Assistant Professor (Tenure Track)

National University of Singapore; Santo Niño 1st; On-site; PHP 5,935,000 - 8,902,000; Full time

Job summary

The National University of Singapore invites applications for an Assistant Professor (Tenure Track) in the Department of Microbiology and Immunology, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine. This role focuses on developing a translational immunology program bridging fundamental discoveries to clinical applications.

You will lead independent research, secure external funding, mentor students, and contribute to teaching and service within ITRP and related departments.

Qualifications

• PhD/MD or equivalent with postdoctoral experience in immunology or related fields.
• Record of first-author high-impact publications.
• Strong potential to secure external funding.
• Experience in translational research methodologies.
• Ability to work in interdisciplinary teams and lead research initiatives.
• Excellent communication and leadership capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Establish an independent, externally funded immunology research program focused on translational aims.
• Conduct cutting-edge research contributing to ITRP goals including vaccines and host–pathogen interactions.
• Collaborate with clinicians and scientists to drive impactful research.
• Mentor undergraduate, graduate, and postdoctoral researchers.
• Teach courses in microbiology/immunology at undergraduate/graduate levels.
• Publish in leading journals and present findings at conferences.
• Engage in ITRP events, workshops, and outreach activities.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Collaboration

Grant writing

Translational research

Immunology

Education

PhD or MD or equivalent

Postdoctoral experience

First author publications

Job description

Company description

The National University of Singapore is the national research university of Singapore. Founded in 1905 as the Straits Settlements and the Federated Malay States Government Medical School, NUS is the oldest higher education institution in Singapore.

Job description

PI Name: A/Prof Zhang Yong Liang Department/Centre/Programme: Dept of Microbiology and Immunology, associated with Immunology Translational Research Program (ITRP) Position: Assistant Professor

The National University of Singapore invites applications for Assistant Professor (Tenure Track) for in the Department of Microbiology and Immunology, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine. The Department of Microbiology and Immunology has distinguished itself in biomedical research and has a broad spectrum of expertise. Research in the Department encompasses very diverse questions and uses a wide variety of approaches, experimental systems, and techniques. Principal Investigators of the Department are internationally recognized for research on immunology, medical virology, bacteriology, parasitology, molecular biology and biotechnology. More information on the department is available at https://medicine.nus.edu.sg/pcm/.

Purpose of the post Assistant Professor (Tenure Track) will work closely with the Principal Investigator to develop and lead a research program in Immunology, with a focus on translational research that bridges fundamental discoveries and clinical applications.

Main duties and responsibilities The Assistant Professor will be able to:

1. Establish an independent, externally funded research program in immunology with an emphasis on translational approaches.
2. Conduct cutting-edge research that contributes to ITRP’s goals, including vaccine development, antimicrobial resistance, pathogen-host interactions, anti-tumor immunity, immune ageing, and public health interventions.
3. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including clinicians, scientists, and other stakeholders to drive impactful research.
4. Mentor and supervise undergraduate, graduate, and postdoctoral researchers.
5. Teach undergraduate and graduate-level courses in areas related to microbiology or immunology, anchored under the Department of Microbiology & Immunology.
6. Publish high-quality, peer-reviewed research in leading journals and present findings at national and international conferences.
7. Actively participate in ITRP’s events, workshops, and outreach activities.

Qualifications The applicant should possess the following:

Essential

• PhD, MD, or equivalent, with at least three years of postdoctoral experience in microbiology, immunology, epidemiology, or a related field.
• Proven track record of research excellence as evidenced by first author original high impact publications.
• Strong potential to secure competitive external funding.
• Expertise in translational research methodologies.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in interdisciplinary teams.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Desirable

• Experience in teaching and curriculum development at the graduate level.
• Experience in mentoring and supervising research trainees.
• Research experience in neutrophil biology, microbial infection, and sepsis.
• Familiarity with regulatory and ethical requirements for translational research.

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

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.