Total 3,147 Science / R&D / Research job vacancies in Hongkong, Hong Kong Island

The School of Chemistry, Chemical Engineeri​ng and Biotechnology (CCEB) invites applications for the position of Research Associate.

The Research Associate will take on a significant role in development of prototype optics/imaging system prototypes, under the SERI-NTU ADVANCED OCULAR ENGINEERING (STANCE) Program.

Key Responsibilities:

• Developing machine learning and deep learning models to address clinical challenges in ophthalmology.
• Conducting research on medical image processing and multimodal imaging using clinical systems and novel prototypes.
• Collaborating with NTU and SNEC/SERI researchers to align with research strategy and goals.
• Managing research projects and supervising students and research assistants.
• Publishing research outcomes in top-tier journals and presenting findings at academic conferences.
• Drafting reports and contributing to research management under the guidance of Principal Investigators.
• Ensuring compliance with health and safety protocols.

Job Requirements:

• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical or Information Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or related disciplines.
• Experience in Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT), software development, and OCT signal analysis is an advantage.
• Proficiency in programming and image processing tools (e.g., LabVIEW, MATLAB, Python).
• Ability to work independently and in a collaborative, cross-functional research team.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Description

Do you want to help define the future of AI in Manufacturing in Singapore? You will be part of the core AI CoE team, responsible for defining, building, and deploying targeted strategies to accelerate AI adoption across industry verticals to uplift Singapore economy. You will engage with internal teams, partners, and customers to influence the adoption of our AI services. You will be working directly with the most important customers (across segments), developing ecosystem partners and shape the GTM plans to proliferate AI adoption in Singapore.

Key job responsibilities
In this role, You will have the opportunity to define and execute GTM strategies. Lead cross-functional initiatives to expand existing accounts, develop scalable programs to drive adoption, and identify new opportunities. This involves activities include market sizing, building an opportunity pipeline, working with customers to understand technical requirements for proof-of-concepts, identifying and engaging the right partners, and working with A*STAR broad technology specialists to identify new features required.

In this role, you will be responsible for developing and executing ecosystem development by understanding market and technology landscape, acquiring relevant partners and curate programme and initiatives to bring the most value out of the engagements.

As the ideal candidate, you possess a business and technology background that enables you to lead and drive engagements with startups and large enterprises. You have domain expertise in key ML and AI use cases, understand the challenges involved in training and deploying AI models, and are able to work backwards from customer requirements to suggest scalable solutions and architectures. You have the technical depth to articulate the benefits of AI to different audiences, including but not limited to data scientists, data engineers, operations, and C-Level executives. In addition, you have a good understanding of the AI market trends, ecosystem, opportunities, and are passionate about market development. You will need to be adept at interacting, communicating, and partnering with teams across A*STAR (scientists, project managers, technical team), and externally with customers, partners, and importantly, the developer community.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in technical discipline with at least 3 years in technical solutioning / implementation / consulting experience
• 5+ years of business development, product management, management consulting, and strategic partnership in technology domain
• 1-2 years with AI in a ecosystem / business development role
• 1-2 years interfacing with AI customers and partners
• 2+ years developing and executing on strategic GTM strategies
• 5+ years developing strategies that influence leadership decisions at the organizational level

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.

1.Grant Management

• Provide manpower projections to relevant stakeholders and ensure Expenditure of Manpower (EOM) are optimised.
• Advise on manpower expenditures for grant management.
• Consolidate manpower allocation from project leads and timely updates in SAP system.
• Oversee and consolidate monthly Headcount reconciliation and run ad hoc reports required for manpower budgeting.
• Ensure right charging for bonus re-fractionation.

2.Fund Requisition (FR)

• Prepare and submit FR (EOM breakdown and projections).
• Ensure EOM breakdown is reconciled with FR Submission.
• Reply iGrant Auditor queries.

3.EOM billing to Inter RI and external Companies for services provided.

4.Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

• With Minimum Diploma in Business Administrative/Finance/Accountancy
• 3 to 4 years of relevant experience in grant administrative/finance activities
• Preferably with good understanding of organization policies on grant management and finance knowledge
• Proficient in MS advance Excel and other Microsoft office, Power BI and familiar with SAP
• Meticulous individual with critical thinking skills
• Ability to thrive within a fast-paced environment
• Able to work independently and as a team.

Job Description:

• Support mechanical design, dynamic modeling, and structural simulations of mechanical systems.
• Contribute to software development for motion controllers using ROS/ROS2.
• Support development of front-end and/or back-end software for UI interfaces using the React framework.
• Participate in project implementation trials related to mobile robot fleet management.
• Support engagement in technical project planning and execution for development projects with industry partners.
• Prepare technical write-ups and presentations of project work.

Requirements:

• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, particularly in the automotive domain.
• Proficiency in dynamic modeling and structural simulations.
• Experienced with ROS/ROS2 for motion controller development.
• Exposed to front-end and/or back-end software development, particularly using React.
• Understanding the use-cases of mobile robot fleet management.
• Exposed to NoSQL/SQL database management.
• Adequate technical project planning and execution skills.
• Able to perform basic technical writing and presentation abilities.

Minimum Qualifications/Specialization:

• Diploma in mechanical engineering, Mechatronics, Robotics, Computer Science, or a related field.
• At least 3 years of experience
• Specialization in mechanical systems design and simulation, particularly within the automotive domain.
• Relevant coursework or experience in robotics, control systems, software development (with a focus on ROS/ROS2), and UI/UX design.
• Experience or training in software engineering best practices.

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

Job Description:

• Responsible for developing and optimizing ion-implantation and rapid thermal anneal (RTA) processes to support IME's various program requirements.
• Responsibilities include diagnosing malfunctions and using test equipment or software to test faulty hardware parts, applying knowledge of the functional operation of the Ion implanter and RTA equipment.
• Collaborates closely with vendors to optimize equipment performance and reduce tool downtime.
• Setup and execute design of experiments (DOEs) at various dose, energy, tilt, and twist levels, and evaluate experimental data to meet required process specifications.
• Responsible for analyzing test data related to implant-related defect formation, and quantifying and minimizing defects.
• Champion process window characterization and evaluation to drive quality and yield improvement.
• Closely collaborate with process integration teams to implement technology roadmaps, define process capability requirements, and address structural implications and constraints related to ion-implantation and RTA processes.
• Work with fab team in establishing statistical process control for ion-implantation and RTA processes.
• Generate and present reports to both internal and external customers.

Requirements:

• Bachelors/Masters in Materials Science and Engineering, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or closely related fields are welcome to apply.
• 3 years direct industry experience in ion-implantation, RTA and SiC MOSFET fabrication is preferred.
• Extensive proficiency in medium and high energy/current ion implantation, and RTA processes, including a comprehensive knowledge of equipment, equipment parts, and troubleshooting techniques to minimize equipment downtime.
• Good understanding of wide bandgap semiconductor materials and their corresponding dopant species.
• Expertise in ion channeling, ion bombardment, and their impact on the implant species profile.
• In-depth comprehension of defect formation and annihilation processes in the implanted region of semiconductors.
• Familiarity with essential device properties resulting from ion implantation and RTA processes.
• Understanding of the hardware of ion-implantation and RTA systems is advantageous.
• Knowledge and prior hands-on experience on basic process characterization techniques such as SEM/TEM, EDX, SIMS, Ellipsometry is advantageous.
• Possess good interpersonal and oral/written communication skills, with ability to deliver clear and concise messages to both internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement technical skills framework for frontline employees
• Work with line managers to Identify training and development needs and key skills required for each terminal at each level
• Identify and create OJT checklist with skills and competencies identified
• Create Mypulse blending learning course to track skills and competencies attainment
• Identify and source for courses or external skills framework depending on the terminal needs and challenges
• Review and management of Training Matrix in line with skills framework developed
• Coordinate the training matrix review with Learning Leads
• Develop training matrix for non-technical roles (Function by Function)
• Develop people manager manager development program based on learning needs
• Support the development of People Manager Elearning course
• Liaise with vendor and coordinate the review and creation
• Creation of course, program, audience and campaigns to automate training assignment when required
• Maintain and update course, program, audience and campaigns to automate training assignment when required

Requirements:

• At least 3 years of relevant experience in Learning and Development role or Project Management role
• Diploma in Business, or a related field / Advanced Certificate in Training and Assessment / Advanced Certificate in Learning and Performance
• Familiarity with e-learning platforms and practices
• Good communication and project management skills
• Ability to build rapport with stakeholders, employees and vendors

Job Responsibilities

• Develop and align strategies to economic and national agenda (e.g. DxD Hub 3.0 in RIE2030 strategy), including strengthening linkages with internal and external stakeholders (e.g. MOH, clinical clusters in setting up satellite programmes).
• Translate overarching DxD Hub’s strategies into an action plan, coordinating across public sector and internal stakeholders and entities to achieve Enterprise’s desired outcomes.
• Set, monitor and report performance and tracking indicators for DxD Hub in alignment with National Platforms Co-ordinating Office and A*STAR Innovation and Enterprise (I&E) division and its operating units and in partnership with finance for financial targets.
• Establish and maintain corporate branding and public awareness of DxD Hub.
• Perform Divisional reporting and communications functions with stakeholders within A*STAR, governing and advisory boards, as well as other public agencies in the ecosystem.
• Review internal operational processes for possible improvements, in alignment with Enterprise and A*STAR best practices.
• Build capabilities of service platforms & drive realization of business outcome.
• Hires, motivates, develops, and retains key talent.
• Develop and deliver accurate reports of operational metrics to the CEO. Deliver monthly operation reports.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Science or Engineering.
• More than 6 years of relevant working experience. Experience in strategic and/or corporate planning would be an advantage.
• Possess strong strategic and analytical thinking skills.
• Able to identify and contextualise stakeholder issues and manage them appropriately.
• Good communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills. Able to work in a team and guide the team to achieve their tasks. Able to work outside of organizational boundaries to engage external stakeholders as necessary
• Able to deliver results under tight timelines. Pro-active, quality conscious and results oriented.

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

We are looking for a full-time pre-doctoral student to work as a Research Associate on INSEAD’s Singapore campus. This position is ideal for recent Master’s graduates looking to develop their research skills, with a view of applying to a PhD program. We are looking for someone who is good at managing data and in particular using software packages such as Stata, Python, and R. Ideally, they would also have experience working on a research project in the social sciences. The Research Associate core mission is to assist the school’s Strategy faculty in conducting research.

The Strategy Area at INSEAD is a global thought leader in studying the drivers of superior long-term organizational performance. Our research covers key topics such as artificial intelligence, digital transformation, sustainability, corporate social responsibility, innovation, corporate culture, collaboration, and strategic leadership. We investigate how firms tackle challenges like growth constraints, post-merger integration, and shifting business models, and evaluate the effectiveness of their strategies. Our work employs a range of methodologies, including large-scale empirical analyses, field experiments, and qualitative or ethnographic approaches. While diverse in focus, our research shares a common goal: to generate insights that are both academically rigorous and practically relevant, influencing scholarly discourse and guiding real-world strategies to help businesses and leaders succeed in a dynamic global environment.

The position is for one year, with the possibility of renewal at the end of the first year upon evaluation. It is a full-time position.

TASKS:

• Assist with quantitative research projects in the areas of strategy and management.
• Extract data from conventional databases (e.g., CRSP, Compustat, etc.) or hand-collect and clean data from company documents for analysis.
• Manage and clean data using software packages such as Stata, Python, and R. Proficiency in Stata is strongly preferred.
• Conduct statistical data analysis and assist with the interpretation, write-up, and dissemination of findings.
• Help with reviews of prior literature.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Economics, Econometrics, Statistics, Finance, or closely related fields, with extensive prior training in econometrics.
• Excellent programming skills that can be applied in software packages such as Stata, Python, or R. Proficiency in Stata is strongly preferred.
• Fluency in written and oral English.
• Excellent academic record and work ethic
• Strong interest in conducting empirical research in management and economics and ambition to pursue a PhD in the future.
• Previous research experience is a strong plus.

APPLICATION:

To be considered for the position, please submit

1. Curriculum vitae

2. Cover letter describing your research experience, motivation and competencies

3. Writing sample (empirical research paper preferred)

4. Academic Grade Transcript

5. Up to two names and contact details of potential references

Applications and letters of recommendation may be submitted by email to research.talent@insead.edu. Please mention job reference (STRSGP). The review will begin immediately. Applications will be considered until the position is filled.

INSEAD is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive academic community. We consider applicants for employment without regard to factors such as gender, race, sexual orientation, disability or nationality.

Job Description:

• Responsible for developing and optimizing ion-implantation and rapid thermal anneal (RTA) processes to support IME's various program requirements.
• Responsibilities include diagnosing malfunctions and using test equipment or software to test faulty hardware parts, applying knowledge of the functional operation of the Ion implanter and RTA equipment.
• Collaborates closely with vendors to optimize equipment performance and reduce tool downtime.
• Setup and execute design of experiments (DOEs) at various dose, energy, tilt, and twist levels, and evaluate experimental data to meet required process specifications.
• Responsible for analyzing test data related to implant-related defect formation, and quantifying and minimizing defects.
• Champion process window characterization and evaluation to drive quality and yield improvement.
• Closely collaborate with process integration teams to implement technology roadmaps, define process capability requirements, and address structural implications and constraints related to ion-implantation and RTA processes.
• Work with fab team in establishing statistical process control for ion-implantation and RTA processes.
• Generate and present reports to both internal and external customers.

Requirements:

• Bachelors/Masters in Materials Science and Engineering, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or closely related fields are welcome to apply.
• 3 years direct industry experience in ion-implantation, RTA and SiC MOSFET fabrication is preferred.
• Extensive proficiency in medium and high energy/current ion implantation, and RTA processes, including a comprehensive knowledge of equipment, equipment parts, and troubleshooting techniques to minimize equipment downtime.
• Good understanding of wide bandgap semiconductor materials and their corresponding dopant species.
• Expertise in ion channeling, ion bombardment, and their impact on the implant species profile.
• In-depth comprehension of defect formation and annihilation processes in the implanted region of semiconductors.
• Familiarity with essential device properties resulting from ion implantation and RTA processes.
• Understanding of the hardware of ion-implantation and RTA systems is advantageous.
• Knowledge and prior hands-on experience on basic process characterization techniques such as SEM/TEM, EDX, SIMS, Ellipsometry is advantageous.
• Possess good interpersonal and oral/written communication skills, with ability to deliver clear and concise messages to both internal and external stakeholders.

Do you have the expertise to ignite curiosity in young minds?

Step into a dynamic teaching role where your Science knowledge becomes a gateway to discovery!

First Konnection – The Authorized Education Recruitment Specialist for this Role

• Streamlined Process: Focus on showcasing your talents while we handle the rest.
• Direct Communication: Stay informed and guided at every stage.
• Personalized Advice: Position your strengths effectively with our expertise.

Job Description & Responsibilities:

• Conduct engaging Science lessons (Physics and Chemistry) tailored to Secondary-level students.
• Prepare lesson materials, worksheets, and experiments to deepen understanding.
• Evaluate student progress through assessments and provide constructive feedback.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of the Science curriculum.
• Foster a stimulating and inclusive learning environment.

Job Requirements:

• Degree in Science or a related field, specializing in Physics and/or Chemistry.
• At least 1-2 years of teaching experience in Singapore’s Secondary Science curriculum.
• Ability to communicate complex concepts effectively and engagingly.
• Strong classroom management skills and a student-centered approach.
• Energetic, adaptable, and dedicated to inspiring a love for Science.
• Availability for weekends and the following teaching schedule:
• Wed-Thu: 3:30 PM – 10:00 PM
  Fri: 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM
  Sat: 9:00 AM – 8:30 PM
  Sun: 9:00 AM – 6:30 PM

Bring Science to life and inspire young learners to explore the wonders of the universe.

Apply today to make an impact that lasts a lifetime!

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EA Licence No.: 22C1307 (First Konnection Pte. Ltd.)

Job Description:

DxD Hub is an end-to-end productisation partner, committed to transforming the MedTech landscape in Singapore through innovative solutions sourced from both local and regional partners. Our strengths are in cross-disciplinary product development particularly in molecular diagnostics, protein immune assays, and digital diagnostic technologies.

We are seeking a Senior Engineer with system integration expertise with design oversight to join our team. As a vital member of our team, you will be involved in the design, development, and testing of medical devices, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and industry best practices.

Your role will involve collaborating with cross-functional teams to create innovative solutions encompassing hardware, software and chemistry by conducting verification and validation activities, and providing technical support throughout the product lifecycle.

The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of system integration principles, best practices in verification and validation testing, and knowledge of medical device regulations (such as ISO 13485).

Join our dynamic team and contribute to the development of cutting-edge medical devices that improve patient care and well-being.

Job Roles and Responsibilities:

• Develop high-level system architectures that meet user requirements while considering design feasibility.
• Ensure that all system components are compatible and can be integrated seamlessly.
• Design and implement integration strategies and validate the functions as intended while adhering to design principles.
• Lead collaborative teams for the design, implementation, and validation while is capable to perform hand-on testing independently if required to complete engineering or verification studies.
• Lead creating innovative solutions that align with both technical specification and user needs for medical products.
• Coordinate between design, engineering, assay, project manager, and other disciplines to ensure cohesive product development.
• Author or oversee the writing of protocols and reports.
• Foster collaboration among team members to address challenges from both a technical and design perspective.
• Creating and maintaining technical documentation, including design specifications, test protocols, and reports, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements such as ISO 13485.

Job Requirements:

• Experience in system integration and innovation.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Design or equivalent engineering or science background.
• Comfortable with navigating uncertain situations without clear guideline.
• Adaptability to changing work conditions and project requirements.
• 5-10 years’ experience in cross-functional product development roles and completed one full product development cycle.
• Track record in working effectively with diverse teams, including engineering, design, and marketing.
• Strong interpersonal skills to facilitate communication between technical and non-technical stakeholders and ability to summarize and communicate complex problems in simple terms.
• Strong analytical skills to troubleshoot integration issues while considering design implications.
• Able to break down complex system in simple steps and identify interfaces between modules and generate system diagrams, workflows and reports.
• Curious and proactive approach to gather information necessary for decision-making.
• Knowledge of statistical tools for data analysis such as (Python/Matlab/Origin/LabView) will be a strong advantage.
• Experience with design software. Experience with CFD simulation software such as ANSYS is advantageous.

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.

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

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

Research projects will encompass various tasks such as:

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

Job Requirements:

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

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

Position Overview

Forum is our Content Creation business. We produce research that allows institutional investors to make better and faster investment decisions. We conduct in depth Interviews with senior executives and industry specialists to unearth critical insights and generate unfiltered transcripts. 

Our 175-strong industry aligned team covers over 18,000 public and private companies, applying data-driven factor models to identify where capital is most likely to be deployed.  

In order for us to deliver on our ambitious growth targets, we would like to recruit an Associate to assist our growing team in Hong Kong and Japan in identifying and engaging with the most relevant industry professionals to take part in upcoming interview discussions.

What’s in it for you?

Dive into our comprehensive training program and as you progress from a new hire to a seasoned Associate, you will learn:

• About our business, our team and our clients
• How to use our proprietary tools and public databases to prospect and recruit specialists who are the most pertinent for each topic
• How to manage a project and develop relationships with experts and internal stakeholders
• About various sectors and companies globally and help develop strategies to increase the adoption of our products and services
• Leadership, networking, communication and negotiation skills to use throughout your career

Responsibilities

In this role your responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

• Performing research on industries and businesses in Pan-Asia region, with a focus on the Japan market, in order to source and identify the most relevant individuals (C-level executives and practitioners working at the heart of their industries) to take part in moderated interviews

• Engaging these individuals to invite them to participate in our research, while assessing and ensuring that their insights are relevant and their fees are within budget
• Building a professional network and monitoring the relevant markets/companies in the assigned sector areas according to Forum content coverage strategies
• Working in tight deadlines and coordinating with internal and external stakeholders across different global offices

Requirements

• A real interest in financial markets and the alternative investments space
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to confidently interact with C-level industry experts on the phone
• Demonstrable skill in carrying out phone-based and desktop research with a logical and focused approach
• Self-motivated; a resourceful nature, with a diligent and proactive approach to their work
• The ability to work well within a team, in a fast-paced environment and under pressure. Positive and can-do attitude are essential
• The ability to manage multiple projects efficiently and effectively and reached assigned KPIs
• Obtained a score of >3.0 GPA if you’re a fresh graduate
   

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 Brandon I Morinaka on production and biological evaluation of peptide natural products under a project on Bioactive cyclic peptides.

The objective of the project is to create new peptide modalities that can be used for infectious disease and cancer.

The main responsibilities of the position include:

• Carry out research for new peptide natural products discovery and development including recombinant protein expression, and production and extraction of natural products.
• Train undergraduate and graduate students.
• Oversee and maintenance of analytical equipment.

Qualifications

Qualifications / Discipline:

• PhD in Pharmaceutical Science, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related discipline.

Skills:

• Biochemical techniques: protein expression and purification, SDS-PAGE, size exclusion and affinity chromatography.
• Molecular biology: heterologous expression in E. coli and other bacterial hosts.
• Analytical chemistry: characterization of natural products and peptides. Well-versed in the use of HPLC, MS, and NMR for structural characterization.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Able to work effectively in a team.

Experience:

• Previous research experience in natural products chemistry, biosynthesis, antimicrobial peptides, protein-protein interactions, or related research area.

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.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.