Independent Cancer Genomics & Epigenetics Scientist

National University of Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

National University of Singapore seeks a dynamic leader to establish and grow an independent research programme in cancer biology. You will oversee translational efforts, mentor junior researchers, and build collaborations with clinicians, industry partners, and international labs to accelerate therapeutic development.

Your track record in grant success and scientific leadership will shape a cutting-edge research community.

Qualifications

• PhD in a relevant biomedical or life sciences discipline with strong postdoctoral track record.

Responsibilities

• Establish and lead an independent research programme investigating cancer biology.
• Translate fundamental discoveries into clinically relevant applications, including therapeutics, biomarkers, and drug development.
• Drive innovation by developing novel concepts and methods in cancer biology.
• Secure competitive national and international research funding.
• Lead multi-investigator grant applications and collaborative initiatives.
• Recruit, supervise, and mentor research staff and students.

Skills

Cancer biology

Tumour microenvironment

Epigenetics

RNA biology

Genomics / multi-omics

Functional genomics

Mechanistic molecular biology

Leadership

Mentorship

Communication

Grant readiness

Education

PhD in biomedical or life sciences

Postdoctoral experience

Tools

CRISPR screening

Single-cell omics

Spatial omics

Job description

National University of Singapore seeks a dynamic leader to establish and grow an independent research programme in cancer biology. You will oversee translational efforts, mentor junior researchers, and build collaborations with clinicians, industry partners, and international labs to accelerate therapeutic development.

Your track record in grant success and scientific leadership will shape a cutting-edge research community.