Job Description

Yale-NUS College is a highly selective liberal arts and science college in Singapore. Co-founded by Yale University and the National University of Singapore, the College is committed to excellence in research and teaching within a full residential programme that integrates living and learning. Its curriculum educates students in Asian and Western intellectual traditions as well as current scientific thought.

The College is seeking to hire a Research Fellow in Polymer Chemistry. Preferred fields of specialization are macromolecular synthesis and photochemistry.

Applicants should have a relevant PhD, at least one year of postdoctoral research experience and good publication record.

This is a one-year contract, starting in August 2023.

Requirements

• PhD in Polymer Chemistry from a regionally or internationally accredited institution.
• Minimum one year of postdoctoral research experience in polymer research
• Skills in photochemical methods preferred.

The College offers competitive salaries that are commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Application Procedures

Applications should consist of the following: a cover letter explaining why the position at Yale-NUS is of interest; a full curriculum vitae, including a complete list of publications; statements on research interests and three reference letters (to be submitted by the reference writers to

Review of applications begins June 2023 and will continue until the position is filled. For general inquiries, please email:

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Equal Opportunity Employer

Yale-NUS College achieves excellence through the diversity of its students, faculty, and staff and by embracing inclusivity, equity, and global engagement. We encourage applications by diverse individuals with a demonstrated commitment to these values. For more information about the College, please visit .

Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA)

Candidates should understand that by sharing information with Yale-NUS, they authorise the College to use their personal data for the purposes of this application. The College will not use their data for other purposes and ensure that their data remains secure and confidential.

Covid-19 Message

At NUS, the health and safety of our staff and students are one of our utmost priorities, and COVID-vaccination supports our commitment to ensure the safety of our community and to make NUS as safe and welcoming as possible. Many of our roles require a significant amount of physical interactions with students/staff/public members. Even for job roles that may be performed remotely, there will be instances where on-campus presence is required.

Taking into consideration the health and well-being of our staff and students and to better protect everyone in the campus, applicants are strongly encouraged to have themselves fully COVID-19 vaccinated to secure successful employment with NUS.

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