Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine invites applications for: Research fellow in the Laboratory of Foo Jia Nee Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine (LKCMedicine) established in September 2010 is a partnership between Imperial College London and Nanyang Technological University, Singapore. The School operates from two campuses – Yunnan Campus at Nanyang Technological University and a new campus to be built at Novena. Our primary healthcare partner is the National Healthcare Group (NHG) which comprises an integrated network of primary healthcare polyclinics, acute care hospitals such as Tan Tock Seng Hospital, and national specialist centres. LKCMedicine delivers a new five-year undergraduate medical programme leading to a joint MBBS degree awarded by Imperial College London and Nanyang Technological University. Our research focuses on using the latest genetics and genomics technologies to understand neurological diseases, especially Parkinson’s disease. We are also interested in the functional follow-up of genetics findings in human pluripotent stem-cell based models. For more information, please visit: ******** We are looking to recruit a research fellow with a strong background and interest in human disease genetics and/or neuroscience, with strong inclination for a career in academia or industry. This individual is expected to: Lead key projects in the laboratory involving in vitro modelling of human neurological diseases using human pluripotent stem cells. Perform experiments on cell culture, molecular cloning, gene editing, immunostaining, confocal microscopy etc Oversee statistical and bioinformatics analyses of genomics and transcriptomics data Work closely with research assistants/associates, students and collaborators to evaluate, troubleshoot and optimize experimental protocols Maintain frequent contact and communication with collaborators Keep up to date with latest research in the field of genetics and neuroscience Participate actively in discussions, writing manuscripts and grant applications. Our laboratory is based at Clinical Sciences Building in the LKCMedicine Novena campus. Background and qualifications: A PhD degree in Biomedical Sciences (preferably related to the field of genetics, stem cell/developmental biology and/or neuroscience) from an internationally renowned university. Prior research experience in molecular biology, cell biology, neuroscience, single-cell genomics/transcriptomics, or statistics and bioinformatics Prior experience in CRISPR/Cas9 gene editing, molecular cloning and stem cell research will be an advantage. Some knowledge in coding (perl, C/C++, java, python, R etc) will also be an advantage Self-motivated, independent and well-organized, with excellent technical and communication skills First-authored publications in reputable biomedical journals will be a major advantage. Application Procedure: If you are interested to pursue a career with the School, please apply to Dr Foo Jia Nee, (email address: jianee.*****@******.edu.sg) with your cover letter, CV and names of three referees at your earliest convenience. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Hiring Institution: LKC A research-intensive public university, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) has 33,000 undergraduate and postgraduate students in the Engineering, Business, Science, Humanities, Arts, Social Sciences, and Graduate colleges. It also has a medical school, the Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine, established jointly with Imperial College London. NTU is also home to world-class autonomous institutes – the National Institute of Education, S Rajaratnam School of International Studies, Earth Observatory of Singapore, and Singapore Centre for Environmental Life Sciences Engineering – and various leading research centres such as the Nanyang Environment Water Research Institute (NEWRI) and Energy Research Institute @ NTU (ERI@N). Ranked amongst the world’s top universities by QS, NTU has also been named the world’s top young university for the past seven years. The University’s main campus is frequently listed among the Top 15 most beautiful university campuses in the world and has 57 Green Mark-certified (equivalent to LEED-certified) buildings, of which 95% are certified Green Mark Platinum. Apart from its main campus, NTU also has a campus in Novena, Singapore’s healthcare district. Under the NTU Smart Campus vision, the University harnesses the power of digital technology and tech-enabled solutions to support better learning and living experiences, the discovery of new knowledge, and the sustainability of resources. For more information, visit www.ntu.edu.sg About NIE About RSIS About LKCMedicine About NTUItive