The Sensory Science and Oral Processing Research Platform at SIFBI seeks to appoint a postdoctoral research scientist to work on the mechanisms of oral-nasal mass transfer and retronasal sensation.
Main responsibilities:
- To conduct independent lab-based research
- To design experimental tasks and conduct independent research on mass transfer and retronasal sensation according to the project plan.
- To initiate and lead collaborations with researchers within and outside the institute
- To supervise junior researchers on project-based works
- To effectively disseminate research findings either via conference presentations or writing up research publications.
Job Requirements:
- PhD degree in food science, food sensory, food flavour, sensory analysis, oral physiology, or other relevant disciplines.
- Knowledge on sensory receptors, sensory physiology is advantageous.
- An excellent track record of research publications.
- The candidate should also have excellent communication skills and is capable of working together with researchers from other scientific disciplines.
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.
