Senior Research Fellow (Mechanobiology Institute)

NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF SINGAPORE; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Mechanobiology Institute at the National University of Singapore seeks a highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Fellow to conduct research in cell therapy and rejuvenation. The successful candidate will engage in impactful research and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, supported by a culture of innovation and excellence.

Qualifications

• PhD in a relevant field required.
• Expertise in stem cell biology and advanced mammalian cell culture.
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral.

Responsibilities

• Conduct cutting-edge research in cell therapy and rejuvenation.
• Design and execute experiments, analyze data, prepare manuscripts.
• Present findings at scientific meetings.

Skills

Stem cell biology

Mammalian cell culture techniques

Research design and execution

Data analysis

Communications skills

Education

PhD in Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Developmental Biology

Job description

Interested applicants are invited to apply directly at the NUS Career Portal

Your application will be processed only if you apply via NUS Career Portal

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Job Description

The Mechanobiology Institute (MBI) at the National University of Singapore (NUS) is a leading multi-disciplinary institute devoted to developing new paradigms for understanding biological functions in health and diseases from the perspective of cell, tissue and organ mechanics/dynamics and mechano-signal transduction. The institute operates on a fully integrated open-lab philosophy, with an extensive infrastructure supported by core facilities dedicated to technology such as state-of-the-art light microscopy, nano- and micro- fabrication, and computing.

We are seeking to recruit a highly motivated and talented Postdoctoral Research Fellow to join our dynamic research team within the lab of Prof. Rong Li. The successful candidate will conduct cutting-edge research in the fields of cell therapy and cell rejuvenation, with a focus on improving the fitness of reproductive cells. Their responsibilities will include designing and executing experiments, analyzing data, preparing manuscripts, and presenting findings at scientific meetings. The candidate will also have opportunities to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams within the MBI and across the world.

Qualifications

• PhD in Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Developmental Biology, or a closely related field
• Demonstrated expertise in stem cell biology, including experience with induced pluripotent stem cell (iPSC) differentiation, or a strong background in advanced mammalian cell culture techniques.
• Proven ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• An interest in joining a future startup is desired

Salary and benefits will be offered, commensurable to the educational qualifications and working experience of the candidate.

To Apply

The position is available immediately and will remain open until filled. Interested applicants should include the following with their online application to the NUS Career Portal:

1. a cover letter describing their research experience and interests
2. their Curriculum Vitae
3. the contact information for at least two academic referees

For more information about the Mechanobiology Institute, please visit: https://www.mbi.nus.edu.sg/.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.