Job Description
The Centre for Nature-based Climate Solutions at the National University of Singapore invites applications for a Research Assistant in Blue Carbon Science. Prior experience in mangroves/seagrass research is an advantage. The position will be for a period of one year with the possibility of renewal subject to performance review. Singapore citizens and permanent residents are preferred.
The main responsibilities of the position include:
- Work within a team of researchers conducting blue carbon field measurements throughout Southeast Asia
- Collect and manage field data on blue carbon stocks and gaseous fluxes, with a particular focus on seagrass and mangrove ecosystems.
- Liaise with corporate and academic partners interested in Blue Carbon
Qualifications
A bachelor’s degree in environmental sciences, geography, biogeochemistry or a similar discipline.
Skills and Experience:
Essential:
- Prior field research experience in geography or wetland ecology
- Familiarity with working in wet lab settings
- Data management and processing skills
- Willingness to undertake fieldwork for extended periods in field sites across Southeast Asia
- Highly organised, proactive, resourceful and have good interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently
Desirable Skills:
- Knowledge of biogeochemical fluxes
- Strong quantitative skills in R, Python or similar
- Experience with basic laboratory techniques such as sediment grain size analysis and soil carbon estimation
- Field research experience in coastal ecosystems
- Prior experience in the measurement of soil carbon stocks and gas fluxes, including measurements of photosynthesis and soil respiration/gas flux
- Prior experience in organising and conducting field research overseas
ABOUT THE CENTRE
The QS World University rankings regularly place NUS in the top 15 universities in the world and number one in Asia. The NUS Centre for Nature-based Climate Solutions is the focal point for world-class research and thought leadership on climate change impacts and solutions in service of society. The Centre aims to deliver new knowledge and solutions to inform policies, strategies and actions by producing credible, salient and legitimate science that informs nature-based climate strategies and actions, building capacity and empowering leadership and communicating and engaging with the wider society. See www.nus.edu.sg/CNCS.
TERMS OF APPOINTMENT
1. The appointment will be tenable for a maximum period of two years.
2. The position comes with competitive remuneration
3. Singapore citizens and permanent residents are eligible for provident fund benefits
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Interested applicants should submit the following via email to cncs@nus.edu.sg with the subject title “Application for Research Assistant in Blue Carbon Science” by 10th July 2024;
- Letter of application explaining the candidate’s past research experience and aptitude for the job description
- Curriculum vitae
- Contact information for 3 referees
Interviews are expected to begin in July 2024. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
An MOE-funded Research Assistant position is available in A/P Cynthia He’s Molecular and Cellular Parasitology Lab. The lab is interested in organelle biology during cell development and stresses. A motivated candidate will be trained to work with experienced researchers on various projects.
The key responsibilities include–
- Management of lab safety, procurement and inventory.
- Assistance on research projects include protein expression, purification, antibody production etc.
- Maintenance of key instruments.
Qualifications–
- A bachelor’s degree in life sciences or a related field.
- Prior experience of research in a cell or molecular biology lab.
- A good command of writing and speaking in English is preferred.
Interested candidates please send CV and names of three referees to Cynthia He (dbshyc@nus.edu.sg).
The Department of Biological Sciences (DBS) at the National University of Singapore (NUS) invites applications for an educator track faculty position as Lecturer in Biotechnology. Candidates with evidence of high-quality teaching, a good publication record, and relevant working and teaching experience in a related field are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate is expected to teach as well as develop graduate and undergraduate courses — either individually or in collaboration with university colleagues and/or industrial partners — in biotechnology.
The position is based in DBS. The department has over 80 full-time faculty members (including 26 on the educator track) with diverse research expertise in three focal areas (Ecology, Evolution, and Biodiversity; Cell, Molecular and Developmental Biology; and Biophysical Sciences) and over 300 full-time graduate students from 19 countries. Teaching and research facilities and support are world-class and the university (www.nus.edu.sg) and department (www.dbs.nus.edu.sg ) are highly regarded internationally.
The department has exceptional breadth and interdisciplinary strength, with vigorous biomedical, agricultural, and molecular biotechnology research programs. The MSc in Biotechnology program reflects that diversity, building on a foundation in molecular biology with rigorous training in genomic data science, advanced molecular genetics, protein design, and specialist courses. The successful candidate should be able to both teach existing courses in genetic engineering and genomic data analysis and contribute to curriculum design for the program itself. Courses may incorporate programming in R or Python.
NUS offers internationally competitive salary packages in Singapore’s low-tax environment.
Interested, strong candidates with a PhD and relevant postdoctoral experience should submit a letter of intent describing their career goals, teaching plans and research interests; a curriculum vitae; and a list of names for 6 relevant referees (including at least 3 academic referees).
Please send the application materials to:
Chair, Biotechnology Search Committee (c/o Ms. Norizan binti Selamat)
Department of Biological Sciences
National University of Singapore 14 Science Drive 4
Singapore 117543
Email: norizan@nus.edu.sg
Closing date of application: The search will continue until suitable candidates are found.
Job Description
The Experimental Marine Ecology Laboratory (EMEL) within the Department of Biological Sciences at the National University of Singapore is seeking to appoint an exceptional candidate to the position of Postdoctoral Research Fellow to work on a major new project “Shore Protection with Integrated Nature-based Solutions—Eco (SPINS-Eco)”. This interdisciplinary research aims to determine the optimal conditions for mangrove, seagrass, coral, and macroalgal establishment and growth within hybrid coastal protection systems in Singapore.
The main responsibilities of the position include:
• Designing protocols to quantify biophysical conditions of both modified and natural tropical coastal habitats
• Carry out intertidal and subtidal biodiversity surveys
• Conduct growth and stress experiments
• Coordinate with sister projects: “SPINS-Hydro” and “SPINS-Meta”
• Prepare research manuscripts, reports and presentations
• Mentor graduate and undergraduate students
Qualifications
Applicants should have completed a PhD in marine biology or ecology. They should have a history of publications consummate with their career stage. Research skills including leadership, excellent statistical and analytical skills, outstanding writing abilities, and the capacity to work within a diverse group of ecologists and marine scientists, are desirable. Candidates with experience in hybrid shorelines, ecological engineering, and related nature-based solutions will be given priority.
Qualifications:
Hold, or is soon to obtain, a PhD in marine biology or ecology
Skills:
Experimental design and analysis (including expertise in R)
Strong written and interpersonal communication skills
Excellent time and resource management
Experience:
Demonstrated ability to conduct experimental work in field, lab, and aquaria
Familiarity with nature-based solutions/ecological engineering
Certified and experienced scuba divers would be preferred
The Department of Biological Sciences (DBS), National University of Singapore (NUS), invites applications for tenure-track faculty positions up to the level of tenured Full Professor in research areas including but not limited to:
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Vector biology and host-pathogen interaction
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Computational biology
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Cell, developmental biology and Biotechnology (e.g. applied fish biology, aquaculture, plant pathology, etc)
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Nature-based climate solutions (impact of Climate Change solutions)
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Biodiversity, conservation and evolutionary biology
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We are looking for highly motivated researchers with a strong passion for research and teaching. Successful applicants are expected to push the boundaries through transdisciplinary research, and should have an outstanding publication record in the relevant areas. They are also expected to excel in teaching students from an interdisciplinary background.
The positions offer a unique opportunity to be part of a leading global university with colleagues leading in their respective fields. The university offers internationally competitive salary packages in Singapore’s low tax environment. The Department is committed to achieving excellence and diversity among its faculty, and female and minority candidates are encouraged to apply for these positions.
Young academics with outstanding research track record can also apply for appointments as NUS Presidential Young Professors (PYP), a tenure-track position with an attractive salary package as an assistant professor at NUS. The position offers SGD 250K white space funding, up to SGD 1 million in a start-up research grant, and scholarships for graduate students. For more information on PYP, please visit www.dbs.nus.edu.sg/nus-presidential-young-professorship/.
The application package should include:
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a cover letter describing career goals and research and teaching interests
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a full up-to-date curriculum vitae (including teaching experience and a list of three referees)
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a research statement summarizing the past achievements and future research plans
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a teaching statement stating teaching philosophy and teaching plans
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The application materials should be sent to:
Chair, Search Committee (c/o Ms. Norizan binti Selamat)
Department of Biological Sciences
National University of Singapore
14 Science Drive 4
Singapore 117543
Fax: (65) 6779 5671; Email: dbsnori@nus.edu.sg
For further information regarding the Department of Biological Sciences, please visit: https://www.dbs.nus.edu.sg
Closing date of application: (Search will continue until suitable candidates are found)
Job Description
The Molecular Breeding Laboratory at the Lee Hiok Kwee Functional Genomics Laboratories, Department of Biological Sciences led by Associate Professor CHEW Fook Tim, is currently looking for a Research Assistant to join the project on the Molecular Breeding of Leafy Greens for Indoor Farming.
The main responsibilities of the position include:
(i) Germplasm evaluation and assessment,
(ii) Key Phenotypic Definition and Evaluation,
(iii) Characterization of Genetic Control,
(iv) Cultivar Development,
(v) Integration of Genomic Data into Cultivation Processes, and
(vi) Multi-Location Trial Evaluations.
Qualifications
Qualifications / Discipline:
• Good Bachelor of Science (Hons) degree in relevant fields.
Skills:
• Able to code in R would be advantages (could also learn on the job).
• Strong motivation and leadership in pursuing challenging scientific questions.
• An ability to work well with interdisciplinary colleagues.
• Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Good time and resource management skills.
Experience:
• Experience in some bioinformatics / genetics / statistics would be useful.
• Experience in mentoring and training junior researchers (including undergraduates and polytechnic interns).
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