The Earth Observatory of Singapore (EOS) is a University Research Institute at NTU with a mission to conduct fundamental research on earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, tsunamis, and climate change in and around Southeast Asia, towards safer and more sustainable societies.

EOS invites applications for a Research Fellow in ocean modelling specific to coastal waters in (and around) Singapore. The candidate will examine the conduct high-resolution ocean model (ROMS) simulations to study past and future marine heatwave events in Singapore and examine their impacts on marine ecosystems. The position is a key component of the Marine Climate Chance Science (MCCS) Programme aimed at assessing the long-term viability of mangroves and coral reefs as nature-based climate solutions in Singapore. The Research Fellow will work in a multidisciplinary research team, including coral reef geomorphology, sea level studies, climate modelling, and sedimentology to understand the response of Singapore’s coastal and marine ecosystems to anthropogenic and climate change impacts.

Key Responsibilities:

• Set up and run high-resolution ocean model (ROMS) simulations to study past and future marine heatwaves in Singapore (and the wider SE Asia region)
• Global climate model (e.g., CMIP6) data analysis related to the project goals
• Handle data management and statistical analysis
• Work effectively with colleagues from the project, and with local and international collaborators
• Writing and publication of results in peer-reviewed journals
• Presentation of research work in various forums (e.g., international conferences)

Job Requirements:

• PhD degree in oceanography, climate science, or a closely related field
• Prior experience of working with ocean and numerical models (ROMS preferred)
• Knowledge of ocean and climate dynamics within Indo-Pacific region
• Experience in handling large climate datasets
• Excellent knowledge of data analysis tools in climate science
• Prior experience in publishing first-authored papers in peer-reviewed journals
• Excellent oral and written communications skills in English
• Ability to work independently
• Collaborative and interested in working with other multidisciplinary researchers and scientists

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

1. Support ASMI’s Sustainability & Innovation Committee (SIC)

· Promote adoption of innovation, decarbonisation and renewables within the marine sector

· Facilitate transformation of the marine sector towards a low emissions future economy

· Manage meetings of the SIC

2. Advance Marine Decarbonisation

· Administer the Marine Decarbonisation Champions (MDC) Programme

· Organise MDC collateral activities

· Engage external stakeholders including government agencies towards programme objectives

3. Organise the Marine and Offshore (M&O) Symposium

· Coordinate and manage the annual industry thought leadership event

· Showcase innovative efforts and initiatives in the marine sector

· Engage ASMI members and other external stakeholders towards symposium objectives

4. Any other initiatives relating to industry development

REQUIREMENTS

· At least a Polytechnic diploma in any discipline with at least 2 – 3 years relevant experience; engineering and marine related disciplines preferred

· Interest in innovation, decarbonisation and renewables in the marine industry

· Meticulous and detail-oriented

· Good communication (written/verbal) and interpersonal skills

· Resourceful and able to work independently or in teams

· Self-motivated individual with strong drive for results within tight timelines

· Singaporeans and PRs only

SALARY EXPECATIONS

Between S$3,000 to S$4,000

13th Month Guaranteed

Performance Bonus in April every year.

Responsibilities:

• Administrative support for various A*STAR Grants
• Support in A*STAR grant calls including drafting of grant call announcements to faculty, advising PIs and school administrators on funding guidelines, work processes and grant call opportunities.
• Provide guidance to faculty and School administrators to better understand the grant requirements through checklists or guides or standardized forms
• Facilitate on the budget scrubbing process prior to the award of the project
• Coordinate internal review panel meeting to shortlist proposals, when required
• Assist awarded PIs with their letters of award and facilitating research account opening
• Support the team to manage post award requests from faculty for their research grants (i.e. variation requests, report submissions), in accordance to the T&Cs of the research grants awarded)
• Provide support and guidance for RISE (Research Information System) and iGrant related enquiries
• Support in preparation of reports and statistical data
• Involve in ad-hoc initiatives undertaken by the Office

Requirements:

• A Bachelor degree from recognised university with at least 1 to 2 years relevant work experience
• Preference will be given to candidates who have held administrative positions in a central office within a large organization
• High competency in Microsoft applications
• Good writing, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational, time management and planning skills.
• Highly motivated individual with strong analytic skills, a keen eye for details, can multi-task and work independently as well as on a team
• Willing to learn on the job.

Hiring Institution: NTU

The S. Rajaratnam School of International Studies (RSIS), a Graduate School of Nanyang Technological University (NTU), is a leading research-intensive and teaching institution in strategic and international affairs and policy-oriented think tank in the Asia-Pacific region.

RSIS invites applications for the position of Research Analyst / Senior Analyst / Associate Research Fellow in RSIS under the Social Cohesion Research team. The successful applicant is expected to support the Team, where he/she is to perform research, and work with the team on assigned projects. He/she will be required to liaise with internal and external stakeholders and various government authorities. He/she will be required to carry out administrative work, and support the office on organising seminars, workshops and the International Conference on Cohesive Societies (ICCS).

The successful candidate should:

• Possess at least a Bachelor’s degree in social sciences with a robust foundation in statistics, econometrics, or analytics;
• Preferably have at least 2 years of relevant experience in basic research and project management;;
• Have an interest on Singapore and the region, including but not limited to issues related to race and religion, inequality, social diversity, and geopolitical dynamics;
• Keen to work and learn across disciplines and subject matters; and
• Possess Excellent writing, analytical and presentation skills.

All applicants should submit the following:

• A cover letter specifying how your qualifications match the job description;
• A detailed curriculum vitae;
• 2 published articles or writing samples; and
• 3 reference letters

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

For further information about RSIS, please visit our website: www.rsis.edu.sg.

The Earth Observatory of Singapore (EOS) is a University Research Institute at NTU with a mission to conduct fundamental research on earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, tsunamis, and climate change in and around Southeast Asia, towards safer and more sustainable societies.

EOS invites applications for a Research Fellow in palynology (pollen) and sedimentology research relating to tropical mangrove environments in Singapore. The position will involve the use of sedimentary cores to reconstruct the geomorphic evolution of mangrove systems and investigate mangrove survival thresholds and ecological tipping points relating to past sea-level change. The position is a key component of the Marine Climate Chance Science (MCCS) Programme aimed at assessing the long-term viability of mangroves as nature-based climate solutions in Singapore. The candidate will work under the supervision of Assistant Professor Kyle Morgan and Research Assistant Professor Stephen Chua, as well as a team of leading international scientists to understand the response of Singapore’s coastal and marine ecosystems to anthropogenic and climate change impacts.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct pollen grain counts with accurate identification of species (including statistical methods related to pollen analysis)
• Manage, guide and train student interns/PhD students/Research staff in pollen preparation and analysis
• Maintenance of documentation, including inhouse data repository, and GitHub repository, if applicable
• Publish the scientific outcomes of this research in high quality, peer-reviewed, international scientific journals
• Perform other relevant research tasks assigned by the Principal Investigator and Co-Investigator
• Develop and conduct laboratory protocols for core-based sediment and microfossil sample preparation (e.g., pollen slides) and analysis
• Manage and procure lab resources/equipment/chemicals relating to sediment and pollen analysis
• Prepare sediment and microfossil samples for age dating (i.e., 14C, 210Pb, 137Cs)
• Coordinate between multiple research partners involved in the project and explore additional research directions

Job Requirements:

• PhD in environmental science, earth science or related topics
• Strong competence and experience in pollen preparation, identification and data analysis
• Established in the field with a good record of publications
• Excellent English written and communication skills
• Independence in research direction and team spirit
• Team player and willingness to collaborate
• Able to mentor undergraduate and PhD students
• Self-driven and able to work independently
• Demonstrate enthusiasm and willingness to learn

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