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Saturday, October 9, 2010

Temasek Research Fellowship (TRF) in Singapore

Overview

The Nanyang Technological University (NTU) invites outstanding researchers with a PhD degree in science and technology to apply for the prestigious TRF awards.

Key Features

The TRF scheme provides selected young and promising scientists to conduct and lead research
that is relevant to defence in Singapore/NTU. It offers:

•independence to pursue a research career in Singapore
•a 3 year research grant with an option to renew up to 3 years
•attractive and competitive remuneration
•possible conversion to tenure-track academic appointment with NTU at the end of the TRF
Research Areas
The TRF-RF may conduct research at Temasek Laboratories or other research entity at NTU.

The research areas for TRF 2010 are provided below:

•Biomimicry
•Cognitive Science
•Cyber Security
•Microsystems Technologies
•Computational Photography

Candidates with relevant post-doctoral experience in the above research areas and are prepared to lead a research project as Principal Investigator are encouraged to apply. Other fundamental areas of science or technology, where a breakthrough would be of interest to defence and security, will also be considered.


Eligibility

Outstanding scientists and researchers with a Ph.D degree in the relevant discipline of science or technology from a reputable university, are eligible to apply for the TRF.

Research project proposals which are already funded by other agencies or being considered for funding by other agencies are not eligible for funding under the TRF Scheme. The TRF-RF shall not apply for other funding support, unless approval has been given by the TRF funding agency.

Application Period

The TRF grant call will be opened from 11 Oct 2010 to 11 Jan 2011.

Application Procedures

Please complete all forms in this package and provide the required documents as listed below (in the relevant order). Applications (both hardcopy and softcopies) must be received by 11 Jan 2011. (Application Form Template).

Hardcopy submissions are to be sent to:
Research Support Office, Nanyang Technological University
76 Nanyang Drive, Block N2.1, N2.1-B4-01
Singapore 637331
c/o Ms Joanne Liang
(RE: Temasek Research Fellowship 2010)

Softcopy submissions are to be sent to:
Email: RSO-TRF@ntu.edu.sg
Attn: Ms. Joanne Liang

All documents must be provided in English and all certificates must be duly certified

Applicants will be shortlisted by a TRF Review Panel. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to Singapore in Apr/May 11 to present their research plans, meet local researchers and identify potential collaborators. Shortlisted applicants from outside Singapore will receive an allowance to cover travel and accommodation expenses

General Enquiries
Please contact:

Email: rso-trf@ntu.edu.sg
Tel: 65-65148358
Fax:: 65-67912397
Source: http://www3.ntu.edu.sg/trf/index_trf.html


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