Research Fellow, Respiratory Pharmacology Laboratory
- Employer
- NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF SINGAPORE
- Location
- Singapore
- Closing date
- 22 Oct 2022
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- Academic Discipline
- Biological Sciences, Clinical, Pre-clinical & Health, Physical Sciences, Life sciences, Medicine & Dentistry, Chemistry
- Job Type
- Academic Posts, Research Fellowships
- Contract Type
- Fixed Term
- Hours
- Full Time
Job Description
The National University of Singapore invites applications for a Research Fellow position for a Respiratory Pharmacology Project in the Department of Pharmacology, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine. Respiratory Pharmacology Laboratory focuses on the target identification and drug discovery research for chronic airway diseases such as asthma, COPD and pulmonary fibrosis. Appointments will be made on a ONE YEAR contract basis, with the possibility of extension.
Purpose of the post
The Research Fellow (RF) will be responsible to, and work closely with, the Principal Investigator to ensure the successful completion of the proposed projects on time.
Main duties and responsibilities
The RF is expected to:
- design and conduct in-vitro cell culture assays
- develop in-vivo animal models of respiratory diseases
- design and conduct biochemical and molecular biological assays
- design and optimize molecule chemical modifications, if applicable
- support good laboratory management
Qualifications
The applicant should:
- have a PhD degree in the areas of biomedical science or medicinal chemistry
- be able to work independently and in a team, have an investigative nature and attention to details
- have knowledge of computer applications, e.g. SPSS, MS office, PowerPoint and chemical drawing
- have research expertise in biomedical and chemical experimental techniques
Remuneration will be commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications and experience.
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 3 referees to this job portal.
We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
Covid-19 Message
At NUS, the health and safety of our staff and students are one of our utmost priorities, and COVID-vaccination supports our commitment to ensure the safety of our community and to make NUS as safe and welcoming as possible. Many of our roles require a significant amount of physical interactions with students/staff/public members. Even for job roles that may be performed remotely, there will be instances where on-campus presence is required.
Taking into consideration the health and well-being of our staff and students and to better protect everyone in the campus, applicants are strongly encouraged to have themselves fully COVID-19 vaccinated to secure successful employment with NUS.
More Information
Location: Kent Ridge Campus
Organization: Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine
Department: Pharmacology
Employee Referral Eligible: No
Job requisition ID: 16466
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