Lab News
Unconscious gender bias in science
This, from Yale microbiologist and science education expert (and sometime Enterococcus researcher) Jo Handlesman and colleagues, has been all over the news for the past week.
In case anybody missed this important story, here are some recaps:
Science and a discussion at Science now
Work & Life in Singapore in this week’s Science
Two articles discuss the exciting professional and personal opportunities available for Westerners in Singapore and across Asia:
Flocking to Asia for a Shot at Greatness
“Academics from around the world are taking jobs in Hong Kong, Singapore, and elsewhere in East Asia, lured by generous budgets and a welcome sign for foreigners.”
A Life Outside Work
“Outstanding job opportunities in Hong Kong and Singapore may be the prime draw for globe-trotting academics. But their families, their interests, and their social lives are also important considerations.”
Anu joins the lab
Welcome to our new PhD student, Anu!
Kline awarded 1N Singaporean-German Cooperation Grant
Kimberly Kline and her collaborator at the Ludwig Maximilians-University, Munich have been awarded a grant supporting a joint research project to be conducted in both in Singapore and in Germany.

Sharon joins the lab
Sharon Goh comes to us from Mark Schembri’s lab at The University of Queensland in Australia.
Welcome Sharon!
A post-doctoral position is available
Research Fellow in Microbial Cell Biology of Bacterial Communities
We are seeking a highly motivated microbiologist with strong training in molecular biology, bacterial cell biology, and/or microbial communities. This position involves research on the community organization of medically relevant pathogens using molecular and cell biology approaches. Specific projects include the study of uni- and multi-cellular communities in vitro and in animal models of disease.
The candidate should have a Ph.D. in Microbiology or a related field (or obtain one by Fall 2012), a strong publication record, and expertise in molecular biology/biochemistry/microscopy/imaging data analysis.
Salary is internationally competitive at the post-doctoral level, and commensurate with experience. We invite the application of researchers world-wide; the research atmosphere at NTU and Singapore is diverse, vibrant, and well-funded. The research will involve a substantial level of international collaboration with leading academic institutions.
Interested applicants should submit: 1) a cover letter (including a short description of your research interests), 2) curriculum vitae, and 3) a list of three references with contact information including mailing address, phone number, and e-mail address to kkline[at]ntu.edu.sg.
Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
THE POSITION HAS BEEN FILLED.