Research Fellow (DNA/RNA Chemical Biology)

National University of Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The National University of Singapore seeks a Research Associate to work on a project involving Modified DNA and RNA for biomedical applications. The candidate will be responsible for leading independent research and providing training to students. Applicants should hold a PhD in a relevant discipline, with skills in organic synthesis and molecular biology being highly valued.

Qualifications

• PhD in Chemistry or related field required.
• Skills in organic synthesis and medicinal chemistry are important.
• No prior experience is needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead individual projects on Modified DNA and RNA.
• Train graduate and undergraduate students.

Skills

Organic synthesis

Medicinal chemistry

Nucleic acid chemistry

Molecular biology

Education

PhD in Chemistry/Medicinal Chemistry/Chemical Biology/Molecular Biology

Job description

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The National University of Singapore is the national research university of Singapore. Founded in 1905 as the Straits Settlements and the Federated Malay States Government Medical School, NUS is the oldest higher education institution in Singapore

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Job Description

The successful candidate will work with Asst Prof Zhu Ruyi on DNA/RNA chemical biology under a project on "Modified DNA and RNA for biomedical application and catalysis". The main responsibilities of the position include to lead individual project, and train graduate and undergraduate students.

Qualifications / Discipline: PhD in Chemistry/Medicinal Chemistry/Chemical Biology/Molecular Biology

Skills: Organic synthesis, medicinal chemistry, nucleic acid chemistry, molecular biology

Experience: No prior experience required

More Information

Location: Kent Ridge Campus

Organization: Science

Department : Chemistry

Job requisition ID : 29102