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Research Fellow II
Role summary
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The Research Fellow II role supports neuroscience research at the National Neuroscience Institute, including study design, laboratory or clinical research, data analysis, manuscript preparation and presentation of findings. Candidates are generally expected to hold a relevant PhD, MD, MBBS or equivalent postgraduate qualification, with research experience in neuroscience, neurology, biomedical science or a related discipline. Familiarity with experimental techniques, clinical research methods, statistics and scientific publications is advantageous. The candidate should work independently, maintain accurate research records, meet project timelines, collaborate with clinicians and scientists, and comply with institutional, ethical and regulatory requirements. Strong communication, critical-thinking and problem-solving skills are important.
Can I work in Singapore?
Never pay anyone for a visa or a job offer. A real employer pays the permit costs and never asks you for money.
How it works
How it works: Hospital offer first; it registers you with the Nursing Board (equivalent training, valid licence, maybe an exam) and sponsors an S Pass (SGD 3,300+) or Employment Pass.
Before you apply: Nurses, doctors and most allied health staff must be registered or licensed locally before they start: expect checks on your degree and licence, often an English test, and often an exam or an assessment. Ask the employer who handles it and how long it takes. Most pharma and device office jobs do not need it.
Watch for: Only healthcare institutions with inpatient services can bring in foreign nurses, and the Singapore Nursing Board deals with their HR teams only, never with agents.
Official source: Singapore Nursing Board: foreign-trained nurses and midwives. Checked November 2026.
What the job usually comes with in Singapore
Usual for Healthcare jobs in Singapore, varies by employer. Checked November 2026.
| Registration | Hospital applies to the Nursing Board for you: training, licence, practice in last 5 years; maybe an exam |
|---|---|
| Relocation | Work Permit staff: employer pays levy, bond and insurance (by law); relocation help is an expat perk |
| Housing | Public hospital groups offer foreign nurses a housing allowance (Ministry of Health, May 2023) |
| Flights | Work Permit staff: flight home paid by the employer (by law); others only if the offer says so |
| Contract | Work Permit up to 2 years; S Pass and Employment Pass up to 2, then 3; notice 1 day to 4 weeks by default |
| Leave | 7 to 14 days (by law; many get more); 11 public holidays; 14 days' sick leave, 60 in hospital |
| Income tax | 0% up to SGD 20,000 a year, then 2% to 24% (about 3% at SGD 60,000); resident rates on a 1-year pass |
Senior staff often get more than line staff, for example a single room or a yearly home flight. Ask the employer what the job includes before you accept.
Guidance, not legal advice. Rules change; your employer confirms the details for your case.
About National Neuroscience Institute of Singapore
The National Neuroscience Institute of Singapore (NNI) is Singapore’s national specialist centre for the diagnosis, treatment and research of disorders affecting the brain, spine, nerves and muscles. It operates through major public hospitals, including Singapore General Hospital and Tan Tock Seng Hospital, and is part of the SingHealth healthcare group. NNI provides comprehensive services in neurology, neurosurgery, neuroradiology, rehabilitation and related specialties. Its academic and research programmes focus on improving understanding, prevention, diagnosis and treatment of neurological diseases. The institute collaborates with universities, hospitals and international research organisations, offering opportunities for clinicians, scientists and research professionals. Employees typically work in a multidisciplinary environment combining patient care, translational research, education and innovation.