55 Postdoctoral Researcher jobs in Malaysia

SIBER SRTT PDRA position in Bioprocess Engineering for initially 3 years with a possibility to extend the appointment for an additional 2 years. A*STAR Strategic Research and Translational Thrusts (SRTTs) are mission-focused programmes in strategic and emerging areas that are cross-disciplinary and of wider strategic interest to A*STAR and Singapore. Set up to address ambitious technological challenges towards impactful outcomes, each SRTT is led by a Programme Director (PD) and is centrally facilitated and supported by A*STAR HQ. The

Singapore Integrative Biosystems & Engineering Research (SIBER) SRTT

harnesses synthetic biology capabilities to aid the sustainable transformation of Singapore’s Energy & Chemicals sector with the aim to expand to other sectors. It will create a synthetic biology platform initially for sustainable chemicals and fuels, powered by a unique organism library utilising the biodiversity of Singapore. SIBER’s vision is to be a premier hub in industrial biotechnology innovation for the energy / chemicals as well as other sectors, empowering Singapore to seize opportunities in the future bioeconomy. We are looking for a

postdoctoral researcher with expertise in bioprocess engineering

to join our laboratory in

A*STAR SIBER SRTT. Job Description: Perform experiments involving cutting-edge strain engineering and / or metabolic engineering harnessing synthetic biology and engineering biology approaches for the production of high-value chemicals in microbial cell factories. This includes, for example, aspects of bioprocessing, cell-free systems and or continuous culture and other fermentation systems Work closely with the Principal Investigator and also with the other SIBER SRTT team members as well as other relevant research institutes in A*STAR. Apply for individual research grants as part of career development Present findings at seminars, meetings and national / international conferences Write manuscripts for publication. Contribute to mentorship of students, interns and technicians in the laboratory Be an excellent communicator and team player. Build and maintain strong relationships with local and international research network. Requirements: PhD in Life Sciences, Biology, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering or a related field Strong background in process engineering, chemical engineering, and synthetic biology / engineering biology, with a demonstrated capability for developing and implementing independent research activities at the cutting edge of the field. Track record of peer-reviewed scientific publications in internationally recognised journals. Having at least one first-authored paper will be a plus. Think methodically, and have dedication, motivation, creativity and passion for scientific research and continuous learning Exceptional analytical, experimental design, technical and problem-solving skills Communicate in a straightforward and accurate manner, writing and editing scientific documents. Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively and efficiently in an interdisciplinary team. A strong interest in the translational and applied aspects of research, including collaborations with industrial partners. Experience in downstream processing, Design of Experiments (DoE), programming will be a plus. Strong supervisory skills will also be a plus. We offer: A well-funded laboratory supported by A*STAR, the National Research Foundation (NRF) and industry to pursue a combination of exciting projects and your scientific interests. A nurturing, supportive and stimulating environment with close mentorship to develop your scientific career. Access to state-of-the-art technologies, scientific resources, core facilities and infrastructure housed within A*STAR to facilitate your research work. Access to collaborations with industrial partners to translate research findings to commercial applications and societal impact. The above eligibility criteria are not exhaustive. A*STAR may include additional selection criteria based on its prevailing recruitment policies. These policies may be amended from time to time without notice. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

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SIBER SRTT PDRA position in Computational biology or Systems Biology for initially 3 years with a possibility to extend the appointment for an additional 2 years.

A*STAR Strategic Research and Translational Thrusts (SRTTs) are mission-focused programmes in strategic and emerging areas that are cross-disciplinary and of wider strategic interest to A*STAR and Singapore. Set up to address ambitious technological challenges towards impactful outcomes, each SRTT is led by a Programme Director (PD) and is centrally facilitated and supported by A*STAR HQ.

The Singapore Integrative Biosystems & Engineering Research (SIBER) SRTT harnesses synthetic biology capabilities to aid the sustainable transformation of Singapore’s Energy & Chemicals sector with the aim to expand to other sectors. It will create a synthetic biology platform initially for sustainable chemicals and fuels, powered by a unique organism library utilising the biodiversity of Singapore. SIBER’s vision is to be a premier hub in industrial biotechnology innovation for the energy / chemicals as well as other sectors, empowering Singapore to seize opportunities in the future bioeconomy.

We are looking for a postdoctoral researcher with expertise in computational biology or systems biology to join our laboratory in A*STAR SIBER SRTT.

Job Description:

• Contribute to the development and application of state-of-the-art computational tools to direct and inform the microbial strain engineering and metabolic engineering activities of the SIBER SRTT experimental team to produce high-value chemicals in microbial cell factories. This can include, for example, computational approaches to genome mining and retro(bio)synthesis, metabolic pathway modelling and optimisation, protein structure design for novel and improved biochemical functionalities, and the analysis of omics profiles of engineered strains to drive further iterations of the design cycle. All of these should be empowered by the latest advances in artificial intelligence and machine learning (AI/ML) where appropriate.
• Work closely with the PIs leading the computational work and with the other SIBER SRTT team members
• Apply for individual research grants as part of career development and apply proactively for research proposals
• Present findings at seminars, meetings and national / international conferences
• Write manuscripts for publication
• Contribute to mentorship of students, interns and technicians in the laboratory
• Be an excellent communicator and team player
• Build and maintain strong relationships with local and international research network

Requirements:

• PhD in Computational Biology, Systems Biology, Bioinformatics, Cheminformatics, or a related field.
• Strong background in current developments in computational biology and systems biology, including relevant aspects of AI/ML, with demonstrated capability for developing and applying state-of-the-art tools for concrete biological applications at the cutting edge of the field.
• Excellent understanding of the key concepts and techniques of synthetic biology / engineering biology, molecular biology, biochemistry, chemical engineering, and process engineering.
• Track record of peer-reviewed scientific publications in internationally recognised journals. Having at least one first-authored paper will be a plus.
• Dedication, motivation, creativity and passion for scientific research and continuous learning.
• Exceptional analytical, experimental design, technical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in communication, writing and editing scientific documents.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively and efficiently in an interdisciplinary team.
• A strong interest in the translational and applied aspects of research, including collaborations with industrial partners.
• Experience in omics technologies, data analysis, Design of Experiments (DoE), metabolite modelling, programming will be a plus.
• Strong supervisory skills would be also be a plus.

We offer:

• A well-funded laboratory supported by A*STAR, the National Research Foundation (NRF) and industry to pursue a combination of exciting projects and your scientific interests.
• A nurturing, supportive and stimulating environment with close mentorship to develop your scientific career.
• Access to state-of-the-art technologies, scientific resources, core facilities and infrastructure housed within A*STAR to facilitate your research work.
• Access to collaborations with industrial partners to translate research findings to commercial applications and societal impact.

The above eligibility criteria are not exhaustive. A*STAR may include additional selection criteria based on its prevailing recruitment policies. These policies may be amended from time to time without notice. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

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SIBER SRTT PDRA position in Computational biology or Systems Biology for initially 3 years with a possibility to extend the appointment for an additional 2 years. A*STAR Strategic Research and Translational Thrusts (SRTTs) are mission-focused programmes in strategic and emerging areas that are cross-disciplinary and of wider strategic interest to A*STAR and Singapore. Set up to address ambitious technological challenges towards impactful outcomes, each SRTT is led by a Programme Director (PD) and is centrally facilitated and supported by A*STAR HQ. The

Singapore Integrative Biosystems & Engineering Research (SIBER) SRTT

harnesses synthetic biology capabilities to aid the sustainable transformation of Singapore’s Energy & Chemicals sector with the aim to expand to other sectors. It will create a synthetic biology platform initially for sustainable chemicals and fuels, powered by a unique organism library utilising the biodiversity of Singapore. SIBER’s vision is to be a premier hub in industrial biotechnology innovation for the energy / chemicals as well as other sectors, empowering Singapore to seize opportunities in the future bioeconomy. We are looking for a

postdoctoral researcher with expertise in computational biology or systems biology

to join our laboratory in

A*STAR SIBER SRTT. Job Description: Contribute to the development and application of state-of-the-art computational tools to direct and inform the microbial strain engineering and metabolic engineering activities of the SIBER SRTT experimental team to produce high-value chemicals in microbial cell factories. This can include, for example, computational approaches to genome mining and retro(bio)synthesis, metabolic pathway modelling and optimisation, protein structure design for novel and improved biochemical functionalities, and the analysis of omics profiles of engineered strains to drive further iterations of the design cycle. All of these should be empowered by the latest advances in artificial intelligence and machine learning (AI/ML) where appropriate. Work closely with the PIs leading the computational work and with the other SIBER SRTT team members Apply for individual research grants as part of career development and apply proactively for research proposals Present findings at seminars, meetings and national / international conferences Write manuscripts for publication Contribute to mentorship of students, interns and technicians in the laboratory Be an excellent communicator and team player Build and maintain strong relationships with local and international research network Requirements: PhD in Computational Biology, Systems Biology, Bioinformatics, Cheminformatics, or a related field. Strong background in current developments in computational biology and systems biology, including relevant aspects of AI/ML, with demonstrated capability for developing and applying state-of-the-art tools for concrete biological applications at the cutting edge of the field. Excellent understanding of the key concepts and techniques of synthetic biology / engineering biology, molecular biology, biochemistry, chemical engineering, and process engineering. Track record of peer-reviewed scientific publications in internationally recognised journals. Having at least one first-authored paper will be a plus. Dedication, motivation, creativity and passion for scientific research and continuous learning. Exceptional analytical, experimental design, technical and problem-solving skills. Proficiency in communication, writing and editing scientific documents. Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively and efficiently in an interdisciplinary team. A strong interest in the translational and applied aspects of research, including collaborations with industrial partners. Experience in omics technologies, data analysis, Design of Experiments (DoE), metabolite modelling, programming will be a plus. Strong supervisory skills would be also be a plus. We offer: A well-funded laboratory supported by A*STAR, the National Research Foundation (NRF) and industry to pursue a combination of exciting projects and your scientific interests. A nurturing, supportive and stimulating environment with close mentorship to develop your scientific career. Access to state-of-the-art technologies, scientific resources, core facilities and infrastructure housed within A*STAR to facilitate your research work. Access to collaborations with industrial partners to translate research findings to commercial applications and societal impact. The above eligibility criteria are not exhaustive. A*STAR may include additional selection criteria based on its prevailing recruitment policies. These policies may be amended from time to time without notice. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

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Prof. YAN Shuicheng from the Learning and Vision Lab at the School of Computing, National University of Singapore is exploring e-AGI: Efficient, Embodied, and Evolving. We are seeking creative Senior Research Fellows to join our team and drive breakthrough research. This position offers a unique opportunity to develop novel computational architectures for foundation models, explore embodied AI approaches, and pioneer self-improving methodologies that push the boundaries of intelligent systems.

Key Responsibilities:
• Lead groundbreaking research in AGI with a focus on the e-AGI paradigm.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to produce influential publications in premier conferences and journals, significantly impacting the AGI community.

Job Requirements

• Demonstrated expertise in AGI research through previous roles in academia, industry, or government research labs.
• A Ph.D. in Computer Science, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Data Science, or related fields is highly desirable.
• A strong publication record as a first author in top AI conferences (e.g., NeurIPS, CVPR, ICML, ICLR, ICCV, ACL) and journals (e.g., TPAMI, JMLR, AIJ), or contributions to high-impact journals such as Cell, Nature, and Science.
• Proficiency in differentiable programming frameworks such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, and JAX.
• A proven track record of high-impact research with multiple papers garnering 100+ citations is preferred.
• Recognition through best paper awards or similar accolades at leading conferences is preferred.
• A strong record in international academic competitions is preferred.

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Prof. YAN Shuicheng from the Learning and Vision Lab at the School of Computing, National University of Singapore is exploring e-AGI: Efficient, Embodied, and Evolving. We are seeking creative Senior Research Fellows to join our team and drive breakthrough research. This position offers a unique opportunity to develop novel computational architectures for foundation models, explore embodied AI approaches, and pioneer self-improving methodologies that push the boundaries of intelligent systems. Key Responsibilities: • Lead groundbreaking research in AGI with a focus on the e-AGI paradigm. • Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to produce influential publications in premier conferences and journals, significantly impacting the AGI community. Job Requirements Demonstrated expertise in AGI research through previous roles in academia, industry, or government research labs. A Ph.D. in Computer Science, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Data Science, or related fields is highly desirable. A strong publication record as a first author in top AI conferences (e.g., NeurIPS, CVPR, ICML, ICLR, ICCV, ACL) and journals (e.g., TPAMI, JMLR, AIJ), or contributions to high-impact journals such as Cell, Nature, and Science. Proficiency in differentiable programming frameworks such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, and JAX. A proven track record of high-impact research with multiple papers garnering 100+ citations is preferred. Recognition through best paper awards or similar accolades at leading conferences is preferred. A strong record in international academic competitions is preferred.

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Job Description

The Cancer and Stem Cell Biology (CSCB) Programme studies the causes and treatments of cancer and related diseases. The CSCB research groups have diverse programmes in both basic cancer biology and clinical-translational studies, with a special emphasis on cancers that affect the Asian community in general.

We are looking for a highly motivated and dedicated researcher with a strong ability to manage and contribute to multiple international projects simultaneously. The selected candidate will provide leadership and expertise in conducting complex research activities within the overall scope of a research project under the supervision of the Principal Investigator or his/her designate, including but not limited to the following:

• Perform independent research projects and develop connections with local and international researchers for collaboration work.
• Independently carry out the design and execution of experimental research required by the research component of the project.
• Write and review research papers, present research outcomes, conceptualise new ideas and develop plans for independent research which could have a considerable influence and impact on the relevant field attracting research funding.
• Lead and manage a team for research projects.
• Apply qualitative and quantitative research techniques which include accurate in-depth assessment, interpretation and evaluation of research outcomes.
• Maintain optimal experiment progress in the laboratory or in the research work undertaken.
• Perform oral presentations and write manuscripts for publications.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior researchers, graduate and/or undergraduate students.
• Provide support for external grant/protocol development, study design and management of research activities.
• Perform other related duties incidental to the work described therein.

Job Requirements

• PhD in a relevant scientific field and/or post-doctoral experience in designing and conducting experimental projects, with at least 8 years of related research experience and training.
• Proven expertise in developing and applying innovative bulk and/or single-cell next-generation sequencing (NGS) techniques in tissues and cell lines, complemented by integrative multi-omics data analysis.
• Experienced in characterising and analysing chromatin structural aberrations in cancers.
• Demonstrated in-depth knowledge, skills and expertise, with capability of leadership and achieving research excellence.
• Proven track record in the form of high impact publications.
• Demonstrated capability of research independence progressively.
• Strong 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.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

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Interested applicants are invited to apply directly at the NUS Career Portal

Your application will be processed only if you apply via NUS Career Portal

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Job Description

The successful candidate will work with Prof. Jie WU on photocatalysis under a project on "Development of photo hydrogen atom transfer catalysis for C-H functionalizations".

The main responsibilities of the position include:
1) Conduct high quality research, publish high impact journal paper
2) Mentor junior PhD students and MSc students
3) Assist PI for at least one proposal preparation

Qualifications / Discipline:
- PhD Degree in Chemistry or close to submitting/submitted PhD thesis
- Excellent tracking record in organic synthesis, with good publication record

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Interested applicants are invited to apply directly at the

NUS Career Portal Your application will be processed only if you apply via

NUS Career Portal We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Job Description

The successful candidate will work with Prof. Jie WU on photocatalysis under a project on "Development of photo hydrogen atom transfer catalysis for C-H functionalizations". The main responsibilities of the position include: 1) Conduct high quality research, publish high impact journal paper 2) Mentor junior PhD students and MSc students 3) Assist PI for at least one proposal preparation Qualifications / Discipline: - PhD Degree in Chemistry or close to submitting/submitted PhD thesis - Excellent tracking record in organic synthesis, with good publication record

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Job Description The Cancer and Stem Cell Biology (CSCB) Programme studies the causes and treatments of cancer and related diseases. The CSCB research groups have diverse programmes in both basic cancer biology and clinical-translational studies, with a special emphasis on cancers that affect the Asian community in general. We are looking for a highly motivated and dedicated researcher with a strong ability to manage and contribute to multiple international projects simultaneously. The selected candidate will provide leadership and expertise in conducting complex research activities within the overall scope of a research project under the supervision of the Principal Investigator or his/her designate, including but not limited to the following: Perform independent research projects and develop connections with local and international researchers for collaboration work. Independently carry out the design and execution of experimental research required by the research component of the project. Write and review research papers, present research outcomes, conceptualise new ideas and develop plans for independent research which could have a considerable influence and impact on the relevant field attracting research funding. Lead and manage a team for research projects. Apply qualitative and quantitative research techniques which include accurate in-depth assessment, interpretation and evaluation of research outcomes. Maintain optimal experiment progress in the laboratory or in the research work undertaken. Perform oral presentations and write manuscripts for publications. Provide guidance and mentorship to junior researchers, graduate and/or undergraduate students. Provide support for external grant/protocol development, study design and management of research activities. Perform other related duties incidental to the work described therein. Job Requirements PhD in a relevant scientific field and/or post-doctoral experience in designing and conducting experimental projects, with at least 8 years of related research experience and training. Proven expertise in developing and applying innovative bulk and/or single-cell next-generation sequencing (NGS) techniques in tissues and cell lines, complemented by integrative multi-omics data analysis. Experienced in characterising and analysing chromatin structural aberrations in cancers. Demonstrated in-depth knowledge, skills and expertise, with capability of leadership and achieving research excellence. Proven track record in the form of high impact publications. Demonstrated capability of research independence progressively. Strong 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. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

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