Job Description

The Ho lab is a world leader on small open-reading frame-encoded peptides (SEPs) and specialises in discovering new peptides required for mitochondrial function and metabolism. We previously discovered new mito-SEPs (mitochondrial sORF-encoded peptides) (Zhang et al., 2020, Nature Communications) and are working to assign molecular functions to them, with a special focus on the those involved in immune-metabolism. To this end, we aim to uncover new concepts in the metabolic regulation of immune function. The lab uses a combination of bioinformatics, biochemistry, animal modelling, CRISPR screening and single-cell omics in human and mouse systems to understand how mito-SEPs regulate cellular processes related to energy production. For more information, please visit www.ho-lab.org.

We are seeking a collaborative, dynamic and self-motivated Research Fellow to join the team of Dr. Lena Ho at Duke-NUS Medical School. The selected candidate will perform a variety of research activities, including but not limited to the following:

• Conduct research to address how oxidative phosphorylation and its associated metabolites control innate and adaptive immunity against pathogen infection.
• 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.
• 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 and/or post-graduate medical degree.
• Possesses expertise and interest in the following areas: Mitochondrial biology, Innate and adaptive immunology, Immuno-metabolism, inflammation or host-pathogen immune interactions, Bioinformatics surrounding metabolic modelling, single-cell or spatial transcriptomics and Mouse models of infection and inflammation. 
• Knowledge of the scientific background relevant to the research area and laboratory experimental skills, where applicable.
• Proven track record in the form of high impact publications.
• Demonstrated capability of research independence progressively.
• Strong writing and critical thinking skills, as well as good communication and presentation skills.
• A team player who is able to prioritise, multi-task and work collaboratively in a diverse workforce.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified. 

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More Information

Location: Outram Campus
Organization: Duke-NUS Medical School
Department : Office of Research
Employee Referral Eligible: No
Job requisition ID : 12129