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Friday, May 28, 2010

Singapore: Research Fellow in Biological Security at S. Rajaratnam School of International Studies

Overview

A Graduate School of Nanyang Technological University

Asia's leading professional graduate school in international affairs, the S. Rajaratnam School of International Studies (RSIS), Nanyang Technological University, Singapore, wishes to appoint:

RESEARCH FELLOW

(Science, Technology and Security Programme)

in the following specialization:

Biological Security

Applicants are required to have a strong technical background in the biological sciences and be familiar with both international and regional biotechnology security issues. They should have a sound understanding of bioethics, biosafety, bio containment and biological warfare. Applicants will research and offer policy advice on establishing biotechnology standards and safeguards, biological risk assessment, predicting future trends in biotechnology, and identifying gaps in existing policy and technology. Experience in public health policy, pandemics and biological terrorism would be desirable.

In addition to having the requisite research skills, the successful applicant will teach up to two courses in the School's Master of Science Programmes. A relevant PhD and a good publication record are therefore essential requirements. The applicant is also expected to contribute to the School's research agenda, contribute to team research and policy-oriented projects, teach in short executive programmes, and organise conferences and seminars. Experience in policy-relevant research and publication would be useful. Initial appointments are for three years, which are renewable, subject to mutual agreement.


Applicants should submit the following:

• A detailed curriculum vitae
• 2 published articles or writing samples
• A cover letter specifying how your qualifications match the job description
• 3 reference letters
Screening of applicants will begin immediately and will continue until positions are filled. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

If you are interested, please write in (or email) to:

Head of Administration

S. Rajaratnam School of International Studies
Nanyang Technological University
Block S4, Level B4, Nanyang Avenue, Singapore 639798
Fax: (65) 6794-0617
Email: rsisrecruitment@ntu.edu.sg


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