Assistant Professor

National University of Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine at the National University of Singapore invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in the Heat Resilience & Performance Centre (HRPC) and the Human Potential Translational Research Programme (HP TRP).

The appointee will establish and lead an independent, internationally competitive research programme in physiology, pursue high-quality basic, translational, clinical, or applied studies, publish in leading journals, attract funding, and

Qualifications

• PhD or MD/PhD or equivalent degree in Physiology or related discipline is required.
• Strong publication record and research leadership potential are essential.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct high-quality, translational research and to publish in peer-reviewed journals.

Responsibilities

• Establish and lead an independent physiology research programme.
• Conduct high-quality basic, translational, clinical, or applied research.
• Publish in reputable peer-reviewed journals.
• Secure competitive research funding.
• Build collaborations within NUS and with external partners.
• Mentor students, research staff, and early-career researchers.
• Contribute to teaching and academic service as appropriate.
• Translate findings into scientific, clinical, public health, or policy outcomes.

Skills

Strong publication record

Analytical skills

Mentoring

Independent research

Collaborative skills

Education

PhD or MD/PhD in Physiology/Biomedical Science/Medicine/Life Sciences

Tools

Data analysis

Computational physiology

Job description

Job Title: Assistant Professor

University-Level Unit: Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine

Faculty/Department-Level Unit: Dean-Med-Human Potential Translational Research Programme

Employee Category: Tenurable Faculty

Location_ONB: Kent Ridge Campus

Posting Start Date: 31/08/2026

Assistant Professor at the Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore

The Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine at the National University of Singapore invites applications for a faculty position in Heat Resilience & Performance Centre (HRPC) and Human Potential Translational Research Programme (HP TRP). We seek outstanding candidates who will develop an independent and internationally competitive research programme that advances understanding of physiological processes in health and disease.

About The Role

The successful candidate will establish and lead research that complements existing strengths within the School of Medicine and contributes to interdisciplinary research, education, and translational impact.

Areas of interest may include, but are not limited to:

• Environmental, exercise, occupational, or performance physiology
• Data-driven, computational, or technology-enabled physiology research

Key Responsibilities

The appointee will be expected to:

• Develop and sustain an independent research programme in physiology
• Conduct high-quality basic, translational, clinical, or applied research
• Publish in reputable peer-reviewed journals
• Secure competitive research funding
• Build collaborations within NUS and with external partners
• Mentor students, research staff, and early-career researchers
• Contribute to undergraduate and/or graduate education where appropriate
• Support the School’s academic, research, and service activities
• Translate research findings into scientific, clinical, public health, or policy-relevant outcomes where applicable

Qualifications

Applicants should have:

• A PhD, MD/PhD, or equivalent degree in Physiology, Biomedical Science, Medicine, Life Sciences, or a related discipline
• Relevant postdoctoral, clinical, or independent research experience
• A strong publication record appropriate to career stage
• Strong analytical, experimental, quantitative, computational, or translational research skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment
• Commitment to mentoring, academic development, and research excellence

Preferred Experience

Experience in one or more of the following areas would be advantageous:

• Physiology research in health and disease
• Translational or interdisciplinary biomedical research
• Human participant, animal, cellular, molecular, or computational studies
• Collaboration across clinical, engineering, public health, or life science disciplines

Concise Version

The Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, invites applications for a Tenure Track faculty position. Appointment will primarily be at the Assistant Professor level. We seek outstanding candidates who will establish an independent, internationally competitive research programme that advances understanding of physiological processes in health and disease.

Research areas may include, but are not limited to, environmental, exercise, occupational, or performance physiology; and data-driven or technology-enabled approaches to physiological research. The successful candidate will be expected to conduct high-quality research, publish in leading peer-reviewed journals, secure competitive funding, build local and international collaborations, mentor students and research staff, and contribute to teaching and academic service where appropriate.

Applicants should have a PhD, MD/PhD or equivalent degree in Physiology, Biomedical Science, Medicine, Life Sciences or a related discipline. Candidates should demonstrate a strong publication record, research leadership potential, ability to attract external funding, and commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration and mentoring.

Req ID: 34266