Research Fellow (Antiviral Drug Discovery)

The Nanyang Technological University, School of Biological Sciences (SBS), which belongs to the College of Science, was established in 2002 with a mission to make a strong contribution to biological and biomedical sciences. Since then, many talented individuals from around the world and Singapore have joined us, from scientific leaders, researchers, postgraduate students, working across our various fields of research. SBS collaborates with local and international research institutes, universities and hospitals, sharing a common goal to advance basic knowledge and translational application in the biological and biomedical sciences.

The lab of Assistant Professor Xiao Tianshu is looking for a motivated Research Fellow. The candidate would be in charge of day to day running of the lab, purchasing and financial planning. He/she will be involved in experiments that will pinpoint novel antiviral drug inhibitors, as well as actively involved in structural determination of viral fusion proteins

Job Responsibilities

• Responsible for protein expression, purification and analysis using biochemical or biophysical techniques

• Establish cell- or protein-based assays

• Data acquisition, analysis and presentation

• Lab maintenance including cell line maintaining, progress report and documentation

Job Requirements

• PhD degree (Entry level candidates are welcomed to apply) in biological sciences or relevant field

• Strong research experience and track record in protein structural study using Cryo-EM/NMR

• Experience with molecular cloning and protein expression in mammalian cell/insect cell

• Experience with protein purification using affinity chromatography and AKTA system (FPLC), etc

• Experience in virology, cell biology or drug discovery is a plus

The School of Biological Sciences seeks a diverse and inclusive workforce and is committed to equality of opportunity. We welcome applications from all and recruit on the basis of merit, regardless of age, race, gender, religion, marital status and family responsibilities, or disability.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Hiring Institution: NTU

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