The Singapore Eye Research Institute (SERI) serves as Singapore's national research institute for ophthalmic and vision research. SERI functions as the research arm of the various clinical ophthalmic centres in Singapore, including the Singapore National Eye Centre (SNEC), the national clinical centre for ophthalmology in Singapore. SERI has developed a world-leading reputation in broad-based clinical translational research programmes for eye diseases.
SERI is seeking a highly qualified individual to take on a significant role in a rapidly expanding retina research program. The position offers the opportunity to do research work at SERI.
Purpose
The incumbent will undertake research in SERI under the retina research team and clinical work at SNEC. He/she will assist the Director, Principal Investigators and Consultants in the successful execution of the project(s).
Duties and Responsibilities
The Research Component includes the following:
- Lead and develop the discovery and translation of novel biomarkers, targets and therapies
- Report scientific outcomes and strategies to the Lead PI and Collaborators to support the successful development, coordination and management of the programs.
- Support clinical studies primarily under its Translational Asian Age-related Macular Degeneration Program (TAAP-2) and Macula Centre Program involving:
- Investigating eyecare models that target transformation of eye care from current hospital-based model focusing on advanced disease to community-based model focusing on early detection and preventive intervention in high-risk individuals.
- Developing personalised treatment strategies through understanding the heterogeneity in disease features and treatment outcome and developing novel therapies that target these differences.
- Multimodal Image grading and analysis
- Elucidating the pathogenic mechanism and evaluate management strategies of Pachychoroid disease spectrum
- Conduct and coordinate clinical research in medical retinal diseases within SERI/SNEC in line with its research strategy, including PI-initiated studies and industry sponsored clinical trials
- Assist in management of these research projects, which includes supervising post-doctoral research assistants, research students, technical and other support staff (if any)
- Publish and disseminate research outcomes in appropriate journals of international standing and other reputable outlets
- Assist to draft research reports
- Attend and present research findings and papers at academic and professional conferences, and to contribute to the external visibility of the department
- Attend and participate in meetings (where necessary) and other committees and working groups within SERI/SNEC
- Ensure compliance with health and safety in all aspects of work
- Undertake such specific roles and management functions as may be reasonably required by the Director
The Clinical Component will include participation in medical retina clinics, diabetic retinopathy clinics and laser clinics through which the post holder will be exposed to:
- Participate in medical retina clinics, diabetic retinopathy clinics and laser clinics and be exposed to a broad variety of retinal and vitreous disorders with particular emphasis on macular diseases and retinal vascular disease. The principles, interpretation and hands-on experience with fluorescein and indocyanine green angiography and optical coherence tomography using state-of-the-art equipment
- Understand the principles, interpretation and hands-on experience in electrophysiology
Requirements
- MMed (Ophthalmology), FRCS or its equivalent, registrable with the Singapore Medical Council
- Completed 2 years of advance training rotations in general ophthalmology
- Experienced in most aspects of clinical ophthalmology and competent with intravitreal injections. Experience in Imaging papers will be an added advantage
- A demonstrated familiarity with principles of clinical research studies
- Able to work independently and multi-task
- A good command of English language
The duties and responsibilities outlined are not intended to be an exhaustive list but provide guidance on the main aspects of the job. The incumbent will be required to be flexible in their duties.
Duration
1-year contract will be given for the first instance (subject to extension up to 2 years)
The successful candidate can expect a competitive remuneration package that commensurate with qualifications and experience. He/ She can additionally be assured of a fulfilling and challenging career in a fast-paced and dynamic organization. We strongly encourage continuous education and development through our in-house training programmes and external courses.
