Personal Particulars Form
FULL-TIME TEACHING ASSISTANT (TA) FOR LIFE
SCIENCES UNDERGRADUATE COURSES
The Department of Biological Sciences is inviting applications
for the post of Full-Time Teaching Assistant (TA) in Life Sciences
undergraduate courses, in the field of Biodiversity and Ecology.Candidates
must hold at least an Honours Degree. Exception may be made where
the candidate has a basic degree plus certain expertise and industrial
experience highly relevant to the courses they will be involved
in. Fresh graduates with HonoursDegree are welcomed to apply.
Duties of the appointed TA include overseeing modules in biodiversity,
ecology and animal behaviour, recruiting, managing and training
of part-time TAs, overseeing the scheduling of field trips and
laboratory practical sessions, and marking of and management
of student's continual assessment and queries. The TA will also
be working as a team with professors and laboratory technicians
to establish long-term goals for student education.
We are looking for someone who is reasonably competent with data
management and administration, can comfortably manage and consult
peers, be understanding of student issues and has a passion for
teaching.
The appointment will commence tentatively late July 2009. It
is for a 1-year contract but is renewable based on performance.
Interested candidates please apply with cover letter and detailed
curriculum vitae, together with letters from three referees by
Fri 3rd July 2009 to:
Lim Miah Kyan (Mr.) Executive,
Life Sciences
Undergraduate Program Committee
C/O Department of Biological Sciences
National University of Singapore
Block S3 Level 5, 14 Science
Drive 4, Singapore 117543
Email: dbslmk@nus.edu.sg
Postdoctoral
Research Fellow
A
Postdoctoral Research Fellow position of the National University
of Singapore (NUS) is available for a research project funded
by the Environment and Water Industry Development Council (EWI),
Singapore to develop an innovative biomimetic membrane incorporating
aquaporins for desalination and water reuse. The successful
applicant will conduct research on: (1) the incorporation of
recombinant aquaporins into various lipid or polymer membranes;
and (2) the characterization of water permeability and selectivity
of biomimetic membranes.
The
candidate should possess a PhD degree in Physical Chemistry,
Biophysics or Biochemistry or related fields, with prior experience
of lipid membranes. Experience in lipid-protein interaction
is advantageous. He/she is expected to be highly motivated,
to work independently and to be cooperative.
The
salary will be commensurate with the educational qualifications
and working experience of the candidates. Annual leave and
medical benefits will be provided.
Interested
candidates are invited to email a detailed resume with contact
information of at least three references and other supporting
documents to: Dr. LIN Qingsong (dbslinqs@nus.edu.sg).
Research
Positions on Zebrafish
Two
research positions are available immediately in a zebrafish
lab. The candidates should have at least a B.Sc degree with
biology or bioinformatics background. They will be involved
in transgenic fish research for biomonitoring and/or cancer
models.
The
job titles are Research Assistant or Research Fellow (postdoctoral
fellow) depending on qualification and salary is negotiable.
Interested
applicants should send cv and arrange two references letters
to:
Prof.
Gong Zhiyuan
Department
of Biological Sciences
National
University of Singapore
Singapore
Email: dbsgzy@nus.edu.sg
Education
and Public Relations Officer
Raffles
Museum of Biodiversity Research (RMBR), Department of Biological
Sciences, Faculty of Science, National University of Singapore
- RMBR
designation: Education and
Public Relations Officer
- Official
NUS designation: Laboratory Technologist
- Salary: Consistent with qualifications and experience, as determined
by the Office of Human Resources, NUS
- Qualifications: Polytechnic diploma, BSc, or BSc (Honours) in biology or
related fields, and/or relevant experience in public relations
and/or public education
- Contract:
Yearly, until conferred permanence (retirement at 62 years
of age)
- Main
role: Handle public relations, education and outreach for the RMBR
- Specific
duties:
- To
guide visitors and VIPs through the RMBR Public Gallery.
- To
host research visitors.
- To
assist in the installation of exhibits in the Public Gallery.
(The Public Gallery is one major facility for public education.)
- To
be the RMBR representative for the Museum Roundtable.
- Communication
with the media (TV, radio, newspapers).
- To
update and provide new materials for the RMBR website.
- Maintaining
the museum's Newsblog.
- To
take charge of the publication of RMBR publicity materials,
e.g., brochure, annual report.
- Recording
the history of the museum to generate announcements or
news items for the RMBR website, or for newspapers.
- To
track the publications outputs of RMBR staff and Research
Associates (Biodiversity and Ecology academic staff of
the Department of Biological Sciences).
- To
track the use of RMBR materials in research publications.
- To
manage the literature collection of the RMBR Library (arranging,
maintaining and cataloguing papers, journals and books
in the museum's library)
- In
charge of the inventory of the RMBR merchandise and consignments.
- Assist
in administration matters of the RMBR.
- To
back up the RMBR secretary during leave periods.
- Applicants: are
to send this form to Assoc. Prof. Hugh Tan, Deputy Director,
Raffles Museum of Biodiversity Research at dbsttw@nus.edu.sg
- Deadline: 15
Jun 2009
Research Assistant
Prof Hew Choy Leong's lab is working on a fish
iridovirus to understand the basic viral replication mechanism
of dsDNA viruses via structural and functional genomics approach.
The lab is looking for a Research Assistant, working from
July 2009 to April 2011. Salary will be commensurate with qualification
and experience, ranging from 3000-4000SGD. Leave and medical
benefits will be provided. Successful applicant is expected to
conduct experiments independently (including cell culture, virus
purification, protein expression & purification, molecular
cloning, mutagenesis, etc.) and can collaborate actively with
the team members.
Requirement: Equal or above MSc or BSc (honors).
Technology of molecular cloning is essential. Prior lab research
experience in cell culture, virus purification and electronic
microscopy is preferred. Candidate with good communication and
interpersonal skills will have advantage.
Interested candidates please send in their
CV and full contacts of at least two referees to:
Dr. Wu Jinlu
Department of Biological Sciences
National University of Singapore
14 Science Drive 4
Singapore 117543
Tel: +65 65168476
Fax: +65 6779 2486
Email:bchsj@nus.edu.sg
Research
Assistant
We are looking for a Research Assistant immediately to work
on a BMRC funded interdisciplinary project - to
explore the 2-6nm resolution molecular architectures and
dynamic events in the native cellular environments of several
in vivo model systems by integrating the emerging cellular
electron tomography (
http://www.dbs.nus.edu.sg/staff/hewz.htm).
Successful applicant is expected to conduct experiments independently
(including protein expression & purification, molecular
cloning, mutagenesis, cell culture, microinjection, etc.);
additional training thin sectioning and transmission electron
microscopy will be provided.
Requirements
- MSc or BSc (honors) in life science
- Singapore citizenship or PR is required.
- Experience in protein expression and purification is required.
- Prior experience in cell biology, developmental biology
will be a plus.
Terms
of Appointment:
The appointment will be initially for one year with possibility
for extensions of up to an additional 2 years.
Remuneration & Benefits:Salary
will be commensurate with qualification and experience. Leave
and medical benefits will be provided.
Contact: Interested
candidates are invited to email a detailed resume, supporting
documents, and together with three names of references to:
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Dr.
Wanzhong He
Department
of Biological Sciences
National
University of Singapore
14
Science Drive 4, Singapore 117543
Email:
dbshw@nus.edu.sg
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A
Postdoctoral Fellow Position Available Immediately
Job
description:
Dr. He's lab is dedicated to explore the 2-6nm resolution
molecular architectures and dynamic events in the native
cellular environments of several in vivo model systems by
integrating the emerging cellular electron tomography (CET),
cryo-electron microscopy platform technology with high resolution
labeling and genetic tools (http://www.dbs.nus.edu.sg/staff/hewz.htm).
In this particular BMRC funded project, we will study the
molecular architectures and dynamic events of the remodeling
tissues during the drosophila embryo development by electron
tomography. Several genetic mutants and RNA interference
kits are available from our excellent collaborators in cell
biology, gene and development; we will create several gene-encoded
tags to trace the 3D distributions of several key proteins
that control the cell skeletons remodeling. Self-motivated
individuals are encouraged to apply this interdisciplinary
project that will aim for high rank publications. The successful
applicant is expected to work with an interdisciplinary team
of electron tomography & cryo-electron microscopy, molecular
biology, genetics and Drosophila development.
Requirements:
-
PhD degree in cell biology, developmental biology, biochemistry,
or related field.
-
Experience in protein expression and purification, microinjection
or transmission
electron
microscopy will be a plus.
Terms
of Appointment:
The appointment will be initially for one year with possibility
for extensions of up to an additional 2 years.
Remuneration & Benefits: Salary
will be commensurate with qualification and experience. Leave
and medical benefits will be provided.
Contact: Interested
candidates are invited to email a detailed resume, supporting
documents, and together with three names of references to:
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Dr.
Wanzhong He
Department
of Biological Sciences
National
University of Singapore
14
Science Drive 4, Singapore 117543
Email:
dbshw@nus.edu.sg
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Immediate RA or PDF
Position available in Zebrafish Interrenal Developmental Biology
A
research appointment, preferably at the POSTDOCTORAL level
or at the RESEARCH ASSISTANT level, are available immediately.
The initial appointment will be for 1 year and can be extended by another year.
A
strong background in zebrafish developmental biology and general
molecular biology is highly desirable, as well as the ability
to work independently and communicate effectively. In addition,
for the appointment at the PDF level, it would be desirable
if the applicant is familiar with DNA microinjection and confocal
microscopy. Successful
candidate can expect a competitive salary and benefit package.
Please
send curriculum vitae, a statement of research interests, and
the full contact information of at least three referees to:
Associate
Professor Chan Woon Khiong
Department
of Biological Sciences
National
University of Singapore,
14
Science Drive 4, Singapore 117543
Email: dbscwk@nus.edu.sg
Full Time Teaching Assistant
The Life Sciences Undergraduate Program Committee
is inviting applications for the post of Full-Time Teaching Assistant
(TA) in Life Sciences undergraduate courses, in either of the
two following fields:
i) General Biology, Molecular and Cell Biology,
Genetics
ii) Biodiversity and Ecology
Candidates must hold at least an Honours Degree
and have relevant working experience. Exception may be made where
the candidate has a basic degree plus certain expertise and industrial
experience highly relevant to the courses they will be involved
in.
Duties of the appointed TA include assisting
in undergraduate practical and tutorial classes, and marking
of students’ submission such as tests, essays, assignments and
term projects. The TA will also provide administrative and logistic
support.
The appointment will commence from July. It
is for a 1-year contract initially but is renewable based on
performance
Interested candidates please apply with cover
letter and detailed curriculum vitae, together with letters from
two referees by Tue 31st March 2009 to:
Lim Miah Kyan (Mr.)
Executive, Life Sciences Undergraduate Program
Committee
C/O Department of Biological Sciences
National University of Singapore
Block S3 Level 5, 14 Science Drive 4, Singapore
117543
Email: dbslmk@nus.edu.sg
Research Assistant
(RA)
We are looking for a Research Assistant
(from March 15th, 2009) to work in the structure biology laboratory
on a project about protein-ligand interaction. Successful applicant
is expected to conduct experiments independently (including protein
expression & purification, molecular cloning, mutagenesis,
etc.) and can collaborate actively with the team members.
For more information, please refer to Web: http://www.dbs.nus.edu.sg/staff/song_j.htm.
Requirement: MSc or BSc (honors) in life sciences.
Technology of molecular cloning is essential. Prior lab research
experience in protein science, and biochemistry is preferred.
Candidate with good communication and interpersonal skills will
have advantage.
Interested candidates please send in their
CV and full contacts of at least two referees to:
Associate Professor Song Jianxing
Department of Biological Sciences
National University of Singapore
14 Science Drive 4
Singapore 117543
Tel: +65 65161013
Fax: +65 6779 2486
Email:bchsj@nus.edu.sg
Laboratory
Executive
The
group of Dr. Gijsbert Grotenbreg is seeking to fill a position
for Laboratory Executive. The successful candidate will become
member of this dynamic new laboratory that is located in the
Immunology Programme of the Life Science Institute at the National
University of Singapore.
Responsibilities:
- Laboratory
organization
- Ordering
supplies
- Book
keeping
- Preparation
of reagents
- Assisting
in molecular biology experiments such as designing and cloning
DNA constructs, recombinant protein expression and purification.
Requirements:
- MSc,
BSc with Honors, or BSc in life sciences, immunology, biotechnology
or related subjects with laboratory experience.
- Verbal
and written English communication skills are considered important.
- Experience
with molecular biology and/or immunology is an advantage.
The
successful candidate will be self-motivated with a flexible
attitude, and have excellent organizational, technical and
social skills. Interested individuals should send their application,
updated curriculum vitae, current and expected salary together
with three names of references to:
Dr.
Gijsbert Grotenbreg
National University of Singapore
Departments
of Microbiology and Biological Sciences
Immunology
Programme
28
Medical Drive
Centre
for Life Sciences, #03-05
Singapore
117456
Email: gijsbert.grotenbreg@gmail.com
Salary
and benefits will be commensurable to educational qualifications
and working experience. To ensure full consideration, all application
materials should be presented in a single submission. Applications
will be reviewed starting February 01, 2009 and accepted until
the position is filled.
PostDoctoral
Research Fellow
Job
Description: The
project aims to understand innate immune signaling in host-pathogen
interaction, in particular, to elucidate the role(s) of TLR-adaptors
in immunomodulation. The successful applicant is expected
to work with an interdisciplinary team of biochemists, molecular
biologists and microbiologists, to achieve a common goal. The
candidate is expected to conduct independent research, collaborate
actively with the team members, and help supervise graduate/undergrad
students.
Requirements:
-
PhD degree in Biochemistry, Cell Mol Biol or Microbiology or
related field.
-
Experience in immunochemistry, protein chemistry and ROS-induced
signaling is advantageous.
Remuneration & Benefits: Gross
monthly salary will be commensurate with qualification and
experience. Leave and medical benefits will be provided.
Terms
of Appointment: The
appointment can commence immediately and will be initially
for one year with possibility for extensions of up to an
additional two years.
Contact: Interested
candidates are invited to email a detailed resume, and copies
of supporting documents to: Professor Ding Jeak Ling
website: http://www.dbs.nus.edu.sg/staff/djl.htm
Email: dbsdjl@nus.edu.sg
PostDoc
Fellow to fill an immediate vacancy
- With
experience on cell molecular biology & signaling, to
work in the area of host-pathogen interaction and immune
signaling response.
- The
candidate is expected to do his own project and help
mentor junior students.
- Team-spiritness
and leadership qualities are advantageous.
- Salary
is commensurate with level of entry, experience and strong
publications.
Please
send a full CV and names & addresses of 3 referees
to
Professor Jeak Ling DING (dbsdjl@nus.edu.sg),
Dept Biological Sciences, National University of Singapore
Website:
http://www.dbs.nus.edu.sg/staff/djl.htm
Research Assistant (RA) position available:
We
are looking for a Research Assistant (from Sept. 1, 2008)
to work in the molecular angiogenesis laboratory on a proteomics
liver cancer project. Formation of new blood vessel (angiogenesis)
is critical for cancer progression. For more information, please
refer to Web: www.dbs.nus.edu.sg/staff/ge.html.
Requirement:
MSc or BSc (honors) in life sciences. Prior lab research experience
in molecular, cell biology or biochemistry preferred. Candidate
with good communication and interpersonal skills will have advantage.
Interested
candidates are to send in their CV and full contacts of at least
two referees to:
Dr.
Ruowen Ge, Department of Biological Sciences, National University
of Singapore, Singapore, 119260.
Email: dbsgerw@nus.edu.sg
Postdoctoral (Research Fellow) position
available immediately:
We
are looking for a molecular cell biologist or biochemist to
work on a novel angiogenesis inhibitor for anti-cancer therapeutic
development and study its mechanisms of function. For more information
of our research, please visit http://www.dbs.nus.edu.sg/staff/ge.htm or
contact Dr. Ge Ruowen.
Candidate with PhD and a prior experience
in molecular or cell biology or biochemistry is preferred. Interest
in cancer, angiogenesis and gene function are required.
Interested candidates, please send
your CV, research interest and full contacts of at least three
referees to:
Dr.
Ruowen Ge, Department of Biological Sciences, National University
of Singapore, Singapore, 119260. (phone) 65-6874-7879; (fax)
65-6779-2486; Email: dbsgerw@nus.edu.sg.
RESEARCH
ASSISTANT (RA) AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY
Job
Description: The
project aims to
identify, describe, analyse, compare and contrast the nanostructures
of UV coloration using a
multi-disciplinary approach (i.e., behaviour, bio-imaging,
optics, biophysics and theoretical modelling) to elucidate
the mechanisms for UV reflection in focal arthropod groups. Successful
applicant is expected to work with an interdisciplinary team
of behavioural biologists, biophysicists, bio-imaging experts
and physiologists to achieve a common goal. The candidate
is expected to conduct independent research on one or more
focus arthropod groups, collaborate actively with the team
members, and supervise graduate students.
Qualification: Qualified
candidate should have a MSc degree and strong backgrounds in
animal behaviour, biophysics, bio-imaging and/or modelling.
Those who have strong experience in biophotonics or are wiling
to do electron microscopy are desirable.
Remuneration & Benefits: Successful
candidate can expect a competitive salary and benefit package.
Terms
of Appointment: The
appointment can commence immediately and will be initially
for one year with possibility for extensions of up to an
additional 1-2 years.
Contact: Interested
candidates are encouraged to email
their application, including cover letter, resume, publication
list, and names of three references to:
Associate
Professor Li Daiqin
Department
of Biological Sciences
National
University of Singapore
14
Science Drive 4
Singapore
117543
Tel:
+65 6516 4372
Fax:
+65 6779 2486
Email:
dbslidq@nus.edu.sg
The
SDWA Peatlands Programme in Singapore is looking for 2 Postdoctoral
Research Fellows and 3 PhD candidates
SE
Asia has 27 million hectares (10% of its land area) of tropical
lowland peatland originally covered with rainforest, the greatest
extent in the World. Recent and rapid degradation of most of
these peatlands through drainage, deforestation and burning
is not only a major contributor to fire and haze problems that
affect the region, but also to loss of agricultural productivity,
natural forest and soil carbon. The latest aspects cause the
greatest soil carbon emission and some of the greatest biodiversity
loss globally, which is attracting worldwide attention to conservation
of these peatlands.
The
SDWA Peatlands Programme aims to contribute to the knowledge
base for peatland conservation efforts, with a focus on water
management in relation to hydrology, ecology and soil science.
Specific items are development of study sites, training programmes
and spatial planning tools.
Postdoc
1: Geographer / Soil Scientist, focus
areas:
- Soil
and carbon emission studies
- Peatland
hydrology studies
Postdoc
2: Ecologist, focus areas:
- Ecology
and biodiversity studies
- Land
cover change monitoring and analysis
PhD
candidate 1: Hydrologist, focus area:
- Peatland
hydrology studies
PhD
candidate 2: Geographer / Soil Scientist, focus area:
- Soil
and carbon emission studies
PhD
candidate 3: Ecologist, focus area:
- Ecology
and biodiversity studies
The
Peatland Programme is highly multidisciplinary in nature, and
applicants will be expected to work closely together on different
topics. Because of the overlap between topic areas, we are
open to candidates that would bring combinations of qualifications
other than specified in the specific position descriptions.
We specifically invite applicants with a record in tropical
wetland or forest research.
SDWA
is a collaboration between the National University of Singapore
(NUS), Deltares | Delft Hydraulics (the Netherlands), and PUB.
The home base of SDWA activities is in Singapore; activities
in the Peatland Programme will require frequent fieldwork at
study sites in Indonesia.
The
programme will last at least 4 years. Positions are available
from now onwards. International applicants are welcome. Remuneration
will be in accordance with the NUS standards, dependent on
applicant qualifications and experience.
For
further information, see: www.sdwa.nus.edu.sg/joinus_PEAT_pdrf.html
Applicants
may submit by e-mail a statement of research interest (indicating
the position of specific interest), along with a detailed CV
including supporting details for the above requirements, publication
list, and contact details of 3 referees. Please send applications
to:
Dr
Aljosja Hooijer
Principal
Investigator, S
DWA Peatlands Programme
email: cvetph@nus.edu.sg
We
regret to inform you that only shortlisted candidates will
be contacted.
Immediate RA
and PDF Positions available in Human Embryonic Stem Cell Research
Two
research appointments, one at the POSTDOCTORAL level and
another at the RESEARCH ASSISTANT level, are available immediately.
The
project examines the functional roles of natural antisense
transcripts (NATs), and nuclear receptors in the maintenance
of pluripotency in human embryonic stem cells (hESCs). Investigations
will involve the detailed identification of NATs in hESCs,
functional analyses by overexpression and RNAi, and the generation
of specific lineage tracing gene markers suitable for the
study of undifferentiated hESCs and their differentiated
progenies.
A
strong background in molecular and/or cell biology is highly
desirable, as well as the ability to work independently and
communicate effectively. For the PDF position, it would be
desirable if you have a publication record in any aspect
of human embryonic stem cells. For the RA position, it would
be desirable if you have tissue culture experience. Successful
candidates for the PDF and RA positions can expect a competitive
salary and benefit package. Only
short-listed candidates will be informed of their outcome
of their application.
Please
send curriculum vitae, a statement of research interests,
and the full contact information of at least three referees
to:
Associate
Professor Chan Woon Khiong
Department
of Biological Sciences
National
University of Singapore,
14
Science Drive 4,
Singapore 117543
Email: dbscwk@nus.edu.sg
