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Research Fellow [LKCMedicine]
Role summary
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The Research Fellow will conduct independent and collaborative biomedical or medical research at Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine, including experimental design, data collection, analysis, interpretation and preparation of scientific publications. Applicants typically need a PhD or equivalent doctoral qualification in a relevant discipline, research experience, strong analytical and laboratory skills, and familiarity with scientific writing. The successful candidate is expected to manage projects responsibly, maintain accurate records, contribute to grant and manuscript preparation, present findings, collaborate with clinicians and researchers, and support the wider research programme. Good communication, initiative, teamwork and the ability to work to deadlines are important.
Can I work in Singapore?
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How it works
How it works: Employment Pass: SGD 5,600+ a month at 23 (6,000 from January 2027), more with age, plus 40 COMPASS points; a degree from a top-tier university scores 20 of them.
Before you apply: Schools want a degree and often a teaching qualification, and some places license teachers before you can teach: schools maintained by councils in England, and schools in Hong Kong, New Zealand and Thailand. Ask which licence your post needs.
Watch for: The post is usually advertised to locals for 14 days first; teacher aides and infant caregivers in licensed childcare centres are on the Work Permit list for South Asians and Filipinos since September 2026.
Official source: Ministry of Manpower: COMPASS points framework. Checked November 2026.
What the job usually comes with in Singapore
Usual for Education jobs in Singapore, varies by employer. Checked November 2026.
| Housing | Not usual; senior expats may get an allowance; Work Permit staff: employer must ensure proper housing (by law) |
|---|---|
| Relocation | Work Permit staff: employer pays levy, bond and insurance (by law); relocation help is an expat perk |
| 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 |
| Health cover | Employer must insure Work Permit and S Pass staff, SGD 60,000 a year (by law); Employment Pass: company plan |
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 Nanyang Technological University
Nanyang Technological University (NTU Singapore) is a major research-intensive university with a strong international reputation in science, engineering, medicine, business, humanities and social sciences. Its main campus is located in the western part of Singapore and combines teaching, research and innovation across a broad range of disciplines. Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine is NTU’s medical school, established in partnership with Imperial College London, and focuses on medical education, healthcare research and clinical innovation. NTU employs academics, researchers, professional staff and technical specialists from around the world. The university supports interdisciplinary research, industry collaboration, entrepreneurship and postgraduate development. Employees generally benefit from a diverse campus environment, access to modern facilities and opportunities to work with international research teams. Research Fellows are commonly appointed on fixed-term contracts linked to funded projects or research programmes.