Research Assistant/Fellow

National University of Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

National University of Singapore is looking for a Research Assistant/Fellow in the Dentistry unit at Kent Ridge Campus. The role involves biophysical and biochemical characterization of human teeth using advanced optical microscopy techniques and biochemical methodologies.

Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD degree along with relevant research experience. The position offers opportunities for data analysis and report writing in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Relevant research experience in biophysical and biochemical methods.
• Familiarity with optical microscopy techniques.
• Ability to conduct literature reviews and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Characterize human teeth using optical microscopic techniques.
• Prepare bio-samples for analysis.
• Conduct literature reviews and write reports.

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

PhD degree

Job description

Job Title: Research Assistant/Fellow

University-Level Unit: Dentistry

Faculty/Department-Level Unit: Dean's Office (Dentistry)

Employee Category: Research Staff

Location_ONB: Kent Ridge Campus

Posting Start Date: 09/06/2026

Job Description

• Biophysical and biochemical characterization of human teeth using various non-invasive optical microscopic techniques (e.g. confocal fluorescent microscopy, polarized light microscopy) and biochemical analytical methodologies (e.g. micro-FTIR, micro-XRD, micro-MRI, micro-CT and so on)
• Bio-sample preparation
• Literature review, data analysis, writing reports and manuscript

Qualifications

Candidates should preferably possess a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD degree, along with relevant research experience

Req ID: 33257