Job Description

The lab of RNA in Disease and Translational Technologies at the Institute of Molecular and Cell Biology, A*STAR, Singapore is seeking to recruit a highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Fellow/Scientist to join a team developing an RNA aptamer technology platform for protein detection.

The work will involve advanced molecular biology and RNA biochemistry (RNA/aptamer design, in vitro transcription, RNA-EMSA, click chemistry, PCR, molecular cloning), cell biology (cellular assays, cell culture optimization, membrane proteins), and multi-omics. Experience and interest in setting up aptamer-based technologies and bioinformatics analysis pipelines is highly preferred.

Candidates must have a Ph.D. in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Bioengineering, or a related discipline. The successful candidate will have strong expertise in RNA biology, biochemistry, and cell biology techniques, a strong publication record that includes a first-author research paper, and strong scientific writing skills. Specific experience working with RNA aptamers, and with protein detection methods, will be considered a significant advantage. They will be creative, highly motivated, conscientious and be able to work independently, with good organisational, verbal and interpersonal skills. Our lab is collaborative and interdisciplinary and the successful candidate should be able to work effectively and harmoniously in a diverse team. As a Research Fellow, they will also be expected to mentor and train students and Research Officers.

IMCB provides a competitive remuneration package commensurate with your specific qualifications and experience. We welcome interested applicants to submit a brief cover letter, full CV and contact details of two professional referees to Dr Sherry Aw (syaw@imcb.a-star.edu.sg).

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. We regret that only shortlisted applicants will be notified.