Assistant Professor (Tenure-track) in Single Molecule Biology
Assistant Professor (Tenure-track) in Single Molecule Biology
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Nanyang Technological University Singapore
NTU is also home to world-class autonomous institutes the National Institute of Education S Rajaratnam School of International Studies Earth Observatory of Singapore and Singapore Centre for Environmental Life Sciences Engineering and various leading research centres such as the Nanyang Environment & Water Research Institute (NEWRI) and Energy Research Institute @ NTU ().
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School of Biological Sciences
Nanyang Technological University Singapore
Tenure Track Assistant Professor in Single Molecule Biology
The School of Biological Sciences (SBS) and the Institute for Digital Molecular Analytics and Science (IDMxS) at Nanyang Technological University (NTU) in Singapore jointly invite applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Single Molecule Biology. We welcome applicants whose research intersects with (but is not limited to) biophysics advanced imaging and/or biochemistry. The successful candidate will join the vibrant School of Biological Sciences which emphasizes fundamental and applied biology and in association with the interdisciplinary research center IDMxS which focuses on cutting-edge technology development for studying complex life science. The appointee will contribute to our expanding focus on understanding biomolecular dynamics assembly organization and reactions in biological processes as well as quantitative single-molecule detection. Furthermore he or she is also expected to show a strong commitment to departmental undergraduate and graduate mentoring and teaching.
SBS and IDMxS encompass a broad range of research areasincluding cell biology physical biology structural biology biochemistry chemical biology bioelectronics molecular spectroscopy and artificial intelligence for biomolecular functionthereby fostering numerous opportunities for interdisciplinary collaborations both within SBS and IDMxS and across the University.
SBS and IDMxS boasts cutting-edge infrastructure to support advanced cell and molecular imaging with systems such as Airscan2 STED-FLIM SDC-TIRF/Laser-ablation/FRAP lattice-SIM and cryo-EM/ET. We also offer comprehensive molecular structural analysis capabilities including mass photometry SEC-MALS NMR and a full suite of proteomics equipment. The successful candidate will enjoy ample opportunities to access these state-of-the-art facilities and to engage with the vibrant research ecosystem on campus.
SBS/CoS and IDMxS seeks a diverse and inclusive workforce and is committed to equality of opportunity. We welcome applications from all and recruit on the basis of merit regardless of age race gender religion marital status and family responsibilities or disability.
Qualifications and requirements:
The candidates should have a PhD or equivalent in a relevant field (Biophysics biochemistry molecular biology or a related discipline) with postdoctoral or other professional experiences in closely related research fields preferably in single molecule biology.
The candidates should have demonstrated in-depth knowledge training and extensive hands-on experience in single molecule techniques including but not limited to biomolecular engineering biological sample preparation data acquisition calibration quantitative data analysis.
Competitive applicants should demonstrate significant research experience in single molecule biology with a strong track record of research productivity and interdisciplinary collaborative research.
The candidates are expected to have adept collaboration and to be willing to work synergistically and establish collaboration with SBS and/or IDMxS colleagues as well as to collaborate with other researchers within and outside the institution.
In addition to developing internationally recognized research excellent teaching ability is also expected of the successful candidate. The candidate is expected to teach both general and advanced undergraduate courses as well as graduate courses in biology. Experience in mentoring graduate students and supervising research projects is highly valued.
Emoluments
The candidate will be offered an attractive compensation package and will be supported by a generous start-up funds and laboratory space.
Application Procedure
Interested applicants are invited to submit through the NTU career portal a completed application package which include:
A cover letter detailing the applicants interest in the position and their qualifications. A curriculum vitae encompassing the full spectrum of the applicants academic and professional experiences. A list of publications highlighting the applicants scholarly contributions to their field. An executive summary outlining the applicants prospective research objectives teaching philosophy and envisioned contributions to service commitments. Contact information (names and email addresses) for three referees prepared to endorse the applicants capabilities and professional demeanor through letters of reference.
The post applied for should be clearly stated in your application.
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Hiring Institution: NTUEmployment Type
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