Assistant Professor / Associate Professor (LCPC/EF)

National University of Singapore; Singapore; On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking faculty members for its Lien Centre for Palliative Care, aiming to lead in palliative care research and education. The role offers the chance to work with a multidisciplinary faculty and engage in impactful research on life-limiting illnesses. Candidates will have the opportunity to forge collaborations within the medical decision-making community, guiding junior researchers while balancing research and clinical duties. This position promises a dynamic environment for those passionate about advancing healthcare through research and education.

Qualifications

• PhD or MD in a health-related Social Science is required.
• Proven record of academic publications and research experience.

Responsibilities

• Generate an independent research agenda through successful grant applications.
• Collaborate on existing research projects with LCPC faculty.

Skills

Research experience

Leadership skills

Interpersonal skills

Project management

Ability to work independently

Team collaboration

Education

PhD in health-related Social Science

MD in health-related Social Science

Job description

Job Description:

The Lien Centre for Palliative Care (“LCPC”) at Duke-NUS Medical School Singapore aims to be the premier palliative care research and educational centre in the region. Supported by the Lien Foundation and collaborating with the National Cancer Centre Singapore and other Singhealth institutes, LCPC is experiencing significant growth.

LCPC is recruiting faculty members at all levels in health-related Social Science (e.g., Health Psychology, Social Work). We seek scholars focusing on implementation science, especially in decision aids, health communication, and related research areas involving life-limiting illnesses.

Opportunities include working with a multidisciplinary faculty, testing interventions with Singhealth Academic Medical Centre, and expanding collaborations locally and internationally, including Duke University, USA. Clinician scientists may apply for joint appointments within the Department of Palliative Medicine or other relevant departments, balancing research and clinical duties. Teaching roles may also be available.

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

1. Generating an independent research agenda through successful grant applications.
2. Collaborating on existing research projects with LCPC faculty.
3. Forging collaborations within Singhealth and the broader medical decision-making community in Singapore.
4. Providing guidance to junior researchers.
5. Performing related duties incidental to the role.

Job Requirements:

• PhD or MD in a relevant health-related Social Science.
• Research experience with plans to pursue external grants.
• Ability to work independently and in teams.
• Self-motivated with leadership skills.
• Proven record of academic publications.
• Good time and project management skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills for interaction with clinicians and healthcare professionals.

Interested applicants should submit:

• A cover letter,
• Curriculum Vitae (CV),
• Two referee reports/letters,
• One writing sample or published work,
• A summary of past research accomplishments and future plans.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. We regret any inconvenience.