Senior Research Fellow (Microscopy and Spectroscopy) Full-time

Senior Research Fellow – Microscopy And Spectroscopy

The Senior Research Fellow will work collaboratively with the researchers from the Institute for Digital Molecular Analytics and Science (IDMxS) on projects involving advanced optical microscopy and spectroscopy (super-resolution microscopy, time-resolved fluorescence), publish research results and apply for research funding to support research projects centered around advanced microscopy and spectroscopy techniques.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Work with IDMxS researchers integrating state-of-the-art imaging, microscopy, and spectroscopy solution in advanced research projects involving materials chemistry, molecular biology, and cell biology.
2. Manage a suite of advanced microscopy and spectroscopy infrastructure, including stimulated emission depletion microscopy (STED) super-resolution microscopy, time-resolved spinning disc confocal fluorescence microscopy, Total Internal reflection fluorescence microscopy, dark field microscopy, optical, Raman, and fluorescence spectroscopy, fluorescence correlation spectroscopy, and fluorescence lifetime imaging.
3. Analyse microscopy images and time-resolved fluorescence spectroscopy data and develop analysis pipelines.
4. Monitor the performance of high-end optical microscopes, troubleshoot technical issues and liaise with external vendors on repairs and servicing.
5. Develop advanced microscopy and spectroscopy capabilities at IDMxS to meet the demands of research projects. Source for technologies needed and implement novel microscopy and spectroscopy techniques at IDMxS.
6. Keep up-to-date on the latest advances in AI-driven image analyses and the latest software developments.
7. Publish research in scientific journals.
8. Apply for competitive research funding and manage funded research projects.
9. Mentor junior researchers in students in optical microscopy, spectroscopy and related data analysis.

Job Requirements:

• PhD in Physics, Chemistry, Biomedical Engineering or related disciplines and at least 5 years of relevant research experience.
• Experience with various modalities of advanced optical microscopy (including confocal and super-resolution microscopy).
• Experience with time resolved fluorescence spectroscopy and/or fluorescence lifetime imaging.
• Experience with stimulated emission depletion microscopy (STED) is an advantage.
• In-depth knowledge of the principles of optical microscopy and fluorescence spectroscopy.
• Experience with microscopy image analysis and data analysis in time-resolved fluorescence spectroscopy.
• Strong publication record.
• Experience with application for competitive research funding is an advantage.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively on interdisciplinary research projects.
• Ability to balance multiple research projects, meet deadlines and effectively collaborate with partners of different backgrounds and levels of expertise.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Hiring Institution: NTU