Principal Investigator / Senior Principal Scientist / Senior Research Fellow (Metabolic Engineering), SRTT SIBER

The Singapore Integrative Biosystems & Engineering Research (SIBER) SRTT harnesses synthetic biology capabilities to aid the sustainable transformation of Singapore?s Energy & Chemicals sector with the aim to expand to other sectors. It will create a synthetic biology platform initially for sustainable chemicals and fuels, powered by a unique organism library utilising the biodiversity of Singapore. SIBER?s vision is to be a premier hub in industrial biotechnology innovation for the energy / chemicals as well as other sectors, empowering Singapore to seize opportunities in the future bioeconomy.

We are looking for a Principal Investigator / Senior Principal Scientist / Senior Research Fellow with expertise in metabolic engineering to join our laboratory in A

• STAR SIBER SRTT.

Job Description :

• Lead, design and perform experiments involving cutting-edge strain engineering and / or metabolic engineering harnessing synthetic biology and engineering biology approaches for the production of high-value chemicals in microbial cell factories. This also includes, for example, aspects of laboratory automation, protein biochemistry, cell-free systems, biosensing, biosynthesis pathway assembly.
• Develop applied research, translational and commercialisation strategies, in coordination with the SRTT leadership team.
• Work closely with the other SIBER SRTT team members as well as other relevant research institutes in A
• STAR.
• Apply for individual research grants as part of career development and apply proactively for other research proposals.
• Present findings at seminars, meetings and national / international conferences.
• Write manuscripts for publication.
• Contribute to mentorship of PDRA, students, interns and technicians in the laboratory.
• Be an excellent communicator and team player.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with local and international research network

Requirements :

• PhD in Life Sciences, Biology, Biochemistry or a related field.
• At least 4 or more years of postdoc experience or independent research experience and leading a research team.
• Strong background in synthetic biology / engineering biology, molecular biology, biochemistry, chemical engineering, with a demonstrated capability for developing and implementing independent research activities at the cutting edge of the field.
• Track record of peer-reviewed scientific publications with at least five first-authored or last-authored papers in internationally recognised journals.
• Think methodically and have dedication, motivation, creativity and passion for scientific research and continuous learning.
• Exceptional analytical, experimental design, technical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in communication by doing so in a straightforward and accurate manner, writing and editing scientific documents.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively and efficiently in an interdisciplinary team.
• Strong supervisory skills.
• A strong interest in the translational and applied aspects of research, including collaborations with industrial partners.
• Experience in omics technologies, HTP automation facilities, data analysis using various software, Design of Experiments and programming will be a plus.

We offer :

• A well-funded laboratory supported by A
• STAR, the National Research Foundation (NRF) and industry to pursue a combination of exciting projects and your scientific interests.
• A nurturing, supportive and stimulating environment with close mentorship to develop your scientific career.
• Access to state-of-the-art technologies, scientific resources, core facilities and infrastructure housed within A
• STAR to facilitate your research work.
• Access to collaborations with industrial partners to translate research findings to commercial applications and societal impact.