A Research Platform for Singapore

PhD Candidate (Modulation of Gut Microbiome)

Department:Porteins4Singapore
Posted Date:16 September 2022
Closing Date:Open until filled
Hours:Full Time
Duration:Fixed term

 

About TUMCREATE

TUMCREATE is a multidisciplinary research platform of the Technical University Munich (TUM) at the Singapore Campus for Research Excellence and Technological Enterprise (CREATE). We are joining forces with universities, public agencies, and industry for the advancement of future technologies.

Our large-scale Food Science ‘Proteins4Singapore’ program is funded by Singapore’s National Research Foundation (NRF). The Technical University Munich (TUM) and Nanyang Technological University (NTU) join forces with the Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT) and A*STAR’s Singapore Institute of Food and Biotechnology Innovation (SIFBI) to research plant-based proteins.

Please visit https://www.tum-create.edu.sg/ for more information about TUMCREATE.

 

Job Purpose/Objective of the Position:

A full-time PhD position is available at TUMCREATE. You will be working in the area of modulation of gut microbiome with functional foods and working towards personal nutrition. The selected candidate will work jointly at TUMCREATE and Professor Yulan Wang’s lab based in Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine, Nanyang Technological University, with access to microbiological laboratory and state of art analytical facilities. The ideal applicant must be self-motivated, proactive and enthusiastic to his/her career development.

 

Job Requirements/Competencies:

  • You should have a Master’s degree in Microbiology, Biochemistry or related fields
  • Develop methods to carry out comprehensive analysis of the components in plant-based food materials, including, phenolic compounds, oligosaccharides and lipids.
  • Ambitious and eager to learn
  • Good basic laboratory skills
  • At least 1 year experience in analytical chemistry would be a plus.
  • Good communication skills and fast learner
  • Self-motivated to drive the project and can work independently

 

What TUM CREATE offers you

  • Competitive salary that commensurate with experience
  • Medical insurance
  • Good amount of leave/vacation days
  • Vibrant, modern and positive working environment in Singapore
  • Campus-sited office location with a host of facilities
  • In-building perks including gym, game room and coffee room

 

Applications

Interested applicants are invited to apply to Professor Yulan Wang at yulan.wang@ntu.edu.sg with a detailed resume. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

We look forward to your application.

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