Senior Research Fellow (Biophysics and Assay Development) Full-time

Senior Research Fellow

The Institute for Digital Molecular Analytics and Science (IDMxS) invites applications for the position of Senior Research Fellow.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Contribute to the design, implementation, and optimization of analytical assays based on the optical imaging of functionalized nanospheres and their interactions with biological targets (including nucleic acids and proteins)
2. Synthesize and/or prepare the required assay materials
3. Test a wide range of assay conditions and sample types (potentially clinical samples)
4. Assist in identifying ideal assay targets based on literature/market/survey-based research
5. Collaborate with other IDMxS research clusters (Transduction, Analysis, and Translation) to package the optimized assays into a complete commercial product
6. Perform outreach and collaborate with industry and clinical partners
7. Perform literature reviews and stay up to date on developments in the field
8. Author regular reports and presentations to keep stakeholders updated on progress
9. Contribute to publications and patent applications
10. Collaborate with other IDMxS researchers to conceptualize and propose novel assays when feasible
11. Supervise PhD and undergraduate student projects as required

Job Requirements:

• PhD Degree in Chemistry, Materials Science, Biophysics, or related disciplines
• Excellent knowledge in biochemistry/biophysics (nucleic acid design, protein interactions)
• Experience in analytical assay design and optimization is preferred
• Experience with optical imaging methods is preferred
• Experience in nanomaterials synthesis (gold/silver) and conjugation is a benefit
• Good writing and communication skills
• Proficiency in English
• Ability to thrive in a highly multidisciplinary team-based environment

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Hiring Institution: NTU