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Research Associate/Assistant:

Updated Sept 23rd 2023

One Research Fellow position and one Research Associate/Assistant position are currently available in Prof. Dang's lab, School of Chemistry, Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology, Nanyang Technological University. Selected candidate will be working on project involving generation and characterization of hiPSC-derived stem cells for evaluation of cell encapsulation device in diabetes treatment.

For Research Fellow position, candidates must have a Ph.D degree in Biological Sciences, Regenerative Medicine, Immunology, Biomedical Engineering, or a closely related discipline. Candidates are expected to have expertise in stem cell expansion and differentiation into pancreatic beta cells, and familiar with characterization techniques e.g. FACS, IHC, etc. Experience with animal handling/imaging/survival surgery is an advantage but not a pre-requisite.

Interested candidates should contact Prof. Dang via email (ttdang@ntu.edu.sg, "postdoc application - applicant name" in the email subject line) with a single PDF file containing a cover letter briefly describing research interests and accomplishments, a CV with a complete list of publications, a PDF copy of their best publication as well as name and contact information of at least three academic referees. Applications will be accepted until position is filled. Due to an overwhelming number of application emails often received, only shortlisted candidates will be notified within 3 weeks of application receipt to discuss potential research projects.

VOLUNTEER Undergraduate Students:

Interested Singapore-based undergrads in their 1st, 2nd or 3rd year are welcome to join our projects anytime throughout the year. URECA, FYP students and those who are not affiliated to a particular program but have genuine interest and passion for research are all welcome. Each undegrad will be assigned to a postdoc or graduate student mentor who will guide them on planning experimental research and new laboratory skills. They will also be trained on reading scientific literature, presentation and report writing skills. Motivated undegrads who contributed meaningfully to our research will gain recognition through co-authorship in publication. Interested students should contact Prof. Dang via email (ttdang@ntu.edu.sg, "Undergraduate internship application - applicant name" in the email subject line) with a PDF file of your CV/resume and a copy of your unofficial grade report/degree audit. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.