JOB DESCRIPTION

We are seeking to recruit a highly motivated Research Fellow to investigate the rules in cancer antigen discovery, towards therapeutic and preventive therapy. Project involves mass spectrometry, immunology and computation. The ideal candidate need not specialise in all three aspects, but should be technically strong in at least one of these areas.

JOB REQUIREMENT

• Ph.D. in Immunology or Cell Biology or Biochemistry or Mass Spectrometry.
• Expertise in T-cell engineering highly preferred.
• Interested in data and computation.
• Solid publication record and strong scientific writing skills.
• Strong motivation and energy to lead project.
• Good organisational, verbal and interpersonal skills.
• Need to be a team player.
• Keen to learn

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

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

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

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Job Description

About the Centre for Research in Health Systems Performance (CRiHSP)

Optimizing the performance of health systems is essential to ensuring the wellbeing and longevity of populations worldwide. Singapore is particularly well placed to lead research in this field as its health system has been consistently ranked as one of the best in the world based in independent evaluation with the Global Burden of Disease data. The new Centre for Research in Health Systems Performance (CRiHSP) aims to advance research in this area within the Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine of the National University of Singapore (NUS) as the leading centre for research in health systems in Asia with the following core functions:

1. Research: empirical and methodological research and evidence synthesis on health systems performance with a particular focus on Value Based Healthcare.
2. Health policy intelligence: health policy impact analysis aimed at policy makers, service providers, researchers, and the wider public.
3. Capacity building: formal postgraduate programme (from certificates to PhD), fellowships, mentoring, on-the- job and ad hoc training
4. Contributing to improving NUHS performance: expert advice on the development, implementation, and evaluation of flagship initiatives (including Healthier SG) aimed at making step changes in NUHS performance, and programme evaluation

The multidisciplinary team of researchers in health systems (health services and policy researchers, data scientists, social scientists, and others), and administrators working in CRiHSP will provide an exciting and dynamic place in which people of diverse backgrounds collaborate towards the common goal of achieving excellence in Health Systems Research. The team will further benefit from a significant expansion in related fields and collaborations with the Department of family Medicine at the National University Health System (NUHS), the new Centre for Sustainable Medicine (CoSM) and the Centre for Behavioural and Implementation Sciences Interventions (BISI) at the School of Medicine and the Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health.

Job Responsibilities

The Research Associate will have the following duties:

• Contribution to the management of research activities including grant and IRB/DSRB applications, budgeting, planning and monitoring project timelines and generally support project management and coordination and liaising with internal and external stakeholders
• Conduct literature reviews, including collation and synthesis of the literature
• Support the design, data collection, analysis and interpretation of qualitative interviews and focus groups
• Contribute to and lead (where appropriate) protocol, manuscript and report timely writing, editing and submission.
• Present work for feedback and dissemination at workshops or conferences locally and/or internationally

The post holder will be expected to be flexible in their role as the CRiHSP´s capacity evolves.

NUS offers highly competitive remuneration packages. The successful applicant will be offered an annual salary plus benefits commensurate with his or her qualifications, experience and expertise and may have access to travel support to disseminate research outcomes at international academic conferences.

The position is full-time for 1 year in the first instance, depending on project commitments and candidate’s career objectives. Start date is flexible, with the position expected to commence in the first half of 2024.

Qualifications

About you

Applicants will be evaluated based on the following selection criteria:

Qualifications

• Masters in Life Sciences, Health & Social Sciences

Experience

• Experience in planning, managing and implementing healthcare-related research projects, from conception to completion, in a University setting (essential) - Demonstrated experience in using a range qualitative research methods (essential)
  - Track record of publishing in international peer-reviewed journals (desirable)
  - Researchers with existing research activities related to Value Based Health Care, patient reported outcomes or patient reported experiences of care are particularly encouraged to apply
  

Skills

Skills and Personal Attributes:

• Strong communication skills in English, both written and spoken (essential)
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team (essential)
• Highly developed problem-solving skills and adept at managing complex problems (essential)
• Outcome-orientation with excellent organizational and project management skills, and attention to detail (essential)
• Ability to work with culturally diverse populations (essential)

Interested candidates should submit a detailed CV (personal particulars, academic and employment history, full list of publications, contacts details of three (3) referees) and cover letter outlining their motivation and suitability for the project addressing each of the criteria outlined above to this job portal. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis until a suitable candidate is found.

The application should include a CV and a cover letter that describes the applicant’s specific interest in joining the team. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Informal enquiries can be made to Prof Jose M Valderas at [email protected].

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

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

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Job Description

We are seeking a motivated and innovative Postdoctoral Research Fellow to join our team. The successful candidate will contribute to the development of advanced exhaust treatment catalyst materials and devices for ammonia (NH₃) combustion engines. This role involves cutting-edge research at the intersection of catalysis, materials science, and environmental engineering, aimed at enhancing the efficiency and sustainability of NH₃-based combustion technologies.
Key Responsibilities:

1. Design and synthesize novel catalyst materials for exhaust treatment in NH₃ combustion engines.
2. Evaluate the catalytic performance under realistic exhaust conditions, focusing on activity, selectivity, and durability.
3. Develop integrated catalyst-device systems for optimal emission control and reduction of harmful byproducts.
4. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including materials scientists, chemical engineers, and environmental researchers.
5. Utilize advanced characterization techniques (e.g., electron microscopy, spectroscopy) to analyze catalyst structures and performance.
6. Optimize catalyst formulations and device configurations to meet regulatory and performance standards.
7. Prepare high-impact research publications, patents, and technical reports.
8. Present findings at scientific conferences and contribute to grant proposals for continued research.

Qualifications

Educational Qualification:

• A Ph.D. in Heterogeneous Catalysis, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or a closely related field.

Technical Expertise:

• Highly skilled in catalyst design, synthesis, and characterization.
• Extensive experience with high-end electron microscopy techniques, including but not limited to aberration-corrected TEM/STEM, EELS, and in situ/operando methods.

Professional Experience:

• Proven track record of extensive hands-on experience in heterogeneous catalysis research.
• Demonstrated ability to tackle complex scientific challenges and deliver innovative solutions.

Personal Attributes:

• Strong team spirit, with the ability to collaborate effectively across interdisciplinary teams.
• Optimistic and forward-thinking, with a solution-driven approach to problem-solving.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently while managing multiple tasks and deadlines.

Communication and Collaboration:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong ability to present research findings in academic and industry settings.

Research Excellence:

• A record of publishing high-quality research articles in peer-reviewed journals.
• Experience with preparing technical reports, patents, or grant proposals 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:

The Role

We are looking for a Research Fellow who will be responsible for undertaking in-depth research and innovation in machine learning, data science, and artificial intelligence on natural language processing for information extraction and knowledge discovery that lead to publications in top-tier international conferences and journals, as well as real-world implementations.

Responsibilities:

• Develop new concepts and algorithms in data science, machine learning, and artificial intelligence for natural language processing with a focus on knowledge-graph approaches to address the data integrity issues, information extraction from user conversation data and dialog tree generation;
• Be up-to-date on state-of-the-art methodologies in related technical fields and application domains;
• Develop ideas for application of research outcomes;
• Contribute to knowledge exchange activities with external partners and collaborators

Requirements

• A PhD in Computer Science, with specialization related to natural language processing, machine learning, data mining, artificial intelligence or databases;
• Proven ability to conduct independent research with a strong and relevant publication record;
• Prior experience in knowledge graphs, information extraction, dialog tree generation and knowledge discovery using state-of-the-art NLP approaches.
• Experience with deep learning-based information retrieval, and/or deep generative natural language approaches for conversation AI would be a plus;
• Excellent interpersonal communication and presentation skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• The successful candidate will be expected to help manage our mouse colony (implementing and managing complex breeding regimes, weaning, time-pregnancies, surgeries, tail clipping etc.).
• The candidate will be expected to perform these tasks independently after the requisite training has been given.
• In addition, candidate will assist research fellows with performing standard lab work and experimental mouse procedures, including tissue processing, histology and cell culture, as well as contributing to general lab tasks.

Key Requirements:

• Degree in Biological Science and Life Science disciplines or equivalent.
• Prior experience in working with mice is highly advantageous, but not essential.
• Successful candidates should have a passionate enthusiasm for research, be self-motivated, highly organized, enjoy working as a team and have good communication skills.

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

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

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Job Description

The successful candidate will work with Assoc Prof Cai Zhenning on Numerical Simulation of Open Quantum Systems under a project on "Long-time Simulation of Open Quantum Systems for Spin Chains and Non-Relativistic Particles".

The main responsibilities of the position include:

1. Develop algorithms and write scientific papers for the research project.
2. Attend regular group meetings and present his research work.
3. Collaborate with other colleagues and students in the research group.

Qualifications / Discipline:

• PhD degree in Applied/Computational Mathematics

Skills:

• C/C++ and MATLAB programming languages, knowledge in partial differential equations and quantum mechanics.

Experience:

• At least two years of research experience in scientific computing

Sequential has developed the world’s first at-home skin test, that deeply analyses your skin genetics and skin microbiome. Giving you a complete picture of what you’re born with (genetics) and the environment you are in (the microbiome). https://www.sequentialskin.com/.

We have a great opportunity for a laboratory technician role to join Sequential team.The core functions of this role are to assist in the daily operation of our Molecular Biology team. These functions include performing accurate molecular-based testing, develop and validate molecualr assays.

Key duties include:

• Assist in conducting laboratory experiments related to skin microbiome analysis, including sample collection, DNA extraction, and microbial culture.
• Support senior researchers in performing molecular techniques such as qPCR, DNA sequencing, and microbiome analysis.
• Help in managing and maintaining laboratory equipment and inventory.
• Contribute to data collection, organization, and initial analysis.
• Maintain accurate and detailed laboratory records.
• Provide support in preparing reports, documentation, and presentations.
• Stay updated on basic microbiome and molecular biology techniques.

Qualifications:

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology, Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, or a related field.
• Familiarity with basic laboratory techniques such as pipetting, sample handling, and microbiology protocols.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Eagerness to learn and work in a team-oriented environment.
• Basic computer skills for data entry and record-keeping.

Experience

• Hands-on experience on performing DNA-based test, e.g. DNA extraction, PCR and qPCR.
• Practical knowledge of basic microbiological handling techniques is highly preferred.

Attributes

• Aseptic techniques to avoid the potential for contamination are a must.
• Good time management skills are a must, in order to keep up with the pace of a busy production environment.
• Proven ability to work efficiently without close supervision.
• Act with integrity at all times and maintain a high standard of work.
• Willing to learn and have a “can-do attitude”.
• Able to take initiative, and work in a fair and responsible way.
• Can communicate clearly and effectively across multiple teams.

A Research Officer position is available in Dr. Anand Andiappan Lab at the Singapore Immunology Network (SIgN). The RO position is to support the research work of the team that focuses on studying the role of immune system in eczema and allergies. The candidate will work on primary cells from cohorts and cell culture systems towards understanding immune pathophysiology of disease. Additional work involves cellular and stimulation assays with flow cytometry and FACS analysis along with imaging by confocal microscopy, and associated data analysis with statistical tested.

Job Duties:

• Managing safety in the lab
• Creating SOPs and lab risk assessments
• Maintaining lab inventories
• Perform other lab administrative duties and operations such as ordering and tracking lab budget
• Experience with human and mouse blood/tissue sample handling and processing (e.g. isolation of specific immune cell population) and knowledge of immune cell biology is encouraged
• Experience with flow cytometry analysis for different immune cell population and functional immune assays will be an advantage

Job Requirements:

• Degree in Immunology, Life sciences, Biomedical sciences, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology or equivalent
• Preferably with experience in molecular biology techniques, immunology, cancer cell biology, cell culture and flow cytometry
• Precise, detailed-oriented and able to follow complex protocols
• Willing to learn new experimental procedures and troubleshoot assays
• Good team player with good interpersonal skills
• Good spoken and written communication skills
• Candidates are expected to be highly motivated to work in research and able to perform tasks independently.

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

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

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

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Job Description

The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the National University of Singapore is recruiting a post-doctoral research fellow. The successful candidate will work on reliability analysis of a floating tidal-wave energy system. Candidates with expertise in reliability analysis and dynamic analysis of floating structures are preferred.

Job Requirements

• Possess a recognised PhD degree in offshore engineering, or a related discipline.
• Strong writing and communication skills
• Good publication record is advantageous
• 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

This is an administrative position in the Research Office. The Research Office supports grant management, research agreement review, the Departmental Ethical Review Committee and other research administrative functions.

Duties & Responsibilities
Working under the direction of the Vice Dean (Research) and the Manager of the Research Office, the Senior Executive/Assistant Manager will be part of the team to support the core duties of the Research Office:

a) Grant Administration
- Advise researchers on grant guidelines and requirements.
- Provide administration support to researchers throughout the entire grant cycle from grant application, grant awarding, budget and expenses tracking, reporting of project status and project closure.
- Be the point of contact between researchers and various administration departments to support the management of research projects.
- Manage grant calls and be the liaison person to the funding agencies.

b) Research Agreement
- Support researchers to draft, review, negotiate and execute research agreements, working closely with researchers, collaborators and internal and external legal offices.

c) Departmental Ethics Review Committee (DERC) Secretariat

- Provide ethics review from reviewing applications, communicating feedback, reviewing amendments to processing review outcomes.
- Organise DERC meetings and keep records of DERC's reviews and outcomes.

d) Research Office
- Organise research seminars and meetings.
- Report research metrics for the School and researchers.

Qualifications

• Applicants are expected to have at least a Bachelor degree from a recognized institution.
• Preferably with at least 2 years of experience in an administrative position within the academic, research or healthcare sector.
• Candidates with experience in research administration, grant management, agreement review, research ethics, research compliance or database management will be at an advantage. Fresh graduates with some research experience may be considered.
• A team player with effective problem-solving skills and excellent communication skills to perform well in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to take initiative to learn on the job and manage various responsibilities.

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 researcher will assist PI in developing innovative algorithms to model and predict the failures in the spatial temporal distributed systems. Programming is required, with skills in scientific computing.

Job Requirements

At least 3-4 years experience in research; track records in publishing top research paper; experience in programming

A Research Officer position is available in Dr. Anand Andiappan Lab at the Singapore Immunology Network (SIgN). The RO position is to support the research work of the team that focuses on studying the role of immune system in eczema and allergies. The candidate will work on primary cells from cohorts and cell culture systems towards understanding immune pathophysiology of disease. Additional work involves cellular and stimulation assays with flow cytometry and FACS analysis along with imaging by confocal microscopy, and associated data analysis with statistical tested.

Job Duties:

• Managing safety in the lab
• Creating SOPs and lab risk assessments
• Maintaining lab inventories
• Perform other lab administrative duties and operations such as ordering and tracking lab budget
• Experience with human and mouse blood/tissue sample handling and processing (e.g. isolation of specific immune cell population) and knowledge of immune cell biology is encouraged
• Experience with flow cytometry analysis for different immune cell population and functional immune assays will be an advantage

Job Requirements:

• Degree in Immunology, Life sciences, Biomedical sciences, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology or equivalent
• Preferably with at least 5 years experience in molecular biology techniques, immunology, cancer cell biology, cell culture and flow cytometry
• Precise, detailed-oriented and able to follow complex protocols
• Willing to learn new experimental procedures and troubleshoot assays
• Good team player with good interpersonal skills
• Good spoken and written communication skills
• Candidates are expected to be highly motivated to work in research and able to perform tasks independently.

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 seeking a highly motivated individual to join our dynamic research team. Our research focus is on understanding the functions of endomembrane contacts using fission yeast Schizosaccharomyces pombe and on applying basic findings to studies of human fungal pathogens (C. albicans and C. aruis), aiming to develop strategies for disease prevention. The successful candidate will support maintaining lab infrastructure and research studies.

Requirements:

• MSc / BSc (Honors) in Biological Sciences or related fields
• Experience with protein work or lipid biology is an advantage
• Highly motivated and able to work independently
• Interested in science and willingness to pursue graduate study is preferred

Salary and benefits are commensurable to educational qualifications and working experience of the candidates. Benefits include annual leave, medical and flexi-benefits, etc.

Interested individuals should send their applications (including a cover letter, curriculum vitae with at least two references to:

Dr ZHANG Dan

Principal Investigator

Temasek Life Sciences Laboratory Limited

Email: [email protected]

(Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be notified)

If you are passionate about making a difference in public health and have the necessary qualifications, welcome to join us. We are seeking a highly motivated individual to join our dynamic research team to work on Aedes mosquito-related projects and develop innovative vector control methods. The successful candidate will work on Wolbachia-related experiments using molecular, cellular, and genetic tools. A capable candidate may also have the opportunity to lead their own research project.

Requirements:

· MSc / BSc (Honors) in Biological Sciences or related fields.

· Basic training in molecular biology and biochemistry.

· Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a research team.

· Strong organizational and communication skills.

Salary and benefits are commensurable to the educational qualifications and working experience of the candidate. Benefits include annual leave, medical and flexi-benefits, etc.

Interested individuals should send their applications (including a cover letter, curriculum vitae and two recommendation letters) to:

Dr CAI Yu

Senior Principal Investigator

Temasek Life Sciences Laboratory Limited

Email: [email protected]

(Please note 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.

The Role

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

This role is ideally suited for those wishing to work in academic or industry research in the financial sector, particularly in the area of portfolio allocation and stock selections. The responsibilities of the role will include designing and developing frameworks to evaluate corporate investment decisions and project valuations.

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

Duties and Responsibilities

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

• Design research projects in close collaboration with the Institute’s Directors (Prof. Sumit Agarwal / A.Prof Johan Sulaeman / A.Prof Weina Zhang) and Research Affiliates
• Take ownership and responsibility for the successful delivery of research projects, ensuring they are completed within the required deadline and allocated budget, and meeting/exceeding project specifications and targets
• Participate in pre-project activities such as identifying required resources to ensure project completion including staffing and organizational needs of the project team, and preparing high-level project plans with project timeline and resource requirements
• Development of research hypotheses
• Plan and perform the development of valuation framework and advanced analytical tools connecting stock market information to corporate information
• Contribute to the development of fundamental valuation models that consider various business operational activities
• Monitor progress of research projects and provide necessary interventions to ensure smooth completion of each project
• Manage and coordinate project deliverables, ensuring their quality
• Manage industry partners’ expectation by understanding their needs and providing realistic expectations and scope of each project
• Manage the collaborations with research and industry stakeholders, including providing periodic progress updates and deliverables for grant funding body or project sponsors
• Preparation of results for industry communications, presentations, and academic articles for journal publications
• Guide and mentor research associates and analysts on the project team
• Work closely with the rest of the SGFIN team to support SGFIN’s activities and objectives

Requirements

• Academic background in the following subjects is preferred: finance, economics, accounting, business, strategy, or related disciplines. A bachelor’s degree is required, a master’s degree in one of these subjects is preferred, with a PhD degree required for the Research Fellow position.
• Basic understanding of financial sector (banks and other financial institutions), financial markets, corporate financial statements, and credit risk analysis, is required.
• A thorough knowledge of the research field of asset pricing, portfolio investments, and/or corporate valuations is highly preferred.
• Quantitative analytical and/or financial econometric skills are highly desired, along with experience with empirical and theoretical research methods, including developing conceptual frameworks and models.
• Good time management and planning skills with a commitment to delivery.
• Strong project management skills, with ability to manage several projects concurrently.
• Strong delivery management experience, with proven track records in managing and steering projects towards smooth execution and on time delivery.
• Adaptive to change with a positive work attitude.
• Enthusiastic team player who is self-driven, committed, and willing to take initiative.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills, effective in coordinating stakeholders, fostering teamwork, and leading high performance project team.
• Excellent verbal and interpersonal communication skills, along with strong written communication skills.

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

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

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Job Description

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

The perspective Research Assistant positions are to develop:

1. Understanding the mechanism of Li-mediated NRR and Ca-mediated NRR
2. Exploring novel methods for nitrogen activation under mild conditions
3. Ammonia electro-oxidation and decomposition

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

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

Applicants should send those materials (CV, cover letter, and 3 representative papers) in the form of a PDF document to the NUS Career Portal. Please indicate "Research Assistant application, Name" in the subject of the email and submit all application materials in English.

Qualifications

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

Role Summary/Purpose

To support the advertising sales team by providing audience data and insights, to help with revenue generation. You can look forward to work in a world-class global media organisation and learn how data gets translated into meaningful insights that support the wider team in sales pitches and measuring campaign performance.

Your responsibilities may span the following areas:

• Analysing audience data, presenting them in the form of meaningful charts & slides to support the Advertising Sales pitch process.
• Monitoring campaigns’ performance, prepare post campaign performance reports for advertising clients, spanning TV, Digital and Social channels.
• Conducting desktop research, identify trends and developments for a wide range of industries (eg. luxury, travel, B2B tech).

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

• Act as a Finance Business Partner to the designated Research Centre/ Institutes within the cluster and provide strategic support to its management and budget holders by proactively monitoring financial activities and financial reporting specific to the Institutes, and clearly communicating results of the analyses.
• Provide financial and business advisories to the Institutes that are critical to the decision-making purposes and ensure compliance with University’s financial policies and procedures, and funding agencies’ terms & conditions / guidelines.
• Foster and maintain a regular working relationship within the Institutes, central shared services teams, and other functional partners.

Duties & Responsibilities:
Financial Management and Oversight

• Ensure smooth day-to-day financial operations of the Research Centre (RCE) / Institutes (RICs) within the cluster, including exercising financial control over budget expenditure, revenue collection and financial reporting.
• Drive the annual budget and forecast exercises by coordinating all movements of budget, ensuring timely submission of budgets to central teams.
• Participate in strategic meetings and budget planning sessions with the Institutes’ management, providing valuable financial insights to aid decision-making.
• Partner closely with Institutes to guide cost-efficiency initiatives and offer expertise in implementing resource optimization strategies, leading to a reduction in operational expenses.
• Analyse Institutes’ financial positions and funding status, offer insights and recommendations for periodic reporting to the Institutes’ management for decision-making processes.
• Prepare and present financial performance reports to the Institutes’ Governing Board/ Strategic Board, etc, ensuring clarity and accuracy of information.

Grant and Fund Management

• Partner closely with Institutes (as host institution) for effective grant administration, provide financial guidance throughout the grant lifecycle and facilitate budget allocation for various projects and funding sources, to enhance the host institute’s financial stability and research pursuits.
• Collaborate with budget owners to manage grants / funds and proactively identify issues for timely solutions and ensure optimal utilisation of funds.
• Ensure full understanding and compliance with the terms and conditions of the grants as predetermined in the signed letter of awards / agreements.
• Oversee grant claim statements preparation and timely submission to funding agencies, including liaison with auditors and fulfilment of audit requirements, and prompt response to queries for a smooth and timely audit fieldwork.
• Work collaboratively with the Institutes’ stakeholders and central shared services teams during financial year-end closing and grants’ closing activities to ensure all legitimate transactions are properly recorded and all financial reports are accurately prepared.

Governance, Controls and Compliance

• Ensure compliance with related tax filing matters including GST, withholding tax and taxable benefits for personal claims.
• Timely perform Risk Control Matrix (RCM) testing and address anomalies to mitigate financial risks, and ensure certification sign-off by Institute’s HOA before the financial year’s closing deadline.
• Liaise with internal auditors on all internal audit matters, where required.
• Coordinate and oversee the annual fixed assets verification exercise of the designated Institutes. Work collaboratively with Institutes’ stakeholders to ensure compliance with the verification procedures and maintain accurate records of fixed assets.

Leadership

• Execute plans and strategies outlined by Cluster Lead, ensuring that team goals align with the broader NUS / research finance cluster objectives.
• Resolve operational issues and challenges, making decisions with defined parameters and escalating complex issues when necessary.
• Monitor individual and team performance, offering feedback and support for continuous improvement

Process Improvement and Stakeholder Communication

• Proactively engage with Institutes’ stakeholders to understand their needs, challenges and goals.
• Provide guidance and updates to stakeholders on finance policies, guidelines and procedures, as and when required.
• Identify opportunities to develop guidelines and streamline financial processes for operational efficiency and resource optimization.
• Lead change initiatives such as projects, system implementation and other assignments as may be directed from time to time.
• Undertake ad-hoc tasks as requested by Institutes or assigned by Cluster lead.

Qualifications

• Accounting Degree/ACCA or equivalent with at least 10 years of relevant working experience
• Exposure to grant budgets, funding agencies’ regulations and financial compliance requirements in a research or education environment will be advantageous
• Technically competent with up-to-date knowledge of accounting / audit standards and practices
• Ability to quickly learn and grasp the implications of terms and conditions for each managed grant
• Highly stakeholder service-focused and strong in communication skills with the ability to build positive working relations and work collaboratively with people at all levels
• Highly analytical with exceptional problem-solving and organisational skills
• Self-motivated individual and able to work with minimal supervision in a dynamic environment with competing demands for resources
• A keen sense of ownership and accountability, and act with a sense of urgency to meet tight deadlines
• Proficient in using MS Office and has relevant experience in SAP accounting system and flexibility to adapt new software applications, where applicable

Location: Singapore
Department: Research & Development (R&D)
Reports to: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Employment Type: Full-Time

KEY Responsibilities:

1. Research & Innovation:

• Lead research initiatives focused on underwater robotics, including navigation, machine learning algorithms, and sensor integration.
• Drive innovation to enhance the performance, autonomy, and efficiency of Roverclean and future robotic products.
• Stay ahead of industry trends, emerging technologies, and advancements in underwater robotics.

2. Product Development:

• Oversee the development and improvement of Alicia Bots’ underwater robotic systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including software, mechanical, and electrical engineers, to ensure seamless integration of robotics solutions.
• Evaluate technical feasibility and scalability of proposed robotic solutions.

3. Team Leadership:

• Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing team of robotics engineers and researchers.
• Foster a collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Provide technical guidance and ensure team alignment with company goals.

4. Strategic Planning:

• Develop and execute a long-term R&D strategy for underwater robotics in alignment with company objectives.
• Define research priorities, set milestones, and monitor project timelines and deliverables.

5. Collaboration & Partnerships:

• Build strategic partnerships with academic institutions, research labs, and technology partners.
• Represent the company at industry conferences, workshops, and technical forums.

6. Technical Documentation:

• Ensure accurate and thorough technical documentation for all research projects and product developments.
• Prepare technical papers, reports, and patents where applicable.

Qualifications & Experience:

Education:

• Bachelor's or Master’s in Robotics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field with a focus on underwater systems or marine technology.

Experience:

• Minimum 5-10 years of experience in underwater robotics research or robotics product development.
• Proven track record of leading R&D teams and delivering successful robotic systems or projects.
• Experience with underwater navigation systems, sonar technologies, and AI/ML integration in robotic systems.
• Previous experience in the maritime, offshore, or defense industries is preferred.

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in robotics control systems, underwater communication systems, and sensor technologies.
• Strong programming skills in languages like C++, Python, or ROS (Robot Operating System).

Soft Skills:

• Strong leadership and mentoring abilities.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical thinking skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments and international teams.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• A dynamic and innovative work environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth and technical leadership.

Exposure to cutting-edge maritime technologies and global industry leaders.

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

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

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Job Description

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

Research Assistant for Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health

The Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health (SSHSPH) at the National University of Singapore (NUS) is recruiting a full-time, experienced research assistant to model the impact and cost-effectiveness of contact-transmissible infectious diseases. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research, collaborate with a team of experts, and work on other infectious disease analyses.

Job scope:
• To undertake high-quality research, including contributing to drafting major grant proposals and/or leading in drafting small grant proposals;
• To develop and extend mathematical and economic models of contact-transmissible infectious diseases.
• To support ethics applications;
• To contribute to peer-reviewed publications and other outputs, including as lead author;
• To collaborate with modellers, economists, and epidemiologists at NUS and other institutions.
• Contribute to drafting grant proposals and co-authoring publications.
• To review the latest research on contact-transmissible infectious diseases regularly.
• To disseminate research findings through presentations at international conferences and meetings with key partners (e.g., WHO).
• To contribute to the broader research community through journal and grant reviews.
• To participate in mandatory NUS training and keep abreast of advancements in research methods.

Requirements:
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Statistics, Biostatistics, Engineering, Economics, Pharmacy, Public Health, or Computer Science.
• Experience with quantitative research, preferably related to infectious disease modelling.
• Strong analytical and data management skills using electronic medical records, clinical trials, and observational data.
• Experience with statistical software (e.g., R) and programming languages (e.g., R, C/C++, Python).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Strong organizational skills and time management.

The following knowledge and experience would be advantageous:
• Experience contributing to research grant applications.
• Experience with teaching and assessment (desirable but not essential).
• Experience with epidemiological modelling of infectious diseases (especially sexually transmitted diseases).
• Experience with data analysis using statistical inference techniques.
• Experience with health economic evaluations.
• Experience with parallel and/or high-performance computing.

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

Interested applicants are invited to apply directly at our NUS career portal and submit the following documents by 15 Feb 2025:
a. Cover letter highlighting career goals and relevant experience
b. Curriculum Vitae, containing details of three named referees

For further enquiries, please contact Dr Kiesha Prem ([email protected]).

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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

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

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Job Description

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

The perspective Research Assistant positions are to develop:

1. Understanding the mechanism of Li-mediated NRR and Ca-mediated NRR
2. Exploring novel methods for nitrogen activation under mild conditions
3. Ammonia electro-oxidation and decomposition

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

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

Applicants should send those materials (CV, cover letter, and 3 representative papers) in the form of a PDF document to the NUS Career Portal. Please indicate " Research Assistant application, Name" in the subject of the email and submit all application materials in English.

Qualifications

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

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

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

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Job Description

The successful candidate will work with Dr LIU Shi on synthesizing and characterizing GPCR-targeting cyclic peptides.

The main responsibilities of the position include:
1. Structure-guided design of GPCR-targeting cyclic peptides
2. Conducting cellular assays to test the activities of cyclic peptides

Qualifications

• Qualifications / Discipline: Bachelor/Master degree in Chemistry, Biology, or relevant majors

• Skills: Experienced in organic synthesis and/or biochemical experiments

• Experience: Experienced in organic synthesis and/or biochemical experiments

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

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

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Job Description

The successful candidate will work with Dr Gloryn Chia on investigating the interactions between immune cells and cancer cells.

The main responsibilities of the position include
1. Perform or assist in research such as cell culture and molecular biology
2. Lab maintenance
3. Safety lead

We are seeking a motivated Research Officer with experience in cell culture (organoids culture) and molecular biology work. Our team aims to engineer cells to develop immunotherapeutic strategies to target refractory cancer types.

Qualifications

Qualifications / Discipline:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Life Sciences or other relevant disciplines.

Skills:

• Competency in standard molecular biology and cell culture techniques.
• Demonstrates independence and willingness to learn new techniques.
• Good communication skills and team player.

Experience:

• Experience in cell culture and molecular biology (e.g. PCR, cloning, flow cytometry, western blot, etc.) will be advantageous.

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

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

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

About the Centre for Quantum Technologies (CQT)

The Centre for Quantum Technologies (CQT) in Singapore brings together physicists, computer scientists and engineers to do basic research on quantum physics and to build devices based on quantum phenomena. Experts in this new discipline of quantum technologies are applying their discoveries in computing, communications, and sensing.
CQT is hosted by the National University of Singapore. The Centre also has staff at the Agency for Science, Technology and Research, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore, and the Singapore University of Technology and Design. With some 200 staff and students, it offers a friendly and international work environment

Learn more about CQT at www.quantumlah.org

Job Description

The Centre for Quantum Technologies (CQT), National University of Singapore is looking for researchers and engineers to develop next generation quantum computers based on trapped ions. There are multiple positions available at different levels with a diverse set of expertise. This program is funded under the National Quantum Processor Initiative, a flagship program under the National Quantum Office Singapore. The aim of the program is to develop a full stack quantum processor based on Yb-Ba ions. This program brings together the unique capabilities of the existing ion trap groups in CQT expertizing on these two-ion species to explore scalability of the system.

The Centre for Quantum Technologies is a pioneering quantum centre in the world offering a diverse research culture at the intersection of three different fields namely, theoretical, experimental Physics and computer science. We offer competitive salary and enriching intellectual experience in a city state known for its forward outlook. This program also allows strong collaboration with leading academic and industrial groups within and outside the country.

The team members will work to build hardware for the next generation of the ion trap quantum processor. This includes design and implementation of the modular and compact optical system for the laser beam modulation using acousto-optical and electro-optical modulators, delivery of the beams to the inside the vacuum chamber, and implementation of the diffraction limited optical system for ion imaging and addressing of the individual ions with the laser beams.

The successful candidate will be involved in all stages of the development cycle: collaborate with team members to define technical requirements, design, test and integrate the optical systems in the final product.

Job Requirements

We are looking for several optical engineers to join the small team of scientists and engineers working on the next generation of the ion trap quantum processor. The candidate should have:

• Ph.D. in optical engineering, physics or related areas;
• At least 1-2 years of experience in optical design, implementation and testing of the optical or laser systems is preferred.
• Experience in optical design, familiar with optical (for example, Zemax or OSLO) and mechanical (Autodesk or Solidwork) CAD software, able to assemble and test complex optical systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and evaluate advanced materials for energy applications, including fusion, fission, hydrogen technologies, or other extreme environment systems.
• Conduct research on materials for harsh and extreme environments to improve performance and reliability in energy systems.
• Assist project and group leaders in preparing research proposals and achieving OKR (Objectives and Key Results).
• Publish high-quality scientific papers and contribute to intellectual property development.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams on energy-related projects.

Job Requirements:

• PhD in Metallurgy, Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related fields
• Strong publication record and/or relevant industry experience.
• Proven expertise in materials development for energy-related research such as fusion, fission, hydrogen, or other advanced energy systems.
• Experience with materials characterization techniques and performance evaluation in extreme environments.
• Solid understanding of metallurgy, material degradation mechanisms, and structural integrity analysis.
• Ability to work independently with a proactive and results-oriented mindset.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and effective teamwork skills.

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