Temasek Research Fellowship (TRF)
NUS Kent Ridge Campus
The Temasek Research Fellowship (TRF) is a scheme aimed at recruiting outstanding young researchers at the post-doctoral level. Temasek Research Fellows (TRF-RF) will undertake research as Principal Investigators and lead teams in defence-related research in the National University of Singapore (NUS).
Terms and conditions
The TRF is a 3-year fellowship with an option to extend up to another 3 years. During the term, the TRF-RF may be engaged to co-supervise post-graduate students or conduct university courses in relevant topics. The TRF-RF will receive an attractive remuneration package and separate funding for research in an area offered under the Fellowship. At the end of the term, the TRF-RF may be offered a faculty appointment by the university.
The TRF-RF may conduct research at Temasek Laboratories or other research entities at NUS. Applicants are encouraged to discuss their research proposal with the relevant Programme Managers (PM) before submitting the application. The research areas for the TRF 2010 Award are:
Temasek Laboratories at NUS
Interested parties who wish to propose any other fundamental areas of science or technology research where a breakthrough may be of significant impact to Singapore's defence may also apply. New research focus areas may be added for subsequent years.
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 are 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.
Schedule of annual call and activities
The call is usually in October of each year. Shortlisted applicants will be invited for an interview by January of the following year. The outcome will be made known by May/June of that year.
Date of current / next call
Inaugural call - 22 October 2009
Deadline for current / next call
All applications must reach NUS, Office of the Deputy President (Research and Technology) as softcopies and hardcopies by 22 December 2009.
Softcopies:
To:dprss@nus.edu.sg
cc:dprclmm@nus.edu.sg
Hardcopies:
Office of the Deputy President (Research and Technology)
(c/o: Ms Candace Lim)
National University of Singapore,
University Hall, Lee Kong Chian Wing, UHL #05-02S,
21 Lower Kent Ridge Road
Singapore 119077
RE: TEMASEK RESEARCH FELLOWSHIP 2009
Application procedure
To apply, please complete and provide the following documents in English:
- TRF Research Fellowship Application Form
- Detailed Curriculum Vitae (including complete publication listing, employment history, education history, language proficiency and current employment status)
- Certificates - basic and post graduate qualifications including detailed transcripts of grades/scores
- Abstract of previous research accomplishments (list titles and references of published works, including works in process, patents, and papers presented at conferences, etc)
- Name and contact details of at least 2 references
Applicants will be shortlisted by a TRF Review Panel. Shortlisted applicants will be invited for interview in Singapore to give a scientific presentation on their work and proposal. The candidates will also visit the Temasek Laboratories, research entities at NUS and relevant Singapore research organisations to identify potential collaborators and host-research entity. Shortlisted applicants from outside Singapore will receive an allowance to cover their travel and accommodation expenses.
The number of research fellowships awarded each year is determined solely on the quality of the candidates and their research areas. There is no pre-determined quota for the awards for any year.
Contact person for more information
| Ms Candace Lim | Tel : 65164811 | Email : dprclmm@nus.edu.sg |
| Ms Mandy Ng | Tel : 65164824 | Email : dprmyn@nus.edu.sg |
