The Nanyang Centre for Public Administration (NCPA) at the College of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences, Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Singapore invites applications for Research Fellow.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work closely with Professor Liu Hong, Director of NCPA (Research & Executive Education), who will serve as the primary mentor, and other research staff at NCPA as well as the School of Social Sciences
• Coordinate NCPA's research activities within NTU (including the Lien Ying Chow Legacy Fellowship Programme) and with external partners

Job Requirements:

• PhD in one of the relevant fields of Asian studies, international political economy, political science, public policy, sociology, ethnic studies, and global history
• Interdisciplinary and comparative approach to Asian political economy in the context of globalization and new geopolitics is particularly welcomed
• For those working on China and ASEAN, possessing bilingual capacities (English and Chinese or English and a Southeast Asian language) will facilitate the research process.
• Demonstrate records in publication and research activities in the relevant research themes
• Preference will be given to those who have experience in the Asian region and are able to connect area studies with on-going discourses about the international political economy and public governance

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine (LKC Medicine), a joint medical school between Imperial College London and Nanyang Technological University (NTU), is seeking to recruit a Research Fellow to join Dr. Xiuyi Fan's laboratory. Our lab focuses on the development of Explainable Artificial Intelligence (XAI) techniques and their applications to gain new insights in the field of medicine.

We have various projects related to XAI that the Research Fellow will explore, including temporal/time-series and counterfactual explanations, as well as uncertainty quantification and comparisons of XAI techniques. The successful candidate should have experience working at the intersection of XAI and Medicine. Additionally, the candidate should be familiar with large-scale Electronic Health Records and the development of new XAI techniques.

The Research Fellow will lead projects under the supervision of the Principal Investigator (PI), Dr. Xiuyi Fan. Responsibilities will include data preprocessing, data analysis, the development of new XAI techniques, application of existing XAI techniques, and manuscript writing. The Research Fellow will also provide support to research student projects at all levels (Bachelors, Masters, and PhD).

Job Responsibilities:

- Conduct experiments using XAI techniques in the application to medical data to produce new medical insights.

- Develop new XAI techniques that are either use-case specific or use-case agnostic.

- Perform analysis of newly developed techniques and existing techniques.

- Coordinate lab meetings, seminars, and workshops.

Competencies and Qualifications:

- Have a PhD in the field of Explainable Artificial Intelligence (XAI).

- A track record of research in XAI, preferably in the application to medical data.

- Knowledge of existing XAI methods.

- Organized, motivated, and a team player with the ability to carry out independent research.

- Capability to adapt to the ever-changing field of Machine Learning and associated XAI methods.

A Research Assistant position is currently available in the Temasek Laboratories@NTU.

Key Responsibilities:

• Optimize the slurry formulations for 3D printing.
• Scale up the printed ceramic dimensions and tackle the potential challenges
• Improve the material properties to fulfill design requirement
• Draft technical report and manuscript for publication
• Mentor PhD/FYP students

Job Requirements:

• Minimally Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science & Engineering with 2nd upper honors
• At least 1 year’s relevant experience in material research. Work experience in ceramic processing is preferred
• Experience in 3D printing of materials and using SolidWork or other digital model building software is preferred
• Excellent academic record
• Preferably with published 1-2 peer-reviewed papers
• Good interpersonal skills
• Excellent teamwork awareness
• Good communication and writing in English
• Self-motivation, strong responsibility for research/ work

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

A Research Assistant position is available in the Centre for Integrated Circuits and Systems, School of Electrical & Electronic Engineering, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore.

Job Description:

• Design and development of electromagnetics, circuits and mathematics apps on mobile device
• Make connections among electromagnetics, circuits and mathematics topics
• Assist to conduct the education research on learning Electrical Engineering core courses using AI and mobile devices
• Survey and feedback data analysis, apps improvement, expansion of questions pool

Job Requirements:

• BEng/BSc in Electrical/Computer Engineering or Physics
• Experience in AI methods, data analyses and computing
• Proficiency in programming languages especially mobile apps development
• Proficiency in English

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

The National Institute of Education invites suitable applicants for the position of a part-time Research Assistant on contract basis at the NIE Director’s Office.

Project Title: Examining the construct of future-readiness through the lenses of education leaders and their institutional practices

Project Introduction: This study aims to unpack the construct of ‘future-readiness’ to derive principles and practical implications for educating students in higher education. This study will investigate how international IHL education leaders conceptualise the terminology in their institutional leadership and practice. Their articulation will be referenced against contemporary ideas about the future and preparation for the future beyond the realm of education discourse.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree from a reputable university
• Relevant experience in reviewing research literature and supporting research projects
• Good interpersonal communication and writing skills
• Expertise in Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Proactive, willing to learn, reliable and able to manage concurrent tasks in a timely manner

Responsibilities

• Conduct literature searches and write reviews
• Assist in transcription, analysis of data and summarising of research findings
• Compile EndNote database for reference
• Assist with preparation of draft research project reports, presentations and papers for publication with minimal supervision
• Other tasks as assigned by the Principal Investigator

Application

Applicants (external and internal) will apply via Workday. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Workday Job Req ID: R00015742 (https://ntu.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/Careers/job/NTU-Main-Campus-Singapore/Research-Assistant--Director-s-Office--NIE-_R00015742)

Closing Date

Closing date for advertisements will be set to 14 calendar days from date of posting.

The Earth Observatory of Singapore (EOS) is looking for ambitious, highly motivated Research Fellow (post-doctoral scholar). The appointed candidate will jointly develop and apply physics-​based computational simulations to characterize and understand earthquakes physics and large-​scale tectonic processes in the Southeast Asian Ring of Fire. The selected candidate will join the Computational Geophysics Lab at EOS and work under the supervision of Asst Prof. Luca Dal Zilio and will be part of the "Integrating Volcano and Earthquake Science and Technology (InVEST) in Southeast Asia" project, a 5-year project that aims to provide a holistic understanding of regional tectonics, volcanoes, the linkages between the two, and their cascading hazards and impacts in Singapore and Southeast Asia. We will be hiring a large number of research staff and students to work on this project, so it promises to be a very exciting time to join our team!

The successful candidate will help to investigate the component C of InVEST, which aims to improve our understanding of cascading hazard, including earthquakes, landslides, and tsunamis, from the prospective of physics-based numerical modelling. We are looking for a collaborative individual with a passion for learning, who would enjoy working with people from a wide range of disciplines – seismology, geodesy, geology, tectonics, risk – with a goal to connecting the dots between the components.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct Physics-Based Numerical Simulations: Utilize advanced numerical simulations to analyse and link earthquake-triggered hazards, exposures, and vulnerabilities in the Southeast Asian Ring of Fire.
• Model Development and Data Integration: Develop numerical models informed by previously acquired geological, geophysical, and geodetic datasets, ensuring a robust and accurate representation of seismic activities.
• Data Management and Analysis: Manage, analyse, and interpret complex datasets, employing the latest methodologies and tools for accurate and efficient data processing.
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Engage in close collaboration with experts across diverse disciplines, integrating various datasets to enhance the understanding of regional seismic dynamics.
• Scenario Analysis and Hazard Identification: Identify potentially impactful hazard scenarios specific to the Southeast Asian region, focusing on high-risk areas and key geological features.
• Policy-Informed Research: Develop key case studies that can inform and support policy decisions, emphasizing practical applications of research findings in risk management and mitigation strategies.
• Communication with Stakeholders: Prepare research outputs in formats accessible to policymakers, risk stakeholders, and the broader community, ensuring clear and effective communication of complex scientific information.
• Dissemination of Research Findings: Present, publish, and communicate research results in scientific meetings, scholarly journals, and other relevant platforms, contributing to the broader scientific discourse.
• Mentorship and Team Support: Provide guidance and support to junior team members, students, and research assistants, fostering an environment of learning and professional growth.

Job Requirements:

• Ph.D. in Earth Science, Geology, Physics, Mechanical Engineering, or Computer Science
• Post-doctoral experience is an advantage
• Expertise and interests in numerical modelling, earthquake source physics, and fracture mechanics
• Experience in computational seismology and numerical methods
• Strong expertise in programming with MATLAB/Python/Julia/C/C++
• Track record of publishing research relevant to the position in international recognised journals
• Evidence of excellent communication skills
• Evidence of independence in research direction and team spirit

EOS is a Research Centre of Excellence at Nanyang Technological University Singapore that conducts fundamental research on earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, tsunamis, and climate change in and around Southeast Asia, towards safer and more sustainable societies.

EOS seeks a diverse and inclusive workforce and is committed to equality of opportunity. We welcome applications from all and recruit on the basis of merit, regardless of age, race, gender, religion, marital status and family responsibilities, or disability.

Interested applicants should submit a CV and a statement of interests. The starting date is flexible with the earliest opportunity in April 2024. Evaluation of application starts immediately until the position is filled.

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Basic Functions:

• Carries out product development related activities and supports to stability studies, trouble shooting, customer complaints and other special requirements.

Duties:

• Carries out experiments, assays as assigned by the project leader.
• Complies to the ISO 13485 / FDA QSR 21 CFR: PART 820 standards for the Research & Development laboratory.
• Prepares study protocol, conducts experiments and provides data for new products or reports in supporting operation and marketing on technical issues, customer special requirement, complaint and problem solving.
• Generates necessary documentation for procedures and standards for product development and launching.
• Provides supports to stability studies by carrying out assays and producing reports as assigned by the Research Scientist and Manager.
• Other projects/tasks assigned by the Department Head and project leader.

Requirements:

Ability to : Plan and carry out experiments

Knowledge of : Immunodiagnostics and Biomedical Sciences

Education : BSc or equivalent

Experience : 2 years of relevant working experiences preferred but not essential

Job Description

• Under direct supervision, plans and Purchase of goods and services to support manufacturing, field operations, technology, or project management strategic plans at the plant level
• Complies with and executes Category Management strategies in accordance with policies and procedures
• Issues purchase orders in response to material requirements established by manufacturing
• Implements agreements for local procurement of goods and services not covered under Category Management
• Manage daily suppliers’ deliveries, PO prices and On-time delivery
• Manage GRIR/ blocked invoices
• Contracts management and administration.
• Assesses and perform Supplier Performance Review
• Work on Continuous Improvement Projects and costs savings initiatives
• Require to comprehend technical drawings and specifications
• Work closely with Technology and stakeholders on Quality related issues with suppliers
• Ad-hoc duties

Qualification & Experience

• Completion of a bachelor degree in a technical, business, or similar discipline required. (Procurement Specialist)
• Completion of a diploma in a technical, business, or similar discipline with related of working experience (Procurement Specialist Associate)
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in procurement or production environment.
• Advanced procurement certification preferred (CPM, etc.). Purchase to Pay knowledge is desirable.

Skills

• Preferably with experience in SAP
• Intermediate level in Microsoft Excel is preferred
• Strong communication and interpersonal skill
• Able to demonstrate good supplier management skill
• Good Negotiation track records
• Meticulous and proficient in data analysis

Temasek Laboratories@NTU is looking for a candidate to join them as a Research Assistant. We are hiring a Research Assistant for a credibility assessment project. The research assistant will perform a variety of functions related to research. The candidate is expected to work closely with the project team to perform task assigned.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct literature reviews and technology scan/assessment
• Assist with the research design and statistical analyses
• Assist with writing progress and final research report
• Contribute to research publications and presentations
• Engage in the dissemination of research findings/results to defense partners, under supervision of the Principal Investigator
• Perform administrative work associated with HSSIR

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology or its equivalent
• At least 2 years of experience in research work
• Experience with qualitative data analysis will be added advantage
• Proficiency in MS office, statistical analysis using SPSS, R or Stata
• Good interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
• Good time management skills and the ability to work within tight deadlines is a must
• Strong team player with the capacity to learn and work independently

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

As Singapore’s leading supermarket retail player and a household name close to all, we have grown with you over the years. It is now your turn to grow an exciting new career and fulfil your aspirations with us. Join us as we embark on a journey to make lives better for our customers, community, environment and employees.

At NTUC FairPrice, we offer you more than just a job. We are committed in giving our employees a rewarding career through comprehensive development opportunities. We promise a wonderful workplace culture with ample opportunities for growth at different levels of your career. Every of our 10,000 employees across Singapore is important.

If the prospect of working in an organization at the forefront of retail technology and innovation excites you, look no further.

Grow your career with us today and make a difference.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The incumbent is responsible for and he/ she is expected to

• Perform QA/QC work primarily at our Fresh Food Distribution Centre. 
• Perform sensory and instrumental testing of fresh produce.
• Conduct quality audits of supplier and branch for QA compliance.
• Conduct research study into product quality parameters.
• Conduct routine hygiene check at warehouse facility
• Preparing quality & feedback reports, presentation materials etc.
• Assist the Executive/Manager to administer other related QA programs.

• Diploma in Food Science/ Food Technology/ Microbiology/ Biotechnology/ Chemistry or its equivalent.
• Preferably 1 – 2 years of relevant work experience in quality assurance work and professional knowledge in ISO 9001, ISO 220000 or HACCP, etc.
• Candidates without diploma qualification but with relevant experience are welcome to apply.
• Motivated, meticulous and results oriented
• Resourceful and problem solver
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Team player and ability to collaborative and work effectively with a variety of stakeholders, etc

• Work location: Upper Thomson Road and Sunview Road 

Key Responsibilities and Activities:

Analyse and Generate Insights on the Organisational Health of Social Service Agencies (SSAs)

Conduct in-depth analysis on the organisational health of SSAs to articulate the impact of organisational capability-building efforts on service outcomes for service users, and inform capability-building strategies for the sector. This entails:

• Maintaining, updating, and enhancing dashboard on organisational health of the sector, incorporating relevant data sets.
• Advising on updates to organisational health frameworks, survey and self-assessment methodology of self-assessment tools.
• Sense-making and identifying the relationship between service user outcomes, capability building efforts and organisational health data.
• Analyse and Generate Insights on Manpower in the social service sector

Work with teams to analyse workforce trends to guide decision-making and strategic planning, and develop relevant metrics and dashboards to monitor performance; including:

• Identifying and assessing key sectoral manpower challenges and needs, uncover insights on attraction and retention of segments of the sector workforce, including Social Service Professionals in management roles.
• Developing meaningful sector level indicators, working with demographics, compensation, and other data types.
• Monitoring and reporting key statistics.
• Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders for analysis and reporting needs
• Leveraging market benchmarking data to influence and optimise decision making.

Strengthen In-house Research and Evaluation expertise

Support research and evaluation projects on sector and SSA needs, by

• Providing feedback on surveys administered by teams and provide support in analysing the findings.
• Advising on the design and implementation of research studies.
• Advising on the impact evaluation of capability-building schemes to assess impact, identify learnings and inform forward plans.

Requirements:

• Possesses a Bachelor’s Degree in the Social Sciences (e.g., Psychology, Social Work, Political Science, Public Health or relevant domains e.g., Business Administration
• At least 5 years of work experience, preferably with experience in Social Sciences or organisational health domain.
• Proficient in PowerBI. Knowledge in SPSS, Python, and R Programming would be a bonus.
• Strong research skills (Quantative and qualitative) and experience with research projects.
• Demonstrable experience in strategic planning and implementation.
• Knowledge and/or experience in Organisational Development
• Strong communicator who is flexible and adaptable, comfortable working in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
• Singaporean(s) Only

Coen Tay Zhi Xuan (R1989334)

Scientec Consulting Pte Ltd (Scientec Personnel) -11C5781

The School of Social Sciences is looking for a highly motivated postdoctoral Research Fellow who will work with Dr. Peipei SETOH, Psychology, School of Social Sciences, Nanyang Technological University and Dr. Henning TIEMEIER, School of Public Health, Harvard University.

The current line of research examines how child social-emotional and cognitive development is influenced by cultural contexts and family socialization. Ultimately, the goal is to inform parenting interventions and family policies to improve parenting skills and children’s well-being. The lab collaborates with Singapore’s largest scale birth cohort study, Growing Up in Singapore Towards Healthy Outcomes (GUSTO).

This fellowship provides substantial opportunities for new PhDs seeking significant experience, mentorship, and networking, as well as close collaboration with the Principal Investigators and considerable involvement in authorship of abstracts, presentations, and manuscripts.

Key Responsibilities:

• Engage in academic activities (prepare manuscripts, reports, grants, and present findings in national and international conferences)
• Perform research duties (e.g., managing the lab’s IRB protocol, research grant administration and accounting, maintain budgets, submit reimbursement requests, database management, data cleaning, data processing)
• Recruit, train and supervise undergraduate research assistants and graduate students
• Work with multidisciplinary teams of researchers and stakeholders from a wide range of fields, including developmental psychology, education, in collaboration with clinical experts in general and developmental-behavioral pediatrics.
• Provide general support to researchers in the lab
• Assist in teaching of Developmental Psychology at Nanyang Technological University.

Job Requirements:

• Ph.D. in developmental psychology, developmental cognitive neuroscience, or a related discipline
• Research experience in early cognitive development / implementation science
• Excellent statistical abilities, demonstrated proficiency in statistical language (e.g, Stata, R)
• Applied research skills in methodology development and data analysis
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills are essential
• Good team player, excellent communication and public relations skills
• Ability to work independently, under pressure and meet deadlines
• Candidate should be willing to make a 2-year commitment

To apply, interested candidates should send a letter of interest, CV, transcripts, contact information for three references, and sample publications to [email protected]. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Philosophy, School of Humanities, Nanyang Technological University

Young and research-intensive, Nanyang Technological University (NTU Singapore) is ranked among the world’s top universities.

The School of Humanities at NTU Singapore is committed to promoting first-rate research and teaching. With an impressive track record from our existing faculty and diverse avenues for funding, the School provides an ideal environment for both disciplinary and interdisciplinary research excellence. Students are given ample opportunities to develop strong critical thinking, research, and communication skills—skills which will enable them to make meaningful contributions to Singapore and beyond.

Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Philosophy

The School of Humanities invites outstanding academics to apply for faculty positions in philosophy at the rank of assistant professor, associate professor, or full professor.

In line with the strategic development plan of the NTU Philosophy programme, we are hiring for multiple positions. The rank, area of specialization, and area of competence are open for all positions.

NTU’s philosophy programme offers a Major and Minor in Philosophy. It is a postgraduate degree conferring programme, with both MA and PhD students. It has particular strengths in ethics, Chinese philosophy, and philosophy of science. We welcome applicants who are working in the programme’s strengths. In addition, we hope to develop new research strengths. We also welcome applicants who are working in other areas such as metaphysics, epistemology, philosophy of mind, philosophy of language, history of philosophy, political philosophy, philosophy of information, philosophy of technology, and digital humanities.

The successful applicants are expected to engage actively in research, teaching, and service in the subject area of Philosophy within the School of Humanities.

Emoluments

Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Application Procedure

Applications received by 3 July 2023 will receive full consideration. The position is open until filled. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Applicants are invited to submit their applications (cover letter, CV, research and teaching statements, and Google Scholar citation report if available) through the NTU career portal: https://ntu.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/Careers/job/NTU-Main-Campus-Singapore/Assistant-Associate-Full-Professor-in-Philosophy_R00013522.

Enquiries about the position may be addressed to:

Chair, Philosophy Search Committee

Email: [email protected]

Hiring Institution: NTU