large data sets
• Experience in various quantitative research methods preferred.
• Experience or training in health economics will be beneficial.
• Experience with R programming language, and a willingness to learn more applications
• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
• Able to work in a team, with dynamic reporting lines and multiple stakeholders
• Able to work independently with limited supervision
• Action-oriented, highly motivated and target-focused

Job Description

• Develop, validate and perform bioassays and bioanalytical assays in compliance with FDA/EMA and GLP guidelines
• Refine current method in response to changing requirements of drug development
• Prepare study plan and study data of assays performed
• Analyse and present data/results
• Document work, results, analyses and findings in laboratory notebooks or study folders as appropriate according to workflow
• Draft SOPs and study reports
• Perform literature review for various drug pipelines and assays as required
• Meet project milestones with set quality
• Ensure scientific integrity of studies conducted and reports submitted

Requirements

• BSc or MSc in biomedical science, life science or equivalent
• Prior research and development experience are required
• Proficient in mammalian cell culture and aseptic techniques is a must
• Experience in ligand binding assays mainly ELISA, cell-based assays, SDS-PAGE, western blot and reporter assays is highly desirable
• Good knowledge of cell based (potency) or ligand binding assays required in drug development process
• Proficient with office software (MS office, Teams), and familiar with statistical tools (Graphpad Prism, XLSTAT or PLA)
• Knowledge of bioassays, bioanalytics and its method validation, GLP and ISO17025 is a plus
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Superior problem solving and troubleshooting skills, attention to details
• Good interpersonal skills

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

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Job Description

The successful candidate will work with Assoc Prof Quek Su Ying on excitonic properties of layered materials under a project on Materials for Room Temperature Exciton Condensates: From Database to Laboratories.

The main responsibilities of the position include:

Using an electrostatic model combined with first principles calculations to compute the excitonic properties of selected layered materials with thicker layers.

Qualifications

• Qualifications / Discipline: Physics (PhD)
• Skills: First principles calculations, modelling
• Experience: Experience with first principles calculations in layered materials

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We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Job Description

• Support full spectrum finance duties, including but not limited to procurement, payments, accounts receivables in line with hosting institutions and grantor guidelines
• Provide grant management administration, such as grant claims, progress report’s financial reporting and other grant variation request.
• Provide administrative support, such as assets management, filing, phone enquiries, mails collections, stationery orders, etc
• Provide finance and administrative support for Annual Scientific Meeting and assist in pre and post event activities
• Assist in other finance or administrative functions as and when required by team

Qualifications

Degree in Administration, Accounting or Finance, and minimum 2 years of work experiences

• Positive working attitude, proactive and willing to learn
• Good organization and communication skills
• Experience in SAP HANA, Ariba
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office application like Excel, Word, Teams, DocuSign and online communication application is an added advantage

As an Equipment Engineer, you will own all assigned toolsets. The preferred candidate can troubleshoot difficult and poorly defined problems related to mechanics, electronics, and processes using tool knowledge/experience, SPC, schematics, and other available resources. The candidate will collaborate extensively with the area maintenance team and process engineering. Some collaboration will be with tool vendors, other area engineers/managers, procurement, and production.

Responsibilities:

• Provide technical leadership and management of 200MM and 300MM Semiconductor processing equipment in Support of Main Stream Semiconductor Processes and Advanced Packaging processes. Highly desirable for a candidate to have a background in at least one of the following areas: Photolithography, PVD and CVD Thin Films, Dry Etch, Wet Etch /Wafer Clean, Diffusion, Bond, Electroplate (ECD), CMP, or Metrology (some areas may be combined).
• Work with process engineering to drive root-cause corrective actions for equipment failures, implement permanent solutions, and eliminate chronic and long-term down events.
• Lead continuous improvement teams to drive tool matching, availability, and throughput improvements and reduce risk.
• Management of new tool installation, start-up, and tool upgrades to increase fab capability and capacity, lower costs, and improve yields.
• Work with minimal supervision, balancing competing priorities, to serve the needs of the Maintenance, Production, and Development organizations.
• Participate in cross-functional teams that create efficiencies across all layers of the organization.

Required Qualifications

• Degree / Diploma with 10+ years of relevant Semiconductor Industry Experience in Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or another relevant Engineering discipline.
• 6+ years of experience within the respective areas of expertise. Experience should include one or more: Semiconductor Wafer Handling, RF Power, High Vacuum, Toxic Gas Delivery systems, Precision Optics, and Wet Chemistry.
• Demonstrated experience with the application of structured problem-solving methodology.
• Positive interpersonal skills, highly energetic and self-motivated.
• Demonstrated ability to meet requirements and deliver results.
• Ability to manage and execute multiple projects simultaneously and shift priorities to meet business needs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor of Science/Engineering in Mechanical, Electrical or Chemical Engineering or Materials Science, Physics or other relevant Engineering discipline.
• Semiconductor Wafer Handling, RF Power, High Vacuum, Toxic Gas Delivery systems, Precision Optics, Wet Chemistry.
• Positive interpersonal skills, highly energetic and self-motivated.
• Experience with Automated Fault Detection and Classification Systems (FDC).
• Strong background with utilizing SPC.
• High level of understanding of equipment component behaviour.
• Experience Integrating Equipment Maintenance Management Software

Job Description

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.
• Work with 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.

Please attach a cover letter and a CV, with names and contact information of 3 referees. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. We regret that only shortlisted applicants will be notified.

As an Equipment Engineer, you will own all assigned toolsets. The preferred candidate can troubleshoot difficult and poorly defined problems related to mechanics, electronics, and processes using tool knowledge/experience, SPC, schematics, and other available resources. The candidate will collaborate extensively with the area maintenance team and process engineering. Some collaboration will be with tool vendors, other area engineers/managers, procurement, and production.

Responsibilities:

• Provide technical leadership and management of 200MM and 300MM Semiconductor processing equipment in Support of Main Stream Semiconductor Processes and Advanced Packaging processes. Highly desirable for a candidate to have a background in at least one of the following areas: Photolithography, PVD and CVD Thin Films, Dry Etch, Wet Etch /Wafer Clean, Diffusion, Bond, Electroplate (ECD), CMP, or Metrology (some areas may be combined).
• Work with process engineering to drive root-cause corrective actions for equipment failures, implement permanent solutions, and eliminate chronic and long-term down events.
• Lead continuous improvement teams to drive tool matching, availability, and throughput improvements and reduce risk.
• Management of new tool installation, start-up, and tool upgrades to increase fab capability and capacity, lower costs, and improve yields.
• Work with minimal supervision, balancing competing priorities, to serve the needs of the Maintenance, Production, and Development organizations.
• Participate in cross-functional teams that create efficiencies across all layers of the organization.

Required Qualifications

• Degree / Diploma with 10+ years of relevant Semiconductor Industry Experience in Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or another relevant Engineering discipline.
• 6+ years of experience within the respective areas of expertise. Experience should include one or more: Semiconductor Wafer Handling, RF Power, High Vacuum, Toxic Gas Delivery systems, Precision Optics, and Wet Chemistry.
• Demonstrated experience with the application of structured problem-solving methodology.
• Positive interpersonal skills, highly energetic and self-motivated.
• Demonstrated ability to meet requirements and deliver results.
• Ability to manage and execute multiple projects simultaneously and shift priorities to meet business needs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor of Science/Engineering in Mechanical, Electrical or Chemical Engineering or Materials Science, Physics or other relevant Engineering discipline.
• Semiconductor Wafer Handling, RF Power, High Vacuum, Toxic Gas Delivery systems, Precision Optics, Wet Chemistry.
• Positive interpersonal skills, highly energetic and self-motivated.
• Experience with Automated Fault Detection and Classification Systems (FDC).
• Strong background with utilizing SPC.
• High level of understanding of equipment component behaviour.
• Experience Integrating Equipment Maintenance Management Software

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 Summary

The Haematological Malignancy Genomics Laboratory, led by Professor Chng Wee Joo, focuses on using advanced genomics and proteomics methods to study the clinical and biological complexities of haematological malignancies such as multiple myeloma (MM), acute myeloid leukemia (AML), and NK/T-cell lymphoma (NKTL). This translational research program aims to discover diagnostic markers, identify novel therapeutic targets, and uncover molecular mechanisms of disease, advancing our understanding of cancer pathogenesis and potential treatments.

We are seeking a Research Assistant to support ongoing research in murine models. This role involves assisting in studies on mouse models to validate discoveries in haematological malignancies, with a focus on preclinical validation of novel therapeutic targets, therapeutic resistance mechanisms, and biomarker identification. This is a hands-on laboratory position requiring proficiency in animal handling, genotyping, and familiarity with experimental protocols involving mouse models.

Job Description

• Animal Model Handling:
  Conduct routine handling and care of laboratory mice, ensuring adherence to ethical and welfare standards.
  Support experimental setups in mouse models to study disease pathogenesis, progression, and therapeutic responses in haematologic malignancies.
  Perform injections, tissue sampling, and necropsies as required for experiments.
• Data Collection and Analysis:
  Assist in collecting and processing biological samples (e.g., blood, tissue) from mouse models for downstream molecular analyses.
  Maintain accurate records of experiments, data collection, and sample inventory in a clinical database for integrated bioinformatics analysis.
• Genomic and Proteomic Support:
  Assist in sample preparation for genomics and proteomics studies, including DNA/RNA extraction and preparation for sequencing and protein assays.
  Support preclinical validation of molecular markers and therapeutic targets identified from genomic studies.
• Laboratory Support and Maintenance:
  Ensure lab equipment related to mouse work is well-maintained and calibrated.
  Follow all safety protocols and maintain a clean, organized work environment.
  Assist in the maintenance of a comprehensive tissue bank, ensuring high-quality source material is available for research.
• Collaboration and Reporting:
  Collaborate closely with senior researchers, assisting in the analysis of data from mouse models.
  Report findings and observations to the research team and contribute to discussions on the impact of preclinical findings on clinical applications.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Sciences, Molecular Biology, or a related field.
• Prior experience in laboratory animal handling, preferably with mouse models.
• Experience in haematological research or genomics/proteomics is an advantage.
• Knowledge of standard laboratory procedures for working with mouse models.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to maintain accurate data records.
• Familiarity with molecular biology techniques such as DNA/RNA extraction, PCR, and Western blotting.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work collaboratively within a research team.

Job Purpose :

• Assist the teachers in planning, developing, delivering and evaluating appropriate individualized educational services, learning programmes and instructions for special needs students in both self-contained and integrated settings.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist teachers in managing students in classrooms and in community-based activities
• Supervise and assist individual or small groups of students in activities/educational tasks set by teachers
• Assist teachers in preparation of instructional materials and/or classroom environment for lessons
• Provide support for students with MID, Autism and other developmental disabilities. Priority is to support these students to develop skills to enhance personal care and independence, and support daily lessons/activities in and beyond the classroom including student profiling.
• Work with functional committees to plan and implement school-wide educational and recreational programmes.
• Collaborate and consult with allied professionals, parents/caregivers and external agencies to ensure quality support and well-being of students.

Job Requirements:

• Minimum GCE “N” level, NITEC, polytechnic diploma or equivalent
• Possess good Time Management, Problem Solving and Decision Making and Effective Oral and Written Communications Skills.
• Possess prior experience educating persons with Mild Intellectual Disabilities (MID)
• Possess working knowledge of educational technology applications
• Experience in diagnosing and assessing learning disorders
• Proven effective classroom and student behaviour management skills
• Knowledge of current special education practices and methodologies