Nanjing Tech University

At the heart of SIT’s mission is to nurture industry-ready graduates equipped with deep technical expertise and transferable skills to tackle tomorrow’s challenges. SIT collaborates with industry in our education, while benefitting them with our talent supply and collaborative research achievements. The University’s unique applied learning pedagogy integrates work and study, embedding authentic learning experiences within real-world environments. Through strategic partnerships forged by our faculty with industry, learners bridge theoretical knowledge with practical application in and out of the classroom. Such active & authentic learning opportunities ensures graduates step into their careers with applicable skills and competence. In research, SIT faculty aims to bridge knowledge creation and utilisation. Our faculty collaborates closely with industry on translational research and innovation with focus on addressing pertinent industry challenges to impact businesses.  The Singapore Teaching and Academic Research Talent (START) Scheme is co-funded by the Ministry of Education (MOE) and SIT to encourage and support outstanding young Singaporeans interested in pursuing an academic career at SIT. The Applied Research Fellowship aims to provide doctoral candidates who are about to complete or have recently completed their studies an opportunity to engage in advanced training and/or research at an overseas university for one year.  Besides financial support, awardees will also receive academic mentorship.  Upon completion of the Fellowship, awardees will be considered for Assistant Professorship. Eligibility and Selection Criteria Singapore citizen  Doctoral candidates who have recently completed or are about to complete their studies in a discipline under the supported areas for START below  Excellent academic record plus a high degree of proficiency and motivation for selected research area  Have been accepted or have applied for a postdoctoral training at a leading overseas university in a research area that is aligned with SIT’s supported areas  A keen interest in an academic career Value of Fellowship The Fellowship provides  Monthly stipend  Overseas maintenance allowance  Return economy airfare  Conference and fieldwork grants  Overseas medical insurance  Fellows will also each be assigned a SIT faculty mentor throughout their post-doctoral training and have opportunities to participate in faculty development programmes. The fellowship is tenable for one year. On an exception basis, a two-year programme may be supported. Service Commitment One year for every year of sponsorship. Application Process Applications are open throughout the year via the various links below. Applications received before 15 January 2026 will be considered for the 2026 intake.   Interview by the respective clusters for shortlisted applicants will be conducted throughout the year.   Final Interview by the Panel for shortlisted applicants for the 2026 intake will commence in Mid-March to End April 2026.   Awards will be finalised by July 2026. Supported Areas for START - Engineering   Energy Resilience: Power electronic converters for distributed energy resources and microgrids; High voltage DC transmission and distribution components and systems; Electric propulsions systems for land, sea and air; Wide bandgap solid-state protective devices.  Sustainable Infrastructure Engineering and Maintenance: Construction technology, Tunnel engineering, Integrated BIM for Civil and MEP design optimisation; Non-destructive testing and prognostic maintenance for infrastructure rejuvenation and life extension.  Sustainable Maritime Engineering: Ship design and optimisation towards maritime decarbonisation; maritime battery room design for safety; intelligent ship and operations; autonomous vessels and systems.

Advanced Biomedical Instrumentation Centre Limited (ABIC) is a collaborative effort coordinated by the University of Hong Kong (HKU) undertaking R&D projects at the Hong Kong Science Park. The aim of ABIC is to develop new and disruptive technologies that will meet the needs of the healthcare sector and contribute to human health. Applications are invited for appointments as Project Specialist (Ref.: H01/2025/121) for innovative technology and product development projects specifically in the field of Organoids and Microphysiological Systems (MPS). More experienced candidates can be hired for the Product Development Scientist position. Job Description Designing, developing, and optimizing novel organoid culture protocols, with a strong focus on patient-derived organoids and cancer organoids. Establishing robust 3D cell culture models, including optimization of culture media, extracellular matrix components, and growth factors. Integrating organoid models into Microphysiological Systems (MPS) to create physiologically relevant in vitro platforms. Developing and optimizing assays for drug screening, toxicity testing, and mechanistic studies using organoid and MPS. Conducting experiments to evaluate the efficacy and safety of novel therapeutic agents. Staying abreast of the latest scientific literature and technological advancements in the fields of organoids, MPS, and cancer biology. Translating research outcomes into marketable applications and business opportunities Writing proposals, reports, articles, patents, technical specifications, and other publications  Delivering high-quality presentations to collaborators and partners Handling other relevant tasks as assigned by the supervisor(s) Requirements Master or above in Cell Biology, Biotechnology, Bioengineering, or related life sciences disciplines Mature, self-motivated, and able to work under pressure  Highly proficient and fluent in English in both writing and verbal communications 1+ years of relevant industry (corporate, non-academic) R&D experience in the biotech sector is a MUST, with the following capabilities: Demonstrated expertise in 3D cell culture techniques, with a strong emphasis on organoid culture. Hands-on experience with patient-derived organoid (PDO) culture and characterization  Experience with microphysiological systems (MPS) design, fabrication, and operation is highly desirable Understanding of cancer medicine, including mechanisms of tumorigenesis, oncological drug delivery, and drug resistance Experienced in a wide range of cell biology and drug screening techniques, such as immunofluorescence, microscopy, PCR, flow cytometry, toxicology assays, etc. Experience with Contract Research Organization (CRO) or Laboratory Developed Test (LDT) services is a definite advantage A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits. Applicants should submit their up-to-date C.V., quoting the job reference number, with information on current/expected remuneration and availability, to hr@abic.hk. Review of applications will commence as soon as possible and until the posts are filled. Applications are by HR email only. The personal data provided in your application process will be used for recruitment and other employment-related purpose. The personal data may be transferred and disclosed to, and used by HKU Innovation Holdings Limited and The University of Hong Kong for the above purposes. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.

Description We are inviting applications for a Post-doctoral Associate in the Division of Social Science at NYU Abu Dhabi from individuals who have or will soon receive a PhD in Economics with fields of research in Macroeconomics or Computational Social Science. The appointment is for 2 years and will begin September 1, 2026, subject to final budget approval and visa acquisition by the prospective postdoc candidate. The post-doctoral associate will spend half their time on independent research, and half their time on collaborative research with Professors Alaïs Martin-Baillon, Jordan Norris, and Samreen Malik. The collaborative research will be on macroeconomic expectations, with a focus on firms and the role of networks. An ideal candidate may have experience with surveys and have expertise in computational economics. The position does not require teaching, but it may be possible to get teaching experience for compensation. For consideration, applicants must submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae with full publication list, a job market paper, statement of research interests, transcript and two letters of reference, all in PDF format. If you have any questions, please email Professor Martin-Baillon at alais.martin.baillon@nyu.edu and Professor Norris at jjnorris@nyu.edu. About NYU Abu Dhabi NYU Abu Dhabi is a degree-granting research university with a fully integrated liberal arts and science undergraduate program in the Arts, Sciences, Social Sciences, Humanities, and Engineering. NYU Abu Dhabi, NYU New York, and NYU Shanghai, form the backbone of NYU’s global network university, an interconnected network of portal campuses and academic centers across six continents that enable seamless international mobility of students and faculty in their pursuit of academic and scholarly activity. This global university represents a transformative shift in higher education, one in which the intellectual and creative endeavors of academia are shaped and examined through an international and multicultural perspective. As a major intellectual hub at the crossroads of the Arab world, NYUAD serves as a center for scholarly thought, advanced research, knowledge creation, and sharing, through its academic, research, and creative activities. EOE/AA/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity Employer UAE Nationals are encouraged to apply