Principal Scientist I

A*STAR RESEARCH ENTITIES; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research organization in Singapore is seeking a Principal Scientist to advance research in regenerative medicine. Candidates should hold a PhD and have at least 10 years of research experience, including team management and strategic planning. The role includes developing independent research programs and seeking collaborative opportunities. This position offers a supportive environment and access to state-of-the-art facilities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years post-PhD research experience.
• Strong understanding of finance and key performance indicators.
• Proven experience in developing strategies and plans.

Responsibilities

• Develop and run independent research programmes.
• Oversee data analysis, manuscript preparation and grant applications.
• Aggressively seek industry/clinical collaborative opportunities.

Skills

Team management

Strategic planning

Grant writing

Complex problem solving

Excellent communication

Education

PhD

Job description

A*STAR Biomedical Research Council invites exceptional candidates to apply for a Principal Scientist role within A*STAR Skin Research Labs (A*SRL), to commence in January 2026. A*SRL aims to create a translation-focused, clinically oriented, technology-proving, interdisciplinary skin R&D environment that increases its capacity to interact with industry partners and the clinical community, thus translating research into better healthcare outcomes for patients with skin disorders.

Our strategic research areas include the investigation of skin health & ageing, skin disease pathobiology and medical technologies & biophotonics. We seek an experienced scientist to develop research in the regenerative medicine space; experience of developmental biology and the use of in vivo model systems would be an advantage.

The successful candidate will be offered financial support, space, and resources in a stimulating and nurturing environment with access to state-of-the-art research facilities for a period of 3 years, in the first instance. Candidates must show exceptional promise to develop into world class researchers, strengthen key strategic research areas of A*SRL, and build a portfolio of research funding, including competitive funding and industry interaction.

Job Description

• Develop and run independent research programmes that enhance the research portfolio of A*SRL, under the direction of the Executive Director and theme leads.
• Drive own team's experimental, resources, manpower and budget planning, oversee data analysis, manuscript preparation and grant applications.
• Present research achievements at internal/external seminars and conferences.
• Aggressively seek industry/clinical collaborative opportunities.

Job Requirements

• PhD with minimum 10 years post-PhD research experience.
• Proven experience in management of a team and experience in developing strategies, plans and grants writing.
• Strong understanding of finance and key performance indicators.
• Analytical mind for innovativeness and complex problem solving.
• Excellent communication (oral and written) and public speaking skills.

Interested applicants should submit the following documents: (1) curriculum vitae; (2) a cover letter explaining your interest in joining A*SRL, and; (3) a statement on your research interests and plans.

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.