Job Description

The Special Fellow program offered by Cancer Science Institute of Singapore (CSI) aims to attract young scientists with exceptional talent and potential to become Principal Investigators (PIs). Successful applicants are provided with the rare opportunity to be creative and develop their own independent research program at an early stage of their career, while receiving mentorship from experienced Pls in CSI. A world-class scientific environment with resources, technologies and cutting-edge equipment will be available to support innovative research. 

Successful candidates will join a dynamic, collaborative environment and gain access to:

• State-of-the-art laboratories and world-class core facilities
• Annual start-up support of $100,000 and institutional research funding for up to 4 years
• A competitive salary package aligned with global benchmarks
• Opportunities for cross-disciplinary collaborations within NUS and with global academic and industry partners

Candidates should possess and demonstrate the following:

• A PhD and/or M.D. degree in a relevant discipline
• An established record of research excellence, with international competitiveness for their career stage
• A distinguished track record of research, publications, and leadership in cancer research
• Proven ability to secure funding and drive impactful, multidisciplinary research programs

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Application Documents

To facilitate the application process, Candidates are invited to submit the following:

1. Cover Letter
   • Describe your background, expertise, and alignment with CSI's mission
2. Comprehensive CV
   • Include a full publication list, grants, awards, and leadership roles
3. Key Achievements and Future Plans (up to 1500 words)
   • Summarize your pivotal contributions to cancer research
   • Outline your future research goals and potential synergies with CSI
4. References
   • Contact details of three senior colleagues willing to provide letters of reference