OPPORTUNITIES

To Apply

Download and complete an application form.

Submit your completed application form along with curriculum vitae and three reference letters to:

Mechanobiology Institute, Singapore
National University of Singapore

T-Lab, #05-01
5A Engineering Drive 1

Singapore 117411


Fax: (65) 6872 6123

Email: mbihr@nus.edu.sg

Some positions may require additional supporting documents. Please consult individual advertisements for complete requirements.

Positions are now open in the following areas

Tenure-track faculty

The MBI has available tenure-track positions with those with a background in molecular and cell biology, biophysics, biology-related engineering, or computer sciences, and a commitment to collaborative interdisciplinary research. With an open lab environment and extensive central facilities support, successful candidates can address critical mechanical problems for understanding human health and disease processes including cancer, tissue regeneration and pathogenesis. Successful candidates will hold joint appointments through relevant departments at the National University of Singapore or other Singapore Universities.

In addtion to the application requirments above candidates should submit a full publication list, their research plans and names of three external referees.

Postdoctoral fellows

The Mechanobiology Institute (MBI) at the National University of Singapore (NUS) is based on a collaborative interdisciplinary approach to molecular, cellular and tissue mechanics. Through quantitative biophysical approaches, we address major problems in biomedical sciences including pathogenesis (from bacterial to cancer), tissue regeneration and function.

We are seeking outstanding candidates with strong backgrounds in molecular and cell biology, biophysics, biology-related engineering or computer sciences. Candidates should be prepared to advise on interdisciplinary team projects as well as to execute their own research. Candidates with a PhD or MD will work with PIs towards developing a vibrant research program. In addition to the requirements above, submit a 1-page research statement.

Research assistants

Positions are now open for research assistants at the Mechanobiology Institute (MBI) to be assigned to research groups at the Institute. Candidates are to work under a supervisor and undertake both research administration, laboratory management as well as research work as directed by the supervisor and in the context of the research projects at MBI.

We are looking for candidates who are enthusiastic and self-motivated with good organizational skills. MBI welcomes applications from basic degree holders in Science or Engineering with a preference for candidates with some education in Life Sciences. MBI will undertake to train those with no working experience.

We welcome those interested to join a dynamic research organization which is building towards to be one of the top research institutes of its kind in the world. The position carries a competitive salary, commensurate with experience.