Research Fellow, Plant-Based Proteins & Digestibility

National University of Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The National University of Singapore is seeking a highly qualified researcher to join a multidisciplinary team focusing on the development of plant-based meat products with improved digestibility, nutrition, and functionality. The role emphasizes establishing an advanced in vitro digestion approach to evaluate protein digestibility and perform comprehensive nutritional analyses.

Responsibilities include supervising final year undergraduate and MSc projects, contributing to cross-disciplinary

Qualifications

• Strong wet laboratory and analytical skills.
• Demonstrated capability of independent researcher.
• Good team player and collaborative spirit.
• Excellent scientific writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Join multidisciplinary team to study development of plant-based meat with improved digestibility, nutritional quality, and functionality.
• Establish advanced in vitro digestion approaches to evaluate protein digestibility.
• Conduct comprehensive nutritional profile analysis of alternative protein products.
• Supervise final year undergraduate and MSc projects.

Skills

Wet laboratory skills

Independent researcher

Team player

Scientific writing

Education

PhD in Food Science/Technology or related field

Job description

The National University of Singapore is seeking a highly qualified researcher to join a multidisciplinary team focusing on the development of plant-based meat products with improved digestibility, nutrition, and functionality. The role emphasizes establishing an advanced in vitro digestion approach to evaluate protein digestibility and perform comprehensive nutritional analyses.

Responsibilities include supervising final year undergraduate and MSc projects, contributing to cross-disciplinary