Job Description
The Mechanobiology Institute (MBI) at the National University of Singapore (NUS) is a leading multi-disciplinary institute devoted to developing new paradigms for understanding biological functions in health and diseases from the perspective of cell, tissue and organ mechanics/dynamics and mechano-signal transduction. The institute operates on a fully integrated open-lab philosophy, with an extensive infrastructure supported by core facilities dedicated to technology such as state-of-the-art light microscopy, nano- and micro- fabrication, and computing.
Asst. Prof. Chan seeks a highly motivated individual to join his laboratory on Mammalian Development and Tissue Hydraulics as a postdoctoral fellow at the Mechanobiology Institute in the National University of Singapore. This position is offered under a highly interdisciplinary project that aims to understand lumen and vasculature morphogenesis in ovarian follicle development and ageing. Specifically, the selected candidate will study the biophysical and molecular mechanisms controlling fluid antrum and vasculature dynamics in preovulatory follicles of young and aged mice using ex vivo tissue culture combined with advanced imaging, biophysics and molecular approaches.The selected candidate will also work closely with theorists and collaborators, and have great opportunities to develop their interdisciplinary skills.Other opportunities for growth can also include support for mentoring graduate and undergraduate students, and contributing to grant proposals.
To learn more, please refer to the relevant publications by the lab:
- Biswas (2025), Nature Communications: https://doi.org/10.1038/s41467-025-65390-y
- Leong (2025), bioRxiv: https://doi.org/10.1101/2025.09.09.674793
- Tomida (2025), Seminars in Cell & Developmental Biology: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.semcdb.2025.103642
Requirements
Candidates should hold a PhD in one of the following disciplines: Life Sciences, Biophysics or Bioengineering.
Candidates who are in the final stages of their PhD are also welcome to apply. Additionally, a background in mouse work will be advantageous though not mandatory.
Candidates should also possess the following skills:
- Confocal bioimaging and image analysis
- Some experience in cell/ molecular/ tissue biology
- Highly motivated and independent; open to feedback
- Good communication skills; ability to work well in an interdisciplinary team
Salary and benefits are commensurable to the educational experiences and work experiences of the candidate.
To Apply
Interested applicants should upload the following with their online application:
- a description of research interests
- a full CV and the names of two to three references
Application deadline: 15 December 2026
We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
For more information, please visit https://www.mbi.nus.edu.sg/chii-jou-chan/chii-jou-chan-lab/.
