Postdoctoral Research Fellow

Date available: immediately

Date posted: 30 April, 2012

Applications are solicited for the position of a post-doctoral fellow to work in the emerging area of cilia and ciliopathies. Cilia and flagella are microtubule-based organelles that are involved in a wide diversity of developmental and physiological functions. Abnormal cilia underlie a rapidly expanding spectrum of human diseases called ciliopathies.

 The successful applicant will be based primarily at the National Centre for Biological Sciences (NCBS), Tata Institute of Fundamental Research, Bangalore, India and have collaborative connections with the laboratory of Dr. Sudipto Roy at the Institute of Molecular and Cell Biology (IMCB) in Singapore.

The NCBS (http://www.ncbs.res.in/) and the IMCB (http://www.imcb.a-star.edu.sg/php/main.php) are amongst the most highly acclaimed biological research institutes in the Asia, and this position offers a unique opportunity to work synergistically, benefiting from the strengths of both these places. The research will involve active interaction with clinicians in hospitals in India for obtaining patient material, cell biological studies of ciliated cells and intensive genetic and genomic studies to uncover disease causing mutations.

Applicants must be Ph.D. graduates or post-docs with a very strong background in human genetics and genomics, quality publications in relevant areas, and must have a genuine passion for research.

The application is open to candidates of any nationality. While funding for this position is currently made available by grants to K. VijayRaghavan at the  National Centre for Biological Sciences, the successful candidate should also aspire to apply for the Wellcome Trust-DBT India alliance early career fellowship or the NCBS fellows programme
(http://www.ncbs.res.in/postdoctoral_fellowships/ncbs_fellows_program).

All enquires regarding this position should be directed to Dr. Sudipto Roy by email (sudipto@imcb.a-star.edu.sg). Information regarding research in Dr. Roy’s laboratory is available at: http://www.imcb.a-star.edu.sg/php/sudipto.php

Senior / Postdoctoral Research Fellow
Computional Bio-Image Analysis / Imaging Informatics

Date available: immediately

Date posted: 05 April, 2012

The Central Imaging Facility at the Institute of Molecular and Cell Biology (IMCB), Agency of Science and Technology Research (A*STAR), Republic of Singapore, invites applications for a senior / postdoctoral research fellow position in the area of computational bio-image analysis and imaging informatics. The successful candidate will join a multi-disciplinary research team led by Dr. Weimiao Yu. The team is focused on understanding basic mechanisms of cell migration through the development of quantitative and automated image analysis methods applicable to live cell imaging.

IMCB has a strong focus on internationally competitive fundamental research as well as on translational outreach towards clinical and industrial applications. The Central Imaging Facility is a multi-disciplinary facility with a wide range of expertises, notably in computer vision and image processing, especially when applied to cell biology, developmental biology, systems biology and clinical medicine. State of the art computer and microscopy facilities are available.

Singapore has become a leading hub for life sciences research and continually sees substantial private and state-sponsored investment in science. Singapore is a vibrant, multi-faceted and culturally rich state, ideally located in the centre of South East Asia.

The successful candidate will have the following credentials:

• Ph.D. degree in a field relevant or applicable to image processing and computer vision
• A good publication record
• Strong analytical skills, especially in the area of image processing and analysis applications
• Experience in combining various computational methodologies
• Strong programming and algorithm development skills, preferably including Matlab

Applications must include:

• Covering letter, with reference to the position applied for
• Curriculum vitae (CV)
• Full contact details of at least three recent professional referees

We are looking for a candidate who is independent-minded but can work well in a team
environment and who is willing to collaborate with experimental laboratories.

The position provides a three-year contract with competitive salary and benefits commensurate with
experience. The institute will assist successful applicants from overseas with their work visa
(Employment Pass). The position will remain open until filled (at least until 30th June 2012).

Research Fellow/Senior Research Fellow

Date available: immediately

Date posted: 23 November, 2011

The Institute of Molecular and Cell Biology (IMCB) is a leading research institute in biological sciences funded by the Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR). Its mission is to develop and foster a vibrant research culture for cutting-edge basic biomedical sciences. IMCB’s research activities focus on six major fields: Cell Biology, Developmental Biology, Structural Biology, Infectious Diseases, Cancer Biology and Translational Research with core strengths in Cell Cycling, Cell Signaling, Cell Death, Cell Motility and Protein Trafficking. IMCB is continuously looking out for talented people to contribute to its success. We are now inviting suitable candidates to apply for the following position:

RESEARCH FELLOW/SENIOR RESEARCH FELLOW

Research Fellow/Senior Research Fellow positions are open for highly motivated and skilled individuals in the laboratory of NFkB signal transduction. The prime focus of the laboratory is to work on several aspects of inflammation and its link of ageing, cancer and metabolism though the use of mice and zebrafish as model organisms. Our efforts are supported by strong collaborations with other researchers across disciplines including clinicians.

We have identified several novel regulators of inflammation using genome wide screening approaches. Selected candidates will be involved in analyzing these molecules using various biochemical and genetic tools. Candidates must possess a good publication record, very strong training in Molecular Biology, Genetics and Biochemistry and must be trained in working with small animals, mainly mice.

More information can be found on the following weblink:
http://www.imcb.a-star.edu.sg/php/vinayt.php

Requirements:

• Ph.D. with strong training in Molecular Biology, Genetics and Biochemistry
• Strong publication record
• Experienced in working with small animals, mainly mice