Research Fellow (Molecular Biology/Biochemistry and Structural Biology)
NTU Institute of Structure Biology (NISB) provides a complete pipeline for Structural Biology to accelerate discovery in basic and applied Bioscience.
At NISB, we aim to integrate a comprehensive set of Structural Biology tools to address fundamental questions in biology, to understand human diseases and to accelerate structure-based drug discovery. We have the expertise and equipment to bring your gene of interest from plasmid to atomic level structure using a series of state-of-the art platforms for Protein expression, biophysical characterization and imaging using cryo-EM, tomography or X-ray crystallography.
For more details, please view https://www.ntu.edu.sg/nisb
We are looking for a Research Fellow to run the NISB protein expression platform. The successful candidate will also be given time to develop his/her own research program in the field of structural biology commensurate with the institute interests in Protein Structure and engineering.
Key Responsibilities:
Interacting with the various academic and industry users of NISB facilities to define their needs and to help design and perform the protein expression together with the core NISB team
Closely interacting with the NISB core team to ensure timely delivery of quality protein samples and deliverables (overexpressed protein with proper protocol and documentation.
Together with the core team, ensure adequate reporting and documentation of the tasks commissioned by the academia and industry users
In-house research and platform technological development
Job Requirement:
A PhD degree in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Structural Biology, Biotechnology or related field
At least 3 years of relevant experiences in similar role / technical hands-on experience in protein related work,
Good written and oral communication skills
Very good publication record in international peer reviewed journals in relevant fields.
Strong ability to work independently, to develop solutions under strict timelines, meticulous and eye for details Excellent organizational and time management skills.
Leadership Competency:
Ability to work harmoniously and efficiently with various academic and industry users.
Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment together with NISB core team.
Possesses international experience, acquired through Postdoctoral experience documented by relevant publications.
We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
Hiring Institution: NTU