Research Fellow (OR/EID/ML1)

University-Level Unit: Duke-NUS Medical School

Faculty/Department-Level Unit: Office of Research

Employee Category: Research Staff

Location: Outram Campus

Posting Start Date: 10/04/2026

Job Description

The Signature Research Programme in Emerging Infectious Diseases (EID) aims to pioneer our understanding of emerging infections through world-class research that integrates immunology, infection biology, pathogen genomics, and computational approaches. This integration drives comprehensive studies of host–pathogen interactions across molecular, individual, and population scales to address emerging health challenges.

This position is for a full-time Research Fellow in the Coronavirus Lab led by Assistant Professor Mart Lamers in The Signature Research Programme in Emerging Infectious Diseases (EID). Our group leverages cutting-edge technologies—including organoids, CRISPR/Cas9, and single-cell omics—to study coronavirus–host interactions that shape pandemic potential and disease pathogenesis.

We welcome applications from candidates with a strong background in Virology, Immunology, Cell Biology or Stem Cell Biology. The candidate is expected to play a critical role in generating and fostering a cutting-edge, interdisciplinary research environment by performing a variety of research under the supervision of the Principal Investigator or his/her designate. The main duties and responsibilities will include but not limited to the following:

• Independently carry out the design and execution of high-precision in vitro experiments related to coronavirus biology and pathogenesis.
• Interface and network with clinical counterparts and team members to achieve the goals of the project.
• Write and review research papers, present research outcomes, conceptualise new ideas and develop plans for research that could have a considerable influence and impact on the relevant field.
• Provide support for external grant and protocol development, study design and management of research activities.
• Demonstrate and present research output.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to undergraduate / medical students and research assistants.
• Perform other related duties incidental to the work described therein.

Job Requirements

• PhD in Immunology, Vaccinology, Virology, Cell Biology, or Stem Cell Biology or a related biomedical field.
• Willing to be trained to work in a biosafety level 3 containment laboratory. Prior BSL-3 laboratory experience is preferred.
• Prior experience in immunology, gene editing, stem cell biology, or bioinformatics would be advantageous.
• Possess excellent quantitative, analytical and organisational skills.
• A strong team player who is open-minded, energetic, highly motivated and can work collaboratively in an interdisciplinary team and diverse workforce.
• Commitment to team science.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

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