Tenure-Track Immunology & Translational Researcher

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

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.