MANAGING DIRECTOR, MICROSCOPY CORE FACILITIES Organization: MECHANOBIOLOGY INSTITUTE, NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF SINGAPORE Available from: September 30, 2019 to September 30, 2024The Mechanobiology Institute (MBI) at the National University of Singapore (NUS) is seeking a Managing Director of the Microscopy Core Facility, an advanced core imaging facility featuring 20+ advanced optical microscopy systems including custom-developed instruments.The primary mission of the MBI microscopy core is to provide comprehensive and state-of-the-art imaging expertise and modalities to researchers at MBI and collaborating institutions, to provide educational support on imaging and image analysis to the research community at MBI and NUS, and to support the Singapore-wide network of imaging core facilities, SINGASCOPE.The Managing Director will supervise several staff members with various levels of expertise who are responsible for the operation and maintenance of instruments and facilities.
Responsibilities include strategic planning for upgrades and procurement, budget management, user training and support, safety and fiduciary compliance, and administration of a charge-back system.
The Managing Director, collectively with the core facility team members, will also support Principal Investigators (PIs) on specific research projects and funding applications.
Additionally, the Managing Director will actively coordinate with SINGASCOPE, regularly liaise with the MBI Faculty Advisory Committee, and organize workshops on the latest microscopy techniques and their applications.Applicants are expected to have expert knowledge in diverse and cutting-edge imaging modalities and image analysis, strong hands-on experience in optical alignments, and the application of imaging technologies to biomedical research.
A relevant publication track record and experience in managing a team of technical experts or in research-support facilities with an academic focus are highly desirable.
Good communication and organizational skills are essential.
Candidates should possess a Ph.D. degree in a relevant discipline, such as physics, biophysics, biology, or bioengineering.Rank and salary are commensurate with experience and qualifications.
This is a five-year contract, starting ASAP.To apply, please send your application package including a cover letter addressed to the MBI Search Committee, curriculum vitae, and the names of three individuals qualified to provide references to ****** .#J-18808-Ljbffr