Job Title: Research Fellow (OR/CVMD/JH)
University-Level Unit: Duke-NUS Medical School
Faculty/Department-Level Unit: Office of Research
Employee Category: Research Staff
Location_ONB: Outram Campus
Posting Start Date: 26/01/2026
Job Description
The Duke-NUS Metabolomics Lab is a leading metabolomics core and research facility in Singapore, actively contributing to numerous projects aimed at uncovering disease mechanisms through advanced metabolomics profiling.
We are seeking a Research Fellow to play a key role in metabolomics-related research. The successful candidate will work both independently and collaboratively to analyse biological samples using mass spectrometry and multi-omics approaches. The research focuses on understanding the molecular mechanisms underlying diseases such as Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), metabolic disorders, and the role of the gut microbiome in these conditions.
- Independently design, plan, and execute experimental research aligned with project objectives.
- 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.
- Provide support for external grant/protocol development, study design and management of research activities.
- Source financial support for research activities by investigating potential sources of funding, collaborate with Principal Investigator to write and revise grant/fellowship applications.
- Provide guidance and mentorship to junior researchers.
- Ensure optimal progress of experiments in the laboratory by conducting, supervising, and evaluating laboratory procedures and outcomes. Revise and analyse targets to obtain high-quality and reproducible results.
- Perform other related duties incidental to the work described therein.
Job Requirements
- PhD in Biochemistry, Analytical Chemistry, or related discipline.
- Demonstrate expertise in the field of mass spectrometry-based metabolomics and multi-omics data integration.
- Proven track record in the form of high impact publications.
- 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.
More Information
Location: Outram Campus
Organization: Duke-NUS Medical School
Department : Office of Research
Employee Referral Eligible: No
Job requisition ID : 31413
