Research Fellow (Lipid or Polymer Formulation) Full-time

Post-Doctoral Fellow Position

The Laboratory for RNA Delivery Therapeutics @ NTU is seeking a post-doctoral fellow to design and synthesize new lipids or polymers that are stimuli-responsive and suitable for nanoparticle delivery formulations. This research will be in collaboration with other top international scientists from MIT, and Boston University.

Key Job Purpose: We are looking for a research fellow for the lab to conduct research in novel stimuli-responsive delivery vehicles for RNA therapeutics.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop stimuli-responsive nanoparticle delivery formulations
• Develop optimum formulations for RNA delivery
• New lipid or polymer design and synthesis
• Nanoparticle characterization
• Bioimaging of mammalian cells and delivery formulations
• Mice studies
• RNA transfection efficiency and particle measurements

Job Requirements:

• Recent PhD graduates in chemical engineering, bioengineering, chemistry, materials science and engineering or related fields with knowledge in RNA delivery and independent research are strongly encouraged to apply or inquire.
• PhD qualification degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science or related field
• At least 5 years of relevant experiences in PHD or beyond / technical hands-on experience in stimuli-responsive nanoparticle Delivery Formulations and evaluation
• Familiarity with stimuli-responsive RNA delivery formulations and evaluation (e.g. top research groups and classical LNP formulations)
• Good written and oral communication skills (if applicable)
• Proficiency in RNA formulation / RNA formulation evaluation
• Mice studies, and bioimaging (confocal, FRET, FRAP, etc)
• Lipid or polymer synthesis
• Competent in oral / written technical communications, and technical leadership (required to supervise junior researchers, like PHD students)
• Interpersonal skill (e.g. Ability to work independently / develop solutions under strict timelines, meticulous and eye for details / excellent organizational / time management skills)
• Entry level PHD graduating candidates are welcome to apply
• For Senior Research Fellow:
• Ability to supervise PHD students
• Ability to build rapport and influence stakeholders at all levels
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Possesses international experience, with a strong network of contacts in the region.

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Hiring Institution: NTU