Job Description

The Cardiovascular & Metabolic Disorders (CVMD) Programme is seeking a highly motivated Research Fellow to support and drive strategic research initiatives in the area of ageing and longevity.

The successful candidate will work closely with Professor Yibin Wang, and a multidisciplinary team of investigators, collaborators, and partners across academia, healthcare, and industry. This role is suited for a candidate with strong scientific training, project management capabilities, and the ability to coordinate complex research initiatives in a dynamic academic research environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide scientific, research, and updates to the Principal Investigator and Co-Investigators for ageing and longevity research initiatives.
• Lead and support research initiatives in ageing and metabolism, with a focus on advancing scientific understanding of the biological mechanisms underlying healthy ageing and longevity.
• Write and review research papers, present research outcomes, conceptualise new ideas and develop plans for independent research which could have a considerable influence and impact on the relevant field attracting research funding.
• Provide support for external grant/protocol development, study design and management of research activities.
• Maintain optimal experiment progress in the laboratory or in the research work undertaken.
• Coordinate and manage complex research projects involving local and international collaborators and stakeholders.
• Contribute to strategic planning, programme development, and reporting to strengthen Duke-NUS ageing and longevity research portfolio.
• Perform other related duties incidental to the work described therein.

Job Requirements

• PhD in a relevant scientific discipline and/or a postgraduate Medical Degree, with at least 3 years of relevant experience in an academic, research institute, healthcare, or institute of higher learning environment.
• Knowledge of the scientific background relevant to the research area and laboratory experimental skills, with expertise and interest in the following areas: bioinformatics surrounding metabolic modelling, single-cell or spatial transcriptomics.
• Experience in translational research, strategic research development, industry-linked projects, and collaboration with international or external partners would be an advantage.
• Demonstrated strong organisational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities, with excellent writing, critical thinking, communication, and presentation skills, and the ability to perform effectively under tight deadlines.
• A resourceful and detail-oriented professional with strong prioritisation, multitasking, and collaboration skills, able to work effectively both independently and within diverse teams.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified. 

More Information

Location: Outram Campus

Organization: Duke-NUS Medical School

Department : Office of Research

Employee Referral Eligible: No

Job requisition ID : 32604