Research Fellow (Chemistry/Chemical Biology/Bioengineering)

The School of Chemistry, Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology (CCEB) invites applications for the position of Research Fellow. The successful candidate will join a newly established, interdisciplinary research laboratory focused on developing non-invasive strategies to control gene expression and cellular behaviour.

The Research Fellow will play a significant role in designing and executing independent and collaborative research projects, developing and characterizing engineered molecular systems, mentoring students, and contributing to high-quality publications and grant-related activities. The position offers opportunities to work in a dynamic research environment with access to state-of-the-art facilities and strong interdisciplinary collaborations across NTU.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Design and conduct independent and collaborative research in synthetic biology and protein engineering

• Lead experimental planning, data analysis, and interpretation to generate high-quality, reproducible research outcomes

• Prepare manuscripts for publication in high-impact journals and contribute to grant proposals and research reports

• Supervise and mentor graduate and undergraduate students in experimental techniques and scientific thinking

• Collaborate with faculty and researchers across CCEB and other NTU schools

• Support the overall research mission of the lab by contributing to technology development, knowledge dissemination, and translational opportunities

Job Requirements: 

• PhD in Chemistry/Chemical Biology/Bioengineering or a closely related discipline

• At least one first-author publication in peer-reviewed journals

• Proficiency in common molecular and cellular biology techniques (e.g., cloning, protein expression, cell culture)

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Experience with mentoring students and working effectively in a team-based research environment

For more information, please contact Asst Prof Liu Pei ([email protected]).

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.