Principal Scientist, A*STAR IDL

A*STAR RESEARCH ENTITIES; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research organization in Singapore seeks a PhD-level expert to lead research on maternal-child viral diseases. Responsibilities include managing teams, budget oversight, and fostering collaborations. Candidates should have a strong publication record and experience in related fields. Join us in advancing critical research in immunology and viral infections.

Qualifications

• Minimally 4 years of post-PhD relevant experience with a strong record in clinical collaborations.
• Strong background in Microbiology, Immunology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Genetics and Genomics.
• Strong publication record, especially on mosquito-borne viruses.

Responsibilities

• Leads conceptual and technical integration of various research studies.
• Manages operating budget of grants and team.
• Establishes collaborations and develops scientific proposals.

Skills

Team player

Strong analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Good interpersonal skills

Good communication skills

Education

PhD in Biomedical Sciences or related field

Job description

Job Description:

• Leads conceptual and technical integration of various research studies to provide leading edge solutions towards treatment of maternal-child viral diseases, with a focus on impact of re-emerging vector-borne viral infections on maternal immunity and fetal immune reprogramming during early childhood.
• Conceptualize and create new technologies, patents and publications.
• Review and manage operating budget of grants and team.
• Establish collaborations, develop scientific proposals and ensure timely achievement of project milestones.
• Manage a team and provide scientific and career mentorship to researchers and students.

Job Requirements:

• PhD in Biomedical Sciences, Life Sciences, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Infectious Diseases, Immunology or related field.
• Minimally 4 years of post‑PhD relevant experience with a strong record in clinical collaborations.
• Strong background in Microbiology, Immunology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Genetics and Genomics.
• Strong publication record, especially on mosquito‑borne viruses.
• Highly motivated and able to develop strong research ideas to secure grant and funding.
• Strong analytical, technical and problem‑solving skills.
• Team player with good interpersonal skills.
• Good spoken and written communication skills.

Eligibility Criteria:

The above eligibility criteria are not exhaustive. A*STAR may include additional selection criteria based on its prevailing recruitment policies. These policies may be amended from time to time without notice. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.