Research Associate (Nanomedicine, Organic Chemistry, Biomedical Engineering, Materials Science)

About the role

The School of Chemistry, Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology (CCEB) at NTU is recruiting a Research Associate for Prof. Chen Peng's group, which works in nanomedicine on advanced therapeutic technologies for metabolic disorders and cancers. The role supports the PI in designing, running and disseminating research projects, covering nanomaterial synthesis and characterization, cell culture, molecular biology techniques and mouse experiments. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and support research in nanomedicine, including nanomaterial synthesis and characterization, cell culture, molecular biology techniques and mouse experiments.
• Analyse and interpret experimental data, troubleshoot technical issues and help advance research objectives.
• Develop and maintain research collaborations within NTU and with external academic and industry partners.
• Supervise and mentor undergraduate students and junior researchers.
• Help prepare research proposals and grant applications, and write manuscripts for high-impact peer-reviewed journals.
• Present findings at laboratory meetings, seminars, workshops and international conferences.
• Maintain accurate research records and comply with laboratory safety, ethical and regulatory requirements.

Required profile

• Master's degree in Organic Chemistry, Biomedical Engineering, Materials Science or a related discipline.
• Strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals and proven ability to publish in high-impact journals.
• Experience leading research projects and designing research programmes.
• Track record of attracting research grant funding.
• Experience supervising postgraduate and undergraduate students and teaching or supporting research laboratories.
• Experience conducting mouse experiments.

Required skills

• Nanomaterials synthesis and characterization.
• Training in cell culture, molecular biology techniques and histological analyses.
• High-level quantitative and qualitative research skills.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and presentation skills in a multidisciplinary setting.