Assistant / Associate Professor (Tenure-Track) or Professor (Tenured) in Disease, Development, [...]

Nanyang Technological University Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous start-up funds

Laboratory space

Attractive compensation package

Job summary

Nanyang Technological University Singapore seeks outstanding candidates for a tenure-track role as Assistant/Associate Professor or Full Professor in Development, Disease, and Target Discovery. Applicants should have a strong research background in Developmental Biology and related fields.

The successful candidate will develop a funded research program, contribute to teaching, and mentor students. The position offers a competitive salary and is set within a collaborative research environment.

Qualifications

• Strong research track record in host-pathogen interactions and zoonotic diseases.
• Experience with molecular, cellular, and systems biology approaches.
• Independent research capability with potential for securing competitive funding.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a vigorous, externally funded research program.
• Contribute to undergraduate and graduate teaching in biological sciences.
• Supervise research students and mentor junior faculty.

Skills

Research excellence in developmental biology

High-impact publications

Teaching commitment at undergraduate and graduate levels

Collaboration across disciplines

Education

Ph.D. or equivalent in Biological Sciences

Job description

Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor in Development, Disease, and Target Discovery

The School of Biological Sciences (SBS), College of Science (CoS) at the Nanyang Technological University (NTU) in Singapore seeks outstanding candidates to apply for a tenure track position at the level of Assistant/Associate Professor, or tenured Full Professor with a research focus in Developmental Biology, Disease Models, and Target Discovery.

We encourage applications from candidates whose research addresses key questions in developmental biology and/or development of disease. Areas of particular interest include host–pathogen interactions, zoonotic diseases, infectious diseases, immunology, and comparative biomedical research. Candidates who employ molecular, cellular, or systems‑level approaches to address challenges at the animal–human health interface are especially encouraged to apply.

SBS is searching for individuals with a well‑defined research vision and an outstanding track record of publications in top journals. The successful candidate will establish and maintain an independent extramurally funded research program, and is expected to show a strong commitment to departmental undergraduate and graduate mentoring and teaching.

SBS hosts a vibrant research community spanning genetics, molecular biology, cell biology, immunology, and microbiology, providing strong foundations for interdisciplinary collaborations within the school and across NTU. The university offers a highly collaborative research environment with access to a wide range of core facilities supporting advanced biomedical and life sciences research. The successful candidate will have access to these resources and will be encouraged to establish interdisciplinary collaborations with other Schools and Research Institutes across campus, including those with expertise in medicine, public health, environmental life sciences, and translational biomedical research.

Requirements

• Develop and maintain a vigorous, externally funded research program.
• Demonstrate research excellence through high‑impact publications and/or translational outcomes.
• Contribute to undergraduate and graduate teaching in biological sciences, developmental biology, physiology and disease modelling.
• Supervise research students and mentor junior faculty, as appropriate.
• Collaborate effectively across disciplines within the School and with external stakeholders in academia, industry, and government.
• Participate in departmental, school, and university service activities.
• Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree in Biological Sciences or a related field.
• A strong research track record in areas such as host–pathogen interactions, zoonotic diseases, infectious diseases, or comparative biomedical research.
• Experience with molecular, cellular, and/or systems biology approaches relevant to animal and human health.
• Evidence of independent research capability and potential to secure competitive research funding.
• A commitment to teaching excellence at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.

Emoluments

The candidate will be offered an attractive compensation package and will be supported by generous start‑up funds and laboratory space.

Application package should include

• Cover Letter (what you have to offer and why you chose NTU)
• Full Curriculum Vitae (CV) including
  • Detailed Publication List with Google Scholar/Scopus link
  • Any additional Information will also be helpful (e.g. number of graduate students supervised, information on grants, patents, research/teaching awards)
• Research Statement (around 1‑2 pages)
• Teaching Statement (around 1‑2 pages)
• Service/Future Aspirations Statement, if any (around 1‑2 pages)
• Detailed proposal of your research project/proposal (around 5 pages)
• Encouraged to provide at least 3 external referee reports, which may support the evaluation process. All referees should hold an academic position that is at least one rank higher than the appointment.

Please clearly indicate the position applied for in your application. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Diversity Statement

SBS and CoS seek a diverse and inclusive workforce and is committed to equality of opportunity. We welcome applications from all and recruit on the basis of merit, regardless of age, race, gender, religion, marital status and family responsibilities, or disability.

If there are any enquiries, you seek more information from Search Chair at SC‑[e-mail]

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at NTU

NTU believes in building an inclusive campus for its students, staff and faculty where diversity is respected. We strive to create diverse and inclusive environments to achieve a vibrant campus for education and a welcoming workplace for people from all backgrounds.