Aaron Smargon

The Smargon Laboratory at Nanyang Technological University Singapore (NTU Singapore) is recruiting a PhD student to help develop new directions in understanding and reversing the molecular mechanisms of ageing. This opportunity sits within the lab’s cutting-edge genetic research environment and is designed for a student who wants to work across biomedical sciences and engineering . The advertised graduate pathway is a PhD in Chemical and Biomedical Engineering . Research focus: molecular mechanisms of ageing, cellular ageing, genetic research, biomedical engineering, and interdisciplinary biomedical sciences. Preferred profile: self-motivated applicants with a diverse research background, experience and/or strong interest in ageing biology, and evidence of meaningful contribution to at least one impactful research manuscript (published or under review). Application materials: statement of interest (200–300 words) explaining how the lab fits your career goals; CV/résumé with experimental and computational skills; contact details for two professional references; and an optional but preferred non-scientific writing sample from the last 5 years. How to apply: email the requested documents to Asst. Prof. Aaron Smargon and submit a separate application for the PhD in Chemical and Biomedical Engineering via the NTU graduate student application portal. The post states semiannual deadlines of July 31 and January 31 , and this call specifies application by 31 July 2026 . Notes: only shortlisted candidates will be contacted, and applicants are asked to ensure their documents reflect their own original thoughts rather than AI-generated text.