Land Your Dream Research Career: NUS Opens Exciting Opportunities for 2026 Applicants!

• Life Sciences & Medicine:

Cancer Science Institute: Postdoctoral and research fellow opportunities, including specialized roles like a Bioinformatician and a Clinical Trials Biostatistician.

Mechanobiology Institute: Positions focused on the study of mechanobiology.

N.1 Institute of Health: Research Assistant roles, potentially encompassing studies like A/P Christopher Asplund’s Lab.

Neuroscience & Behavioral Disorders Program (Duke-NUS Medical School): Postdoctoral Research Fellows and Technicians focused on neural stem cell biology, brain development, and neurodevelopmental disorders, utilizing models like Drosophila, mice, and human brain organoids.

• Social Sciences & Humanities:

Asia Research Institute (ARI): Postdoctoral Fellowships in the Science, Technology and Society (STS) Research Cluster, particularly focusing on the intersection of STS and environmental humanities. Offers support for fieldwork and conference attendance.

Behavioral Science: Research positions in the field of behavioral science.

Applied Economics: Positions for research in applied economics.

Middle East Institute: Research Fellow opportunities.

• Engineering & Technology:

Institute for Functional Intelligent Materials: Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Terahertz (THz) photonics, advanced materials, and next-generation optoelectronic devices, focusing on areas like THz spectroscopy, 2D materials, and nanophotonics.

Building Robotics Laboratory: Focuses on advanced sensing, learning, and control systems for energy-efficient and human-centered environments.

Electrical and Computer Engineering: Research Fellow positions, including areas like Machine Learning, 2-D Materials Physics, and 2-D Condensed Matter Physics.

Department of Statistics and Applied Probability: Positions focused on enhancing robustness and accuracy in data assimilation in high-dimensional dynamical systems and developing new sampling algorithms, requiring expertise in Python programming and deep-learning frameworks.

• Public Health & Global Health:

Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health: Research Associate/Fellow to support research and capacity building in global health, with current projects including maternal and child health, infectious diseases (HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, antimicrobial resistance), and health financing.

NUS Advance-ID (Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health): Research Fellow specializing in biostatistics to contribute to the ADVANcing Clinical Evidence in Infectious Diseases Network, focusing on developing evidence-based interventions for drug-resistant infections.

Eligibility

Applicants generally need a PhD in a relevant field from a reputable university. Specific requirements may vary depending on the position, according to Nanyang Technological University – NTU Singapore. Candidates still pursuing their PhD might be considered if their graduation is confirmed before the commencement date.

Application Process

Typically involves submitting a detailed CV, cover letter, research proposal, and contact details for referees. Some positions may require specific documents like writing samples or publication lists. Applications are usually submitted through the NUS Career Portal or designated online systems, like the AcademicJobsOnline portal mentioned for the Philosophy department position.

Remuneration

Highly competitive packages are offered, including salary, potential bonuses, housing allowance (subject to eligibility), and health insurance. For some positions, like those at the Asia Research Institute, the monthly remuneration is S$6,000, inclusive of housing and living expenses, Asia Research Institute, NUS,. Salary ranges vary depending on experience and the specific role. For instance, the NUS Cambodia Program Research Associate/Fellow’s salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience, NUS – National University of Singapore.

Selected candidates can benefit from research fieldwork support, conference attendance funding, and access to the university’s vibrant academic and social environment.

Deadlines

Application deadlines vary significantly. Some are on a rolling basis until the position is filled, others have specific closing dates. For example, the Asia Research Institute (ARI) Postdoctoral Fellowships for FY2026/27 have a closing date of September 30, 2025, Asia Research Institute, NUS.