Research Fellow (Biointerfaces and Bioelectronics: 774917

Q: What qualifications are required for the Research Fellow position?

Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in Materials Science, Bioengineering, Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Biophysics, Analytical Chemistry, Chemistry , or a related discipline. You should have experience in biointerfaces, surface chemistry, electrochemistry, biomaterials, protein–surface interactions, or bioelectronic systems . Practical expertise with characterization techniques like AFM, SPR, QCM-D, FTIR, fluorescence microscopy, or electrochemistry is highly desirable. For tips on your application, see our academic CV guide and what a research fellow does .

Q: What research will I be conducting in this role?

You will work at the interface of proteins, materials, and bioelectronics , focusing on protein–material interactions for molecular sensing, adaptive biomaterials, and bioelectronic applications . Responsibilities include developing protein-functionalized materials, investigating immobilization, orientation, and conformational dynamics, and designing biosensing and bioelectronic platforms . This role is highly interdisciplinary, collaborating with experts in protein engineering and computational design. See similar postdoctoral opportunities on our postdoc jobs board .

Q: What career paths can this fellowship lead to?

A Research Fellow role at NUS builds a strong profile for academic faculty positions, research scientist roles in industry, or leadership in bioelectronics and biomaterials R&D . The interdisciplinary training and publication record will open doors globally. Check our faculty job listings and postdoctoral career guide .

Job Description

The Department of Materials Science and Engineering at the National University of Singapore (NUS) invites applications for a Research Fellow (Biointerfaces and Bioelectronics).
The successful candidate will join Dr. Jiaobing Tu's research group (https://www.jiaobing-tu.com/) and contribute to interdisciplinary research at the interface of proteins, materials, and bioelectronics. The research focuses on understanding and engineering protein–material interactions for molecular sensing, adaptive biomaterials, and bioelectronic applications.

Responsibilities include:

Develop and characterize protein-functionalized materials and biointerfaces.

Investigate protein immobilization, orientation, conformational dynamics, and interfacial behavior.

Perform electrochemical, biophysical, and surface characterization of protein–material systems.

Design and optimize protein-based biosensing and bioelectronic platforms.

Collaborate closely with researchers in protein engineering, computational protein design, and materials science.

Qualifications

Ph.D. in Materials Science, Bioengineering, Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Biophysics, Analytical Chemistry, Chemistry, or a related discipline.

Experience in one or more of the following areas: biointerfaces, surface chemistry, electrochemistry, biomaterials, protein–surface interactions, or bioelectronic systems.

Hands-on experience with relevant characterization techniques such as electrochemistry, AFM, SPR, QCM-D, CD, FTIR, fluorescence microscopy, or related methods is desirable.

Frequently Asked Questions

🎓What qualifications are required for the Research Fellow position?

Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in Materials Science, Bioengineering, Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Biophysics, Analytical Chemistry, Chemistry, or a related discipline. You should have experience in biointerfaces, surface chemistry, electrochemistry, biomaterials, protein–surface interactions, or bioelectronic systems. Practical expertise with characterization techniques like AFM, SPR, QCM-D, FTIR, fluorescence microscopy, or electrochemistry is highly desirable. For tips on your application, see our academic CV guide and what a research fellow does.

🔬What research will I be conducting in this role?

You will work at the interface of proteins, materials, and bioelectronics, focusing on protein–material interactions for molecular sensing, adaptive biomaterials, and bioelectronic applications. Responsibilities include developing protein-functionalized materials, investigating immobilization, orientation, and conformational dynamics, and designing biosensing and bioelectronic platforms. This role is highly interdisciplinary, collaborating with experts in protein engineering and computational design. See similar postdoctoral opportunities on our postdoc jobs board.

🧪Which laboratory techniques will I use?

You will employ advanced characterization methods such as electrochemistry, atomic force microscopy (AFM), surface plasmon resonance (SPR), quartz crystal microbalance with dissipation (QCM-D), circular dichroism (CD), Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), and fluorescence microscopy. These tools probe protein interfacial behavior, conformational changes, and material properties. Familiarity with bioelectronic device fabrication is a plus. Explore more research positions that use these techniques.

📝How do I apply for this Research Fellow position?

Submit your application via the AcademicJobs.com listing, including a cover letter, CV, and contact details of referees. Tailor your documents to highlight your biointerface and bioelectronics expertise. For application advice, read our guide to thriving in a postdoctoral role and how to write a winning academic CV.

🌟What career paths can this fellowship lead to?

A Research Fellow role at NUS builds a strong profile for academic faculty positions, research scientist roles in industry, or leadership in bioelectronics and biomaterials R&D. The interdisciplinary training and publication record will open doors globally. Check our faculty job listings and postdoctoral career guide.