Assistant Professor in Immunology Translational Research Program (ITRP)

Interested applicants are invited to apply directly at the NUS Career Portal. Please note your application will only be processed if you apply via NUS Career Portal.

NUS Career Portal link: https://careers.nus.edu.sg/job/Assistant-Professor-in-Immunology-Translational-Research-Program-%28ITRP%29/32383-en_GB/

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish an independent, externally funded research program in immunology with an emphasis on translational approaches.
• Conduct cutting-edge research that contributes to ITRP's goals, including vaccine development, antimicrobial resistance, pathogen-host interactions, anti-tumor immunity, immune ageing, and public health interventions.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including clinicians, scientists, and other stakeholders to drive impactful research.
• Mentor and supervise undergraduate, graduate, and postdoctoral researchers.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate-level courses in areas related to microbiology or immunology, anchored under the Department of Microbiology & Immunology.
• Publish high-quality, peer-reviewed research in leading journals and present findings at national and international conferences.
• Actively participate in ITRP's events, workshops, and outreach activities.

Qualifications

Essential:

• PhD, MD, or equivalent, with at least three years of postdoctoral experience in microbiology, immunology, epidemiology, or a related field.
• Proven track record of research excellence as evidenced by first author original high impact publications.
• Strong potential to secure competitive external funding.
• Expertise in translational research methodologies.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in interdisciplinary teams.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Desirable:

• Experience in teaching and curriculum development at the graduate level.
• Experience in mentoring and supervising research trainees.
• Research experience in neutrophil biology, microbial infection, and sepsis.
• Familiarity with regulatory and ethical requirements for translational research.

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What We Offer

• Access to state-of-the-art research facilities and core resources.
• Opportunities for collaboration with leading researchers.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• A supportive environment fostering career development and advancement.
• Opportunities to engage in impactful, translational research that addresses pressing global health challenges.

Application Process

Applicants should submit the following:

• A cover letter outlining their research and teaching interests.
• A detailed curriculum vitae (CV).

• A statement of research accomplishments and future plans.
• A statement of teaching philosophy.
• At least three professional references.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

About Immunology Translational Research Program

The Immunology Translational Research Program (ITRP) at the National University of Singapore (NUS) is driven by a vision to transform medicine through immunological research and a mission to advance collaborative, cutting-edge science that harnesses the immune system to improve human health. Grounded in the belief that a deep understanding of immune mechanisms is essential for preventing, diagnosing, and treating disease, ITRP fosters a highly collaborative and interdisciplinary environment where scientists and clinicians work together to generate impactful discoveries. Looking ahead, ITRP aims to establish itself as a leading centre for immunology in Southeast Asia by strengthening cross-institutional collaboration, partnering with hospitals to bring research from bench to bedside, and attracting and training the next generation of immunologists and clinician-scientists. Through these efforts, the programme strives to deliver meaningful advances that benefit patients and public health across the region.

About Department of Microbiology and Immunology

The Department of Microbiology and Immunology has distinguished itself in biomedical research and has a broad spectrum of expertise. Research in the Department encompasses very diverse questions and uses a wide variety of approaches, experimental systems, and techniques. Principal Investigators of the Department are internationally recognized for research on immunology, medical virology, bacteriology, parasitology, molecular biology and biotechnology.

About NUS Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine

The NUS Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine is Singapore's oldest and Asia's top medical school, celebrating its 125th year anniversary in 2025. Today, the school produces cutting edge and impactful research, together with innovative education, seeking to impact change and enhance the practice of medicine in Singapore and beyond. The School is an integral part of a comprehensive university (NUS), with deep collaborative platforms across engineering, computer science, social science, public health, and others, and a long standing joint venture in the National University Health System (NUHS). The NUHS ecosystem is Singapore's premier Academic Health Centre, encompassing three tertiary hospitals (National University Hospital, Ng Teng Fong Hospital and Alexander Hospital), three national specialist centres (National University Heart Centre, National University Cancer Institute and National University Centre for Oral Health), a primary care system and three health schools (medical school, dental school and school of public health), lending invaluable resource for clinical and translational research, not commonly found elsewhere. Together with other healthcare partners and research institutes in Singapore, the school is an important player in Singapore's vibrant research and biotech ecosystem.