Job Description
We are looking to invite a wet-lab and computational Visiting Research Fellow to work with a multidisciplinary group of scientists on the discovery of new targets for therapy in Diabetic Nephropathy (DN), a devastating complication of diabetes causing significant morbidity, mortality and human suffering. In Singapore, the incidence of DN as a cause of end-stage kidney disease is among the highest in the world. The job will be part of the NMRC-funded project called Diabetes Study in Nephropathy and other Microvascular Complications II, and it will be based within the Centre for Computational Biology (CCB). This position will be for a period of 3 years, with possible extension depending on work performance and funding availability.
The selected candidate will perform a variety of research activities, which include planning, organizing and conducting research studies within the overall scope of a research project under the supervision of the Principal Investigator or his designate, including but not limited to the following:
- Independently carry out the design and execution of experimental research required by the research component of the project.
- Write and review research papers, present research outcomes, conceptualize new ideas and develop plans for independent research which could have a considerable influence and impact on the relevant field attracting research funding.
- Provide support for external grant/protocol development, study design and management of research activities.
- Contribute to occasional educational / instructional activities and project management.
- Provide guidance and mentorship to undergraduate / medical students and research assistants.
- Maintain optimal experiment progress in the laboratory or in the research work undertaken.
- Perform other related duties incidental to the work described therein.
Job Requirements
- PhD in a related scientific area (e.g., Life Sciences/Biomedical Sciences, Pharmacology).
- Hands-on experience with transgenic models (breeding and maintenance) and surgery.
- Experience with rodents (mice/rats) phenotyping, including metabolic traits, biochemistry, histology and microscopy.
- Hands-on experience with wet-lab techniques in molecular and cell biology, including familiarity with primary cell cultures, organoid development and assays of inflammatory and metabolic profile.
- Demonstrated very good knowledge, skills and expertise, with potential to achieve research excellence in genetics and genomics.
- Experience in network analysis and application to complex diseases, especially in diabetic nephropathy.
- Proven track record in the form of peer-reviewed research publications.
- Demonstrated capability of research independence progressively.
- Possess strong writing and critical thinking skills, as well as good communication and presentation skills.
- A team player who is able to prioritize, multi-task and work collaboratively in a diverse workforce.
We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
