Job Description
Job Title:  Research Fellow (Cancer Science Institute)
Posting Start Date:  06/06/2025
Job Description: 

Job Description

The Cancer Science Institute of Singapore (CSI) at the National University of Singapore is seeking a highly qualified and independent Research Fellow to lead and contribute to cutting-edge research in cancer biology. The successful candidate will design and drive research projects, supervise junior lab members, and produce high-impact scientific outputs in collaboration with the Principal Investigator and external partners

 

Duties & Responsibilitie


1. Project Leadership & Scientific Innovation

  • Lead and execute independent research projects aligned with the lab’s goals.

  • Develop and optimise advanced experimental methodologies.

  • Drive hypothesis generation, experimental design, and scientific problem-solving

 

 

2. Data Interpretation & Publication

  • Perform data analysis, interpret findings, and translate results into manuscripts and reports.

  • Prepare and publish scientific papers in peer-reviewed journals.

  • Present findings at local and international scientific conferences.

 

3. Mentorship & Lab Management

  • Mentor junior researchers, including Research Assistants and graduate students.

  • Assist with grant applications, project planning, and budget monitoring.

  • Support overall lab operations, including compliance with regulatory and safety standards.

 

Requirements

  • PhD in Life Sciences, Biomedical Sciences, or a related discipline.
  • Strong track record of research productivity, including first-author publications.
  • Proven ability to work independently and lead research initiatives.
  • Excellent critical thinking, communication, and collaboration skills.