National University Of Singapore Hiring! Full Time Assistant Professor in Central Region (Singapore) - Ricebowl

Key Responsibilities

Research Leadership

• Establish and lead an independent research programme investigating RNA biology, RNA interference, microRNA (miRNA), small interfering RNA (siRNA), and post-transcriptional gene regulation.
• Conduct cutting-edge research to elucidate how cellular metabolism influences RNA regulatory mechanisms and cancer biology.
• Develop novel RNA-based therapeutic approaches and identify new molecular targets for precision cancer treatment.
• Translate fundamental discoveries into clinically relevant applications, including RNA therapeutics, biomarkers, and drug development.

Scientific Innovation

• Design and execute innovative research projects integrating molecular biology, RNA biology, genomics, transcriptomics, and functional genomics.
• Investigate the roles of metabolic enzymes and endogenous metabolites in regulating RNA function and cellular homeostasis.
• Apply emerging technologies to study RNA-protein interactions, RNA silencing pathways, and gene expression regulation.
• Identify opportunities for therapeutic intervention through modulation of RNA regulatory pathways.

Grant Development & Research Funding

• Secure competitive national and international research funding.
• Lead multi-investigator grant applications and collaborative research initiatives.
• Manage research budgets and ensure efficient utilisation of research resources.

Research Team Leadership

• Recruit, supervise, and mentor research fellows, research assistants, graduate students, and other laboratory personnel.
• Foster a collaborative, innovative, and inclusive laboratory culture.
• Provide scientific mentorship and career development for junior researchers.

Collaboration

• Develop interdisciplinary collaborations across CSI Singapore, NUS, healthcare institutions, and international research organisations.
• Partner with clinician-scientists to facilitate translational and precision oncology research.
• Engage with pharmaceutical and biotechnology partners where appropriate to accelerate therapeutic development.

Scholarly Activities

• Publish high-impact scientific findings in leading peer-reviewed journals.
• Present research findings at international scientific conferences and symposia.
• Serve on scientific advisory panels, grant review committees, and editorial boards as appropriate.

Teaching & Academic Contributions

• Contribute to graduate education through supervision of postgraduate students.
• Participate in teaching, seminars, journal clubs, and academic training programmes within NUS.
• Support institutional initiatives in research excellence and talent development.

Laboratory & Compliance Management

• Ensure compliance with institutional, biosafety, ethical, and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee laboratory operations, equipment, and research infrastructure.
• Promote good research practices and research integrity.

Qualifications

• Ph.D degree and postdoctoral training in the appropriate field.
• Demonstrated significant creativity and early independence in research

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.