Clinician Scientist

Singapore General Hospital; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution in Singapore is seeking a mid-career or senior clinician for a Clinician-Scientist position. This role involves leading clinical translational research in neuroscience, establishing new research collaborations, and integrating clinical services. The ideal candidate should possess an MBBS or equivalent, along with a proven track record in neuroscience and excellent interpersonal skills. This position offers an opportunity to contribute significantly to advancing research in neurological conditions.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated track record and excellence in clinical and translational neuroscience.
• Has international standing in a sub-specialty in Neuroscience preferably in Neuro-degenerative disorders.
• Must be able to do calls.

Responsibilities

• Lead clinical translational research.
• Facilitate integration of clinical services and translational research.
• Establish new research opportunities and collaborations.

Skills

Interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to perform independently

Track record in clinical and translational neuroscience

Education

MBBS or equivalent basic medical degree

MD/PhD or PhD

Job description

Job Description

The National Neuroscience Institute (NNI) is the national and regional specialist centre for conditions of the brain, spine, nerves and muscles. NNI offers treatment for over 20 sub‑specialties, including stroke, dementia, Parkinson’s disease, brain tumour and brain injury. NNI is driven by the passion to improve patients’ lives, and pursues neurological disease research to understand, prevent, diagnose and ultimately treat these diseases.

The mission of NNI’s research is to improve the quality of life of patients with neurological conditions through empowering knowledge and research innovation. Our research focuses on achieving better understanding of basic physiological and disease mechanisms, discovering and exploring new medical and surgical therapies, and improving healthcare provision and delivery, through our core programmes such as stroke, Parkinson and movement disorders, dementia and neuro‑oncology. We are looking for a mid‑career or senior clinician to helm one of our Clinician‑Scientist positions.

Job Scope

• Lead clinical translational research in one of our signature programmes, with a focus on clinical and experimental diagnostics and therapeutics.
• Facilitate efforts to integrate clinical services and translational research.
• Establish new research opportunities and collaborations both internationally and nationally.
• Secure competitive research funds and be involved in Neuroscience teaching and training of research staff.

Job Requirements

• MBBS or equivalent basic medical degree, MD/PhD or PhD.
• Demonstrated track record and excellence in clinical and translational neuroscience.
• Has international standing or reputation in a sub‑specialty in Neuroscience preferably in Neuro‑degenerative disorders, Cerebrovascular disorders and in Neuroimaging.
• Able to perform independently in Department.
• Highly adaptive and possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Must be able to do calls.