Research Fellow

The Signature Research Programme in Neuroscience and Behavioural Disorders (NBD) is focused on understanding the structure and function of the nervous system, and the neural mechanisms underlying human neurological, psychiatric and ophthalmological disorders.

The group uses a multidisciplinary approach at the interface between neuroscience (neuroanatomy, electrophysiology, optogenetics, organotypic cultures), genetics (genomics, snRNAseq), human stem cell and tissue biology (human iPSC-derived neurons transplanted in the mouse brain) and high-resolution optical imaging (structural and functional multiphoton microscopy).

We are looking for highly motivated, persistent and committed researchers with a strong interest in the wiring and dysfunction of human cortical circuits, and in how we can increase and harness their regenerative potential to impact the treatment of both neurodegenerative and neuropsychiatric brain disorders.

**Duties and responsibilities**
- Independently carry out the design, execution and analysis of innovative experimental research.
- Conduct accurate monitoring, documenting and reporting of experimental results and/or research findings.
- Write and review research papers, present research outcomes, conceptualise new ideas and develop plans for independent research which could attract funding.
- Provide guidance and mentorship to undergraduate / medical students and research assistants.
- Develop contacts and research collaborations within the School and the wider community.
- Perform other related duties incidental to the work described therein.

**Job Requirement**:

- PhD or MD-PhD degree with strong publication records in relevant areas.
- Demonstrated capability of research independence.
- Demonstrated strategic thinking, management skills and supervision of junior laboratory members.
- Proven ability to integrate in a team and establish and maintain effective professional working relationships.
- Possess excellent writing and critical thinking skills, as well as good communication and presentation skills.
- A team player who is able to prioritise, multi-task and work collaboratively in a diverse workforce.
- CV
- List of publications
- Statement of research interests

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Taking into consideration the health and well-being of our staff and students and to better protect everyone in the campus, applicants are strongly encouraged to have themselves fully COVID-19 vaccinated to secure successful employment with NUS.