Research Fellow (Mechanobiology Institute)

Interested applicants are invited to apply directly at the NUS Career PortalYour application will be processed only if you apply via NUS Career PortalWe regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.Job DescriptionThe Mechanobiology Institute (MBI) at the National University of Singapore (NUS) is a leading multi-disciplinary institute devoted to developing new paradigms for understanding biological functions in health and diseases from the perspective of cell, tissue and organ mechanics / dynamics and mechano-signal transduction.

The institute operates on a fully integrated open-lab philosophy, with an extensive infrastructure supported by core facilities dedicated to technology such as state-of-the-art light microscopy, nano- and micro- fabrication, and computing.We are seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Fellow in the Vascular Mechano-medicine Lab of Dr. Shailaja Seetharaman at the MBI and Department of Physiology, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, NUS.

The Vascular Mechano-medicine Lab ( / ) decodes and engineers the fundamental feedback mechanisms driving vascular tissue function in health and disease, with the goal of translating these discoveries into disease prediction and novel therapeutic strategiesThe Research Fellow will combine cell / tissue biology and bioengineering approaches to uncover how vascular mechanobiology goes awry in cardiovascular aging and disease.

The Research Fellow's key responsibilities will include : Designing and conducting experiments integrating microscopy, transcriptomics, and microfabrication to provide mechanistic insights into the regulation of the vasculatureDriving their independent research and working collaboratively with researchers, graduate students, and external partners to support project goalsSetting up and following standard operating procedures and protocols for various experimental methods, and supporting day-to-day lab operationsSupporting and training graduate students / RA / interns in the lab as neededEnsuring adherence to lab safety protocols and regulatory complianceThe selected candidate will be part of a thriving research environment and will have immense opportunities for collaborations within MBI, Physiology and NUS, and across the world.

He / she will also have the opportunity to present research findings at national and international conferences.QualificationsA PhD in cell biology, biophysics, bioengineering, or similar fieldsExpertise in routine cell biology, molecular biology and genetics, biochemistry, and microscopy techniquesExpertise in mechanobiology and prior knowledge of stem cell culture, biophysical tools, mouse models, and microfabrication will be advantageousProven ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative teamProven ability to train graduate students, master's students, or research assistantsStrong organizational, communication, and teamwork skills, and a keen desire for project managementDemonstrated ability to multitask and manage responsibilities effectively in a research environmentTo ApplyApplications should include a cover letter (with statement of research interest and career goals), curriculum vitae (CV), and the contact information of 2-3 references consolidated in a single PDF file.

Informal enquiries are welcome and should be made to Dr. Shailaja Seetharaman at

• regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

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