Research Fellow (Mechanobiology Institute)

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Job

Description

The

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 (

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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 strategies

The 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 vasculature

Driving their

independent research and working collaboratively with researchers,

graduate students, and external partners to support project

goals

Setting up and following standard

operating procedures and protocols for various experimental

methods, and supporting day-to-day lab operations

Supporting and training graduate students / RA / interns in

the lab as needed

Ensuring adherence to lab

safety protocols and regulatory

compliance

The 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.

Qualifications

A PhD in cell biology, biophysics, bioengineering, or

similar fields

Expertise in routine cell

biology, molecular biology and genetics, biochemistry, and

microscopy techniques

Expertise in

mechanobiology and prior knowledge of stem cell culture,

biophysical tools, mouse models, and microfabrication will be

advantageous

Proven ability to work

independently and as part of a collaborative team

Proven ability to train graduate students, master's

students, or research assistants

Strong

organizational, communication, and teamwork skills, and a keen

desire for project management

Demonstrated

ability to multitask and manage responsibilities effectively in a

research

environment

To

Apply

Applications

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

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shailaja.seetharaman@gmail.com .

We

regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.