The posting
Interested applicants are invited to apply directly at the NUS Career Portal. Please note your application will only be processed if you apply via NUS Career Portal.
NUS Career Portal link - https://careers.nus.edu.sg/job/Research-Fellow-%28Biochemistry%29/34666-en_GB/?st=B066889B1B2809C5AE32FC0C34B33A49214E82EB
We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
Job Description
The National University of Singapore invites applications for Research Fellow in the Department of Biochemistry, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine. Appointments will be made on a 1 year in the first instance, with the possibility of extension.
Purpose of the post
We are looking for a highly organized person with the ability to work on a variety of tasks and projects simultaneously with minimal supervision. Effective communication with stakeholders from industry, funding agencies, academic researchers and administrative executives is of utmost importance. We offer a vibrant, multidisciplinary research environment with top-class research facilities. A friendly atmosphere and collaborations between different departments at NUS, NUH and with international institutions. You would closely work with a team of scientific members to meet the responsibilities detailed below.
We are seeking a Research Fellow to play a key role in lipidomics, metabolomics and exposomics-related research. The research focuses on understanding the molecular mechanisms underlying metabolic disorders and the association of exposome with human diseases.
Main duties and responsibilities
The ideal candidate is expected to:
• Independently design, plan, and execute experimental research aligned with project objectives.
• Write and review research papers, present research outcomes, conceptualise 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.
• Source financial support for research activities by investigating potential sources of funding, collaborate with Principal Investigator to write and revise grant/fellowship applications.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior researchers.
• Ensure optimal progress of experiments in the laboratory by conducting, supervising, and evaluating laboratory procedures and outcomes. Revise and analyse targets to obtain high-quality and reproducible results.
Qualifications
PhD in Biochemistry, Analytical Chemistry, or related discipline.
• Expertise in the field of mass spectrometry-based metabolomics or lipidomics.
• Proven track record in the form of high impact publications.
• Strong writing and critical thinking skills, as well as good communication and presentation skills.
• A team player who is able to work collaboratively in a diverse workforce.
Remuneration will be commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications and experience. Informal enquiries are welcome and should be made to Federico Torta at [email protected].
Formal application: Please submit your application, indicating current/expected salary, supported by a detailed CV (including personal particulars, academic and employment history, complete list of publications/oral presentations and full contacts of three (3) referees to this NUS Career Portal.
We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.



