NTU SINGAPORE

Research Fellow (Chemical Biology/Microbiology/Biomedical Engineering)

NTU Main Campus, Singapore Full time

The School of Chemistry, Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology (CCEB) invites applications for the position of Research Fellow.

The Research Fellow  will take on a significant role in  Asst Prof QIAO YUAN’s lab to drive Chemical Biology aspects to investigate gut microbiota-derived metabolites in the host.

Key Responsibilities: 

  • Responsible for the design and development of protein biosensors/analytical methods to detect gut microbiota-derived metabolites.

  • Responsible for chemical synthesis of bacterial metabolites and assay development for biological characterization.

  • Play a part in the AI-assisted method development to optimize LC-MS/MS methodologies and software development.

Job Requirements: 

  • A recent PhD graduate with expertise in Chemical Biology, Microbiology, Biomedical Engineering or related field.

  • Must have research experience with molecular cloning, recombinant protein overexpression and purification, CRISPR-cas techniques for gene deletion and overexpression, mammalian cell culture. Prior experience in chemical synthesis and/or structural biology are preferred.

  • Demonstrate strong publication track-record, as evidenced by at least first-author publication in high quality journals.

  • Must have strong organizational, critical thinking, interpersonal skills.

  • Must be highly motivated and independent and be able to supervise PhD/master students.

For more information about our laboratory, please go to www.yqiaolab.com

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Hiring Institution: NTU