Job Description

We are seeking a visiting associate professor (VAP) to join the Laboratory of Assistant Professor Gavin Kuziel in the Synthetic Biology Translational Research Program (TRP) at the National University of Singapore, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine. The Kuziel Lab integrates techniques in plant synthetic biology, high-throughput microbial screening, and chemical genomics to generate mechanistic, systems-level frameworks for how botanicals shape diverse microbe–host symbioses, enabling new strategies to engineer and enhance the resilience of host- or environment-associated microbial communities.

The visiting associate professor will work closely with the Principal Investigator, senior researchers, and lab members to pioneer research at the interface of botanicals, microbiomes, and host homeostasis, with a primary focus on developing environment-responsive microbial biosensors. Appointments will be initially made on a 1-year contract, with the possibility of extension.

Qualifications

• Be an associate professor in the life sciences or a related discipline
• Have extensive hands-on experience in microbiology and microbial genetics
• Have strong organizational skills and keen attention to detail
• Possess the ability to prioritize tasks and manage daily workflows effectively
• Possess good communication skills and a strong desire to work collaboratively in a team environment
  
  

  Remuneration will be commensurate to the candidate's qualifications and experience. Informal enquiries are welcome and should be made to Dr. Kuziel at kuziel@nus.edu.sg

   

  Formal application: Please submit your application, indicating job reference number and current/expected salary, supported by a detailed CV (including personal particulars, academic and employment history, list of publications/oral presentations, and full contacts of two referees). Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.