Temasek Life Sciences Laboratory’s Undergraduate Training Program China 2014
Introduction of TLL
Temasek Life Sciences Laboratory (TLL), established in 2002, is a beneficiary ofTemasek Trustand is affiliated with the National University of Singapore and the Nanyang Technological University. It is located within the campus of the National University of Singapore and is situated alongside other research institutes and academic departments of the university.
The research institute has about 240 researchers from 21 different nationalities and its vision is to build a preeminent organization of global talent to undertake bio-molecular science research and applications to benefit people in Asia and beyond. TLL strives to develop its people and provide opportunities for them to be leaders in their own fields by challenging them to achieve breakthrough discoveries and impactful applications.
TLL focuses primarily on understanding the cellular mechanisms that underlie the development and physiology of plants, fungi and animals. Such research provides new understanding of how organisms function, and also provides foundation for biotechnology innovation. TLL has an international network of partnerships and hopes to create a positive impact on the development of biotechnology industry in Singapore through collaborations and joint research ventures with local and international partners.
http://www.tll.org.sg
Introduction of UTP
The UTP provides final year undergraduates from top-tier foreign universities in Chinaand India, an opportunity to carry out research projects in TLL for 3 to 4 months. The objective of the program is to promote scientific exchange and research collaboration between TLL and the universities. Upon completion of the program, the participants are encouraged to apply for the position of Junior Research Fellow to pursue PhD studies in TLL.
TLL provides each participant a monthly allowance and personal accident insurance coverage.
1、 The internship will take place from July to September 2014 (2-3 months). Final year students are preferred.
2、 Successful candidates are to make their own housing arrangements in Singapore.
3、 TLL will apply to the Ministry of Manpower (MOM) for a Training Employment Pass (TEP) for successful candidates. At that time, we would need the university to prepare a letter for each candidate, stating that the internship is a compulsory component of his/her degree course. The fact that the internship is recognised by the university will increase the chance of obtaining the TEP.
4、 Applicants need to prepare the following documents and information by May 29, 2014.
· Resume (Includes information: Passport-sized photo, GPA, class/department ranking, details of scholarship awarded, research experience, publications, TOEFL and GRE, expected graduation date, and post-graduation plans)
· Personal Statement
· Copy of passport
· Copy of transcripts and marksheets
· Specific period available for the internship (e.g. 1 July to 31 September 2014)
· Will the internship be funded by university? Please provide details.
· Has student been accepted for a job or further studies? If not, is student interested in TLL’s PhD programme?
· Please request students to refer to our 4 research areas at http://www.tll.org.sg/research/research-group-leaders/, and indicate the ones that interest them. This will enable us to post the student to a suitable group if selected.
The successful UTP China participant will be offered a minimal remuneration package which is not comparable to a salary:
a. A monthly meal cum transport allowance of SGD500
b. A monthly accommodation allowance of SGD400 – Participant will have to find his/her own accommodation
c. Personal accident (not medical) insurance coverage
d. A travel allowance of up to SGD600 to cover part or whole of a return economy class air ticket, whichever is lower. Participant will purchase the air ticket; however price to be approved by TLL prior purchase. Original air tickets receipt is to be submitted to TLL HR Dept for reimbursement.