Total 427 Science / R&D / Research job vacancies in PASIR GUDANG

Interested applicants are invited to apply directly at the NUS Career Portal. Please note your application will only be processed if you apply via NUS Career Portal.

NUS Career Portal link: https://careers.nus.edu.sg/job/Senior-Research-Fellow-%28Peace-and-Security%29/32369-en_GB/

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Job Description

The Centre for International Law (CIL) was established in 2009 as a university-level research institute at National University of Singapore (NUS). CIL engages in both legal and multi-disciplinary research on a wide variety of international law issues. Its mission is to enable Singapore and the Asia-Pacific region to play a more significant role in the promotion and development of international law. CIL's vision is to become a regional intellectual hub and thought leader for research and teaching in international law. Further information about CIL is available at https://cil.nus.edu.sg/

CIL invites applications for the position of Senior Research Fellow. This two-year contractual appointment supports the expansion of the Centre's Peace and Security Programme and aims to enhance the research capabilities of emerging scholars by providing a dynamic and supportive academic environment.

Responsibilities: 

The successful candidate will be expected to:

• Conduct high-quality research on issues related to peace and security, with particular emphasis on states’ conduct in cyberspace, autonomous weapons systems, and international humanitarian law (IHL).
• Produce and publish research in leading peer-reviewed journals.
• Develop and deliver courses within the field of peace and security, including those addressing cyber operations, emerging military technologies, and the application of IHL.
• Assist in the organisation of seminars, workshops, conferences, and related academic events.

CIL provides its research staff with extensive professional development opportunities through NUS events, seminars, and training programmes. Staff members also have opportunities to participate in regional and international academic engagements, including conferences, workshops, and symposiums.

Qualifications

• A PhD in Public International Law with a minimum of three (3) years of postdoctoral research experience;
• A demonstrated record of research excellence, evidenced by high-qualitiy scholarly publications;
• Proven capacity to conduct independent research in the field of peace and security within international law; including expertise in states’ conduct in cyberspace, autonomous weapons systems, and IHL.
• A strong record of journal publications or book chapters in international law is highly desirable; 
• Excellent command of English, proficiency in an additional language is considered an asset.

Application Procedures

Interested applicants are invited to submit their applications through the NUS Career Portal, including the following documents:

• A cover letter outlining relevant experience, motivation for joining CIL, and research interests;
• A comprehensive curriculum vitae (maximum three pages) including educational background and work history;
• University transcripts;
• One (1) sample of written work;
• Names and contact information of at least three (3) referees, including the PhD supervisor.

Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.  For enquiries, please email Ms Huong Tam at huong.tam@nus.edu.sg.

Interested applicants are invited to apply directly at the NUS Career Portal. Please note your application will only be processed if you apply via NUS Career Portal.

NUS Career Portal link: https://careers.nus.edu.sg/job/Research-Fellow-%28Integrated-electro-optic-modulator%29/32365-en_GB/

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Job Description

We are looking for a capable and motivated Research Fellow to join our research on integrated photonics. This project aims to develop integrated electro-optic modulators using emerging materials such as lithium niobate, lithium tantalate, and barium titanate.

This position will be hosted by Assistant Professor Di ZHU’s group in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering at the National University of Singapore (NUS). Successful candidates will be involved in, but not limited to, the following activities:

•    Design, fabricate, and measure integrated electro-optic modulators
•    Assist in mentoring graduate students
•    Regularly disseminate research results through reports, presentations, and manuscripts

Qualifications

•    Ph.D. degree (completed or soon to be completed) in Physics, Applied Physics, Material Science and Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or other relevant areas
•    Knowledge in optics and microwave engineering
•    Experience in nano/micro-fabrication is highly desired
•    Programming skills (e.g., Python, Matlab)
•    Ability to work as a team and communicate effectively

Interested applicants are invited to apply directly at the NUS Career Portal. Please note your application will only be processed if you apply via NUS Career Portal.

NUS Career Portal link: https://careers.nus.edu.sg/job/Research-Engineer-%28Nano-electronic-Process-and-Devices%29/32359-en_GB/

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Job Description

A Research Engineer position is open under the supervision of Prof. Gong Xiao, at the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, National University of Singapore (NUS).   The Research Engineer will work closely with the Principal Investigator (PI) on one or more research projects.  The project aims to explore advanced semiconductor electronic devices for future advanced integrated circuits.

Qualifications

1.    Possess a Bachelor degree in Electrical Engineering with strong knowledge in semiconductor device technology and process. 
2.    Strong knowledge in semiconductor device physics. 
3.    At least 2 years in simulation, fabrication, and testing of semiconductor devices. 
4.    Proficient in simulation software, such as Sentaurus, Spice, matlab, etc.
5.    Possess relevant expertise proven through coursework and projects during his/her studies.
6.    Excellent academic track record from well-recognized universities. Excellent course work with strong academic performance. 
7.    Excellent communication skills as he/she is required to publish and to present results at conferences and journals independently. 
8.    Work well with team and be independent, and be able to balance well between advancing his/her own research and contributing to the larger team’s success. 
9.    Be committed to work effectively and strong desire to make a difference in pushing the frontiers of semiconductor technology.
10.  Open to Fixed Term Contract. 

Interested applicants are invited to apply directly at the NUS Career Portal. Please note your application will only be processed if you apply via NUS Career Portal.

NUS Career Portal link: https://careers.nus.edu.sg/job/Research-Engineer-%28AIDF%29/32374-en_GB/

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Background

The Asian Institute of Digital Finance (AIDF) is a university-level institute in NUS, jointly founded by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS), the National Research Foundation (NRF) and NUS. AIDF aspires to be a thought leader, a Fintech knowledge hub, and an experimental site for developing digital financial technologies as well as for nurturing current and future Fintech researchers and practitioners in Asia.

At AIDF, we are actively building next-generation AI systems for financial intelligence, including an LLM-driven application platform that integrates alternative data, structured financial data, and advanced retrieval systems. We are now transitioning from prototype to production and are looking for candidates who can bridge data engineering and AI research, particularly in LLM-based information retrieval systems.

We are seeking a Research Assistant / Research Engineer who combines strong data engineering capabilities with an interest in applied AI research, especially in LLM-powered retrieval systems (e.g., RAG, Graph RAG, Knowledge Graph integration).

This role is ideal for candidates who want to:

• Build scalable data infrastructure, and
• Explore cutting-edge retrieval and knowledge representation techniques in real-world applications

Responsibilities

1. Data Engineering & Infrastructure

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable data pipelines and ETL workflows
• Build backend systems to support data ingestion, processing, and serving
• Manage and optimize relational and non-relational databases (e.g., MySQL, MongoDB)
• Ensure data quality, consistency, and reliability across systems

2. LLM & Retrieval System Development

• Develop and optimize retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) pipelines
• Explore advanced retrieval paradigms such as:Graph RAGKnowledge Graph-enhanced retrievalHybrid search over structured + unstructured data
• Work with alternative data sources (e.g., text, news, reports) to improve model performance

3. Applied Research & Prototyping

• Track and experiment with latest research in LLMs, IR, and knowledge systems
• Prototype and evaluate new methods for:Information retrievalKnowledge representationFinancial intelligence extraction
• Translate research ideas into production-ready system components

4. System Integration & Collaboration

• Collaborate with AI engineers, data scientists, and frontend developers
• Integrate backend systems with LLM services and user-facing applications
• Contribute to system architecture design for AI-native products

5. Documentation & Best Practices

• Maintain clear documentation of:Data pipelinesSystem architectureDatabase schemas
• Implement best practices in data governance, security, and reproducibility

Minimum Requirements

• Background in Computer Science, Engineering, or related fields
• Proficiency in at least one programming language (e.g., Python, Java, Go)
• Solid understanding of data structures, algorithms, and system design
• Experience with backend development frameworks (e.g., FastAPI, Django, Spring Boot)
• Familiarity with RESTful API design and implementation
• Experience with databases: Relational: MySQL / PostgreSQL
• Non-relational: MongoDB / Redis / Elasticsearch
• Familiarity with Git and collaborative development workflows
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to debug complex systems

Preferred / Bonus Qualifications

• Experience in data engineering and ETL systems in production environments
• Familiarity with LLM applications, especially: RAG pipelines
• Vector databases (e.g., FAISS, Milvus, Pinecone)
• Exposure to Knowledge Graph construction or usage
• Experience with search / retrieval systems (e.g., BM25, hybrid search)
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS / Azure / GCP), especially data services
• Experience with tools such as Apache Airflow / NiFi / Spark
• Interest in applied AI research and ability to read/implement recent papers
• Strong communication and documentation skills

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge AI systems in finance
• Exposure to real-world large-scale financial datasets
• A unique role combining research + engineering + productization
• Collaboration with researchers and engineers at NUS AIDF-CRI
• Potential to contribute to publications and production AI systems

Interested applicants are invited to apply directly at the NUS Career Portal. Please note your application will only be processed if you apply via NUS Career Portal.

NUS Career Portal link: https://careers.nus.edu.sg/job/Research-Associate-%28Computer-Science%29/32368-en_GB/?st=6FA442CB56FD2E974BE5044B8B37AC6F38088E32

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Job Description

The National University of Singapore invites applications for the position of Research Associate in the Department of Computer Science, School of Computing (SoC). SoC is strongly committed to research excellence in all its dimensions: Searching for fundamental results and insights in developing novel computational solutions to a wide range of applications, building largescale experimental systems, developing theories and policies for effective management of information systems in organizations, and improving the well-being of society. We seek to play an active role both internationally and locally in the core and emerging areas of Computer Science and Information Systems.

The Research Associate will be responsible for working closely with the Principal Investigator (PI) on one or more research projects.

Only shortlisted applicants will be notified.

Job Requirements

• Masters or Ph.D. in Computer Engineering/Computer Science
• Minimum 2 years of relevant professional experience
• Experience in Research
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks effectively

Science Teacher Trainee Programme  

Curious about teaching but not sure where to start?
Love science and enjoy working with children?

The Edu Experience invites undergraduates and fresh graduates to join our Science Teacher Trainee Programme— a hands-on training pathway designed to grow you into a confident Science Teacher.

No teaching experience? No problem. We will train you.

What You’ll Do

• Support and co-teach Science lessons with experienced educators
• Engage students through fun, hands-on experiments and activities
• Learn how to plan lessons, manage a classroom, and explain concepts clearly
• Gradually take on teaching responsibilities with guidance and feedback
• Observe real classrooms and learn what great teaching looks like
• Design worksheets, experiments and curriculum to enhance the lesson

What You’ll Learn

• How to teach Science in an engaging, inquiry-based way
• Classroom management and child development basics
• Lesson planning, answering techniques, and assessment skills
• How to build confidence as a teacher, step by step

Who Should Apply

This programme is perfect if you:

• Are an undergraduate or fresh graduate (Science, Engineering, Education, or related fields)
• Enjoy Science and explaining ideas to others
• Like working with children and young learners
• Are exploring teaching as a possible career
• Are open to learning, feedback, and growth

Training → Teaching Career

This is not just an internship.
Successful trainees will have the opportunity to be converted into full-time Science Teachers at The Edu Experience.

What You’ll Get

• Paid training allowance
• Real classroom experience (not just admin work)
• Mentorship from experienced Science educators
• A clear pathway into a teaching career
• A supportive, learning-focused team

Why TEE?

At The Edu Experience, we believe great teachers are nurtured.
If you are passionate about Science, children, and making learning meaningful, we would love to grow with you.

Please send your CV and cover letter to hr@theeduexperience.com

Established in 2011 in a joint effort by the Maritime and Port Authority (MPA), the Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR) and the Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB), SMI develops strategies and programmes to achieve its mission with key focus areas in sectors such as port, shipping and maritime services. SMI charts the maritime research strategy and promotes greater industry-academia R&D collaborations to be undertaken in Singapore.

Role and Responsibilities

We are seeking for a Manager/Assistant Manager, to be part of our R&D team, to strive towards our Mission in establishing Singapore as a leading global maritime research centre of excellence in Next Generation Port, Smart Shipping, and Green Technologies.

You will support the Deputy Executive Director and work with a team of R&D managers to strengthen R&D collaborations between our maritime industry and academia partners.

The key responsibilities will include:

Strategy Planning

· Map out latest developments and carry out gap analyses in science and technologies relevant to maritime domain, and identify new emerging areas for Singapore’s maritime strategic interests;

· Develop strategies, initiatives and programmes for the translation, deployment, commercialisation, and internationalisation of maritime R&D through engaging government agencies, Institutes of Higher Learning (IHLs), Research Institutes (RIs), maritime companies and other relevant stakeholders

Initiatives and Programmes

· Plan and implement R&D programs and initiatives;

· Evaluate R&D proposals submitted or led by IHLs/RIs;

· Oversee and manage performances of maritime Centres of Excellence and Programme Partners;

· Manage awarded projects and budgets, including variations to budget/ project duration/ project-lead, collation of reports, and review of completed projects.

Engagement

· Engage potential overseas IHLs/RIs to identify synergies, coordinate maritime R&D collaborations, and facilitate multilateral R&D engagements for impactful joint initiatives.

· Engage companies in the maritime industry to understand their technology and business needs, partnering with key stakeholders to showcase local R&D capabilities, and facilitating research opportunities by harmonizing industry needs with local R&D capabilities;

· Drive partnerships between the research ecosystem and industry, and to catalyse technology commercialisation, focusing on industry collaboration projects and translation platforms in the maritime domain

· Plan and organise engagement visits to project partners

Other Duties:

· Oversee R&D processes to ensure compliance with established funding policies and procedures;

· Manage internal R&D capability development and resourcing;

· Represent SMI in R&D matters, when required or any other ad hoc duties assigned.

Qualification and Experience

a. Background in maritime, science or engineering fields with 3 years of relevant working experience

b. Experience in R&D strategy formulation, technology fore-sighting / road mapping, technology translation, and/or good working knowledge of the R&D landscape in Singapore.

c. Experience with grant governance and administration e.g. funding guidelines or compliance requirements;

d. Strong interest in applied science and technology R&D and research community engagement

e. Strong basics in computing, data science, and AI applications related to robotic or autonomous physical systems or industry-relevant problems are also welcome

Skills

a. Proficient in Microsoft Office and grant management software (e.g. Oracle Netsuite);

b. Good analytical skills, with an ability to take a strategic perspective when formulating proposals and recommendations;

c. Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills for effective engagement of senior stakeholders, partner agencies, IHLs/RIs and companies;

d. Proven planning and organisational abilities.

This is an exciting opportunity to join an early-stage biotech venture working at the forefront of yeast fermentation. As a Research Intern, you will support ongoing R&D efforts in strain engineering and bioprocess development to enable the production of innovative lipid ingredients via precision fermentation.

You will work closely with the CTO, Senior Strain Engineer, and broader technical team, gaining hands-on experience in genetic engineering, microbial cultivation, and experimental design in a fast-paced startup environment.

Job Description:

• Support routine laboratory operations, including keeping well-organized experimental records and preparation and maintenance of strains, reagents, and consumables
• Execute day-to-day experimentation, including molecular biology workflows and strain screening
• Assist in the design, construction, and testing of engineered microbial (yeast) strains
• Support lipid and fatty acid characterization through analytical assays
• Contribute to ongoing strain engineering and fermentation optimization projects

Ideal Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor’s degree in Bioengineering, Chemical Engineering, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, or a related field
• Basic laboratory experience in molecular biology, microbiology, or biochemical engineering
• Familiarity with yeast systems or microbial fermentation is a plus
• Exposure to genetic engineering techniques (e.g.,cloning, transformation, CRISPR) is advantageous
• Singaporean and Singapore PR applicants only

Ideal Skills and Attributes:

• Strong interest in strain engineering, synthetic biology, and industrial biotechnology
• Good foundational knowledge in biochemistry and microbial metabolism
• Detail-oriented with good record-keeping and organizational skills
• Eagerness to learn, take initiative, and work in a fast-paced research environment
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Location: The position is based out of Singapore. Singaporean and Singapore PR applicants only.

Application: Please send your resume and a cover letter outlining why you’d be interested in this position to shen@terraoleo.com with email subject "Research Intern 2026 - [Your Name]." Compensation will be commensurate with similar research internship roles.

About Terra Oleo:

Terra Oleo is a Singapore-based biotech venture harnessing microbial fermentation to develop sustainable alternatives to conventionally palm oil–derived ingredients and cocoa butter, with the goal of decarbonizing and advancing industries such as personal care, home care, food, and pharmaceuticals.

Interested applicants are invited to apply directly at the NUS Career Portal. Please note your application will only be processed if you apply via NUS Career Portal.

NUS Career Portal link: https://careers.nus.edu.sg/job/Research-Fellow-%28Statistics-and-Data-Science%29/32353-en_GB/?st=6AAA9CF1EC5AC75CE5B99AF9E75B8B862174B57C

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Job Description

One Research Fellow position is currently available in the Department of Statistics and Data Science, National University of Singapore.  The successful candidate will work with Prof Zhou Wang on random matrix theory under a project on "Toward robustness against distribution shift in the open environment".

The main responsibilities of the position include to develop random matrix theory, especially for sample covariance matrices. Candidate with strong background in probability and machine learning would be a plus.

Qualifications / Discipline:  
•    The candidate should have a PhD degree in Statistics or related area.

Skills:  
•    The applicant is expected to develop random matrix theory, especially for sample covariance matrices.

Experience:   
•    The candidate should have research experience of 2 - 3 years.

Interested applicants are invited to apply directly at the NUS Career Portal. Please note your application will only be processed if you apply via NUS Career Portal.

NUS Career Portal link: https://careers.nus.edu.sg/job/Research-Assistant-%28DISA%29/32357-en_GB/?st=41085BF5874C402EC4DA49352CBB9F7BD4C5EDB7

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Job Description

The National University of Singapore invites applications for the position of Research Assistant in the Department of Information Systems and Analytics (DISA), School of Computing (SoC). SoC is strongly committed to research excellence in all its dimensions: Searching for fundamental results and insights, developing novel computational solutions to a wide range of applications, building large-scale experimental systems and improving the well-being of society. We seek to play an active role both internationally and locally in the core and emerging areas of Information Systems and Analytics.

The successful candidates will be responsible for working closely with the Principal Investigator and lab members on one or more research projects. He/she should possess experience or interest in at least one of the following research areas:

• Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
• Computer Vision
• Algorithms
• Circuits and Systems
• Programming Languages & Software Engineering

Qualifications

• Bachelors or fresh Master’s degree in a relevant area
• Experience in research
• Comfort in reviewing and summarizing research papers
• Comfort in handling and analyzing large data sets
• Prior research experience preferred
• Strong command of English (written and spoken)

Interested applicants are invited to apply directly at the NUS Career Portal. Please note your application will only be processed if you apply via NUS Career Portal.

NUS Career Portal link: https://careers.nus.edu.sg/job/Research-Associate-in-cQED-devices/32356-en_GB/

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

About the Centre for Quantum Technologies (CQT)

The Centre for Quantum Technologies (CQT) in Singapore brings together physicists, computer scientists and engineers to do basic research on quantum physics and to build devices based on quantum phenomena. Experts in this new discipline of quantum technologies are applying their discoveries in computing, communications, and sensing. 

CQT is hosted by the National University of Singapore. The Centre also has staff at the Agency for Science, Technology and Research, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore, and the Singapore University of Technology and Design. With some 200 staff and students, it offers a friendly and international work environment

Learn more about CQT at https://www.cqt.sg/

Job Description

Consolidate studies associated with using echo conditional gates to create quantum states and operations. Train new students in general lab operations, usage of common tools, and measurement processes. Complete data-taking and drafting of manuscript on the quantum simulation of nonlinear potentials. 

Qualifications

Comprehensive knowledge of the team’s infrastructure, tools, and standard workflow in the lab. in-depth experience on designing and testing cQED devices. 

At Experimental Drug Development Centre (EDDC), we are dedicated to discovering and developing novel therapeutics through close collaboration with public sector institutions and industry partners. Drug discovery is a complex and resource-intensive journey, and we harness AI and data-driven strategies to improve the success rate of our programs. As part of our long-term strategy, we initiate projects where confidence in the therapeutic targets is strengthened by insights from patient-derived datasets. Like many biotech and pharmaceutical companies that are expanding into inflammation and immunology (I&I) disease areas, our approach reflects this growing trend and aims to deliver innovative solutions to address significant unmet medical needs in this area.

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Scientist to join our I&I discovery group. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in immunology, molecular biology, and translational research. This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of the team working on the discovery of novel therapeutics and engaging in preclinical drug development from target exploration to drug candidate selection within the I&I therapeutic space.

Principle Roles & Responsibilities:

• Lead and design preclinical research programs focused on identifying and validating novel therapeutic targets in immunology.
• Develop and optimize cell-based assays, flow cytometry panels, and molecular biology techniques to support drug discovery.
• Participate in the evaluation of internal as well as external collaborative projects.
• Analyze, interpret, and present complex data to internal stakeholders and external partners.
• Stay up to date with relevant scientific literature, research on translatability of preclinical disease models and novel mechanisms of action of particular importance within the I&I therapeutic space.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including medicinal chemistry, antibody technology, in vivo pharmacology, computational biology and clinical development.
• Mentor and train junior scientists, providing technical guidance, fostering scientific development, and supporting career growth within the team.

Requirements:

• Ph.D. in Immunology, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, or related field with > 8 years working experience and minimally 3 years experience in the industry sector.
• Strong expertise in immune cell biology, cytokine signalling, and autoimmune disease models.
• Experience with primary human PBMCs, along with a strong understanding of tissue repair and regeneration in the context of immune resolution.
• Proven expertise in developing and optimizing cell-based functional assays.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to clearly convey scientific concepts and influence stakeholders across multidisciplinary teams.
• Proven track record of scientific innovation, publications, and project leadership.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Experience with biologics or small molecule therapeutics is preferred.
• Familiarity with bioinformatics tools and multi-omics data analysis is preferred.

Interested applicants are invited to apply directly at the NUS Career Portal. Please note your application will only be processed if you apply via NUS Career Portal.

NUS Career Portal link: https://careers.nus.edu.sg/job/Research-Fellow-%28Machine-Learning%29-1/32348-en_GB/

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Job Description

We are recruiting full-time Research Fellows to develop hybrid physics-AI methods for weather applications

Available data include:

•             Numerical weather prediction (NWP) model outputs

•             Weather satellite imagery

•             Radar observations

•             Lightning detection networks

•             Surface sensor observations (e.g., rainfall and wind)

The successful candidates will:

•             Develop and benchmark multimodal AI / foundation-model approaches for spatiotemporal forecasting.

•             Build reproducible AI training and evaluation pipelines, as well as uncertainty quantification strategies.

•             Work at the intersection of physics and AI, with an emphasis on geospatial computational modelling.

•             Collaborate with domain experts and (where relevant) operational stakeholders.

•             Drive scientific breakthroughs and contribute to publications and cross-institutional collaborations

Qualifications

Required / strongly preferred

•             PhD in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, Physics, or related.

•             Strong Python and PyTorch; experience with multi-GPU/distributed training and performance optimization.

•             Experience with real-world geospatial/sensor data (quality control, cleaning, visualization).

•             Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Highly desirable

•             Deep learning expertise: generative models, physics-aware learning, uncertainty modelling.

•             Dense spatiotemporal prediction (e.g., video prediction, precipitation nowcasting).

•             Atmospheric science / tropical meteorology background (a plus, not required).

Interested applicants are invited to apply directly at the NUS Career Portal. Please note your application will only be processed if you apply via NUS Career Portal.

NUS Career Portal link:  https://careers.nus.edu.sg/job/Senior-Research-Fellow-%28Power-Electronics%29/32337-en_GB/

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Job Description

•    Manage the research project with Principal Investigator (PI) and the research team members to study, evaluate, propose and innovate on the following:
(1) High-switching frequency high temperature operation of Wide Band Gap (WBG) SiC Semiconductor devices and applications. 
(2) Establish foundational work in the modelling, design, performance evaluation, and benchmarking of SiC power devices and power electronics.
(3) Characterization of new semiconductor devices 
(4) Electrical Circuit Modelling of SiC devices at high switching frequency and high temperature.
(5) Thermal modelling and advanced cooling at high temperature of SiC devices.
(6) Simulation model of new SiC devices
(7) Loss modelling and analysis
(8) EMI filter design
(9) Gate driver design (high frequency and WBG parasitic)
(10) Benchmarking for specific applications and demonstrate features of cost, density, and weight
Carry out Risk Assessment, and ensure compliance with Work, Safety and Health Regulations.
•    Work independently, as well as within a team, to ensure proper operation and maintenance of equipment and assist in laboratory management.
•    Coordinate procurement and liaison with vendors/suppliers.
•    Mentor students involved in the research project
•    For those hired at senior levels, management responsibilities may be included

Qualifications

•    Have a PhD degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent from a recognized University with major in Power Engineering
•    Have 3 or more years’ relevant postdoctoral research experience in power electronics, high frequency gate driver circuit design, EMI filter, loss analysis, switching strategies, and closed loop control system
•    Strong knowledge of power electronics, drives, and WBG semiconductor devices is highly preferred. Experience with hardware testing and real-time simulation will be advantageous. 
•    Knowledge and hands-on experience in Wide band gap semiconductors, device parasitic, device simulation, gare driver design for WBG devices, EMI filter design, high-switching frequency operation, thermal management, high power prototype design and testing, etc. are preferred. 
•    Knowledge of software such as PSIM, PLECS and MATLAB/Simulink
•    Prior knowledge and experience in digital twins/HIL will be a bonus
•    Prior knowledge and experience of AI/ML and automation in power electronics and power system will be useful
•    Experienced and committed to participating in project meetings.
•    Self-motivated team player and good project management skills.
•    Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
•    Open to Fixed Term Contract.

Interested applicants are invited to apply directly at the NUS Career Portal. Please note your application will only be processed if you apply via NUS Career Portal.

NUS Career Portal link:  https://careers.nus.edu.sg/job/Senior-ExecutiveAssistant-Manager-%28Research-Administration%29/32338-en_GB/

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Job Description

a) Programme and Project Management
• Support the Principal Investigator in the strategic and operational management of a large portfolio of modelling and public health research projects.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, timelines, risk registers, and milestone tracking systems across multiple concurrent studies.
• Monitor project progress to ensure deliverables, reporting requirements, and key performance indicators are met.
• Coordinate across modelling teams, data analysts, collaborators, and institutional stakeholders to maintain alignment and momentum.
• Identify operational risks or bottlenecks and proactively implement mitigation strategies.
b) Grant and Financial Management
• Support pre award and post award grant management activities in coordination with institutional research administration units.
• Track project budgets, expenditures, and burn rates across grants to ensure financial compliance and sustainability.
• Prepare financial and progress summaries for the Principal Investigator and funding agencies.
• Assist in the preparation of grant reports, renewals, and new funding applications where required.
c) Stakeholder and Collaboration Management
• Serve as a central coordination point between the Principal Investigator, research team members, institutional offices, and external collaborators.
• Facilitate communication across multi institution and international partners to support complex collaborative projects.
• Organise and manage project meetings, steering committees, and technical working groups, ensuring clear documentation and follow up of action items.
• Support the development and maintenance of collaboration frameworks and data sharing workflows where needed.
d) Research Operations and Delivery Support
• Support the timely production of key research outputs including reports, manuscripts, policy briefs, and technical deliverables by coordinating inputs across team members.
• Maintain organised project documentation, version control, and reporting records aligned with funder and institutional requirements.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of project management systems, particularly for large scale modelling and data intensive programmes.
e) Strategic Growth and Portfolio Development
• Support the Principal Investigator in scaling and coordinating large national and international research initiatives.
• Contribute to the development of new project management structures suitable for complex, multi partner programmes.
• Identify opportunities to strengthen programme efficiency, integration, and external impact.

Qualifications

• Applicants are expected to have at least a Bachelor degree from a recognised institution. Having a scientific background (undergraduate degree in a science discipline) is a plus.
• Preferrably with at least 2 years of experience in an administrative position within academic, research or healthcare sector.
• Candidates with experience in research administration, grant management, agreement review, research ethics, research compliance or database management will be at an advantage.
• A team player with effective problem-solving skills and excellent communication skills to perform well in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to take initiative to learn on the job and manage various responsibilities.
This role is well suited for candidates seeking to build deep expertise in managing large, technically complex research programmes with strong potential progression into senior national and international project management leadership roles.