Interested applicants are invited to apply directly at the NUS Career Portal

Your application will be processed only if you apply via NUS Career Portal

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

About the Asian Institute of Digital Finance

The Asian Institute of Digital Finance (AIDF) is a university-level institute in the National University of Singapore (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.

Duties and Responsibilities

To work closely with our research team to drive innovative solutions in credit recovery efficiency analytics. Primary responsibilities will include:

• Develop and maintain frontend and backend systems for forecasting models and data integration.
• Perform data processing tasks to ensure accessibility and usability for research purposes.
• Provide assistance in research-related affairs, including collaboration with analysts and scientists.

Qualifications

• ​​​​Master's degree in Mathematics, Fintech, Statistics, Computer Science or related field
• Proficiency in Python and SQL.
• Basic machine learning knowledge.
• Familiarity with Full Stack technologies, including Django, React, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
• Knowledge of data mining, backend system development, and financial technology applications.

Interested applicants are invited to apply directly at the NUS Career Portal

Your application will be processed only if you apply via NUS Career Portal

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Job Description

The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering seeks to hire an Executive (Research) to assist in department administration for projects hosted and co-hosted by the department, to assist in charting out activities and outreach for research clusters and initiatives based in the department, and to assist the Deputy Head (Research and Enterprise) and the Head of Department in specific projects and grant administration.

• To execute and administer research administration for projects hosted and co-hosted by the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, including managing the departmental research portfolio, proposal grant submissions, grant life-cycle administration (from initiation to closure and audit), financial and audit reports to grantors and auditors, grant data management, and others.
• To assist in charting out and implementing research outreach and activities for the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, including emerging research initiatives, research cluster activities and liaising with industry. • To assist in the writing, collation and documentation of research activities for the research clusters
• To assist in the collation of data, design, planning and preparation of publicity materials for research outreach, including department presentations, videos, research publications, research seminars and webinars, research website and updates.To assist in the preparation of large grant call proposals for the department.
• To assist in specific research project and grant administration as approved by the Deputy Head (Research) and the Head of Department.
• Any other ad-hoc duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Minimum Bachelor's degree in relevant discipline
• Minimum 2 years of experience in relevant areas
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; Powerpoint, Words, Excel (Pivot table, vLookup)
• Competent in writing, collating and summarising information
• Able to handle confidential data.
• Meticulous with strong follow-through on work matters.
• Background in science or engineering is preferable
• Open to fixed term contract.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and evaluate advanced materials for energy applications, including fusion, fission, hydrogen technologies, or other extreme environment systems.
• Conduct research on materials for harsh and extreme environments to improve performance and reliability in energy systems.
• Assist project and group leaders in preparing research proposals and achieving OKR (Objectives and Key Results).
• Publish high-quality scientific papers and contribute to intellectual property development.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams on energy-related projects.

Job Requirements:

• PhD in Metallurgy, Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related fields
• Strong publication record and/or relevant industry experience.
• Proven expertise in materials development for energy-related research such as fusion, fission, hydrogen, or other advanced energy systems.
• Experience with materials characterization techniques and performance evaluation in extreme environments.
• Solid understanding of metallurgy, material degradation mechanisms, and structural integrity analysis.
• Ability to work independently with a proactive and results-oriented mindset.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and effective teamwork skills.

The above eligibility criteria are not exhaustive. A*STAR may include additional selection criteria based on its prevailing recruitment policies. These policies may be amended from time to time without notice. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Location: Singapore
Department: Research & Development (R&D)
Reports to: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Employment Type: Full-Time

KEY Responsibilities:

1. Research & Innovation:

• Lead research initiatives focused on underwater robotics, including navigation, machine learning algorithms, and sensor integration.
• Drive innovation to enhance the performance, autonomy, and efficiency of Roverclean and future robotic products.
• Stay ahead of industry trends, emerging technologies, and advancements in underwater robotics.

2. Product Development:

• Oversee the development and improvement of Alicia Bots’ underwater robotic systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including software, mechanical, and electrical engineers, to ensure seamless integration of robotics solutions.
• Evaluate technical feasibility and scalability of proposed robotic solutions.

3. Team Leadership:

• Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing team of robotics engineers and researchers.
• Foster a collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Provide technical guidance and ensure team alignment with company goals.

4. Strategic Planning:

• Develop and execute a long-term R&D strategy for underwater robotics in alignment with company objectives.
• Define research priorities, set milestones, and monitor project timelines and deliverables.

5. Collaboration & Partnerships:

• Build strategic partnerships with academic institutions, research labs, and technology partners.
• Represent the company at industry conferences, workshops, and technical forums.

6. Technical Documentation:

• Ensure accurate and thorough technical documentation for all research projects and product developments.
• Prepare technical papers, reports, and patents where applicable.

Qualifications & Experience:

Education:

• Bachelor's or Master’s in Robotics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field with a focus on underwater systems or marine technology.

Experience:

• Minimum 5-10 years of experience in underwater robotics research or robotics product development.
• Proven track record of leading R&D teams and delivering successful robotic systems or projects.
• Experience with underwater navigation systems, sonar technologies, and AI/ML integration in robotic systems.
• Previous experience in the maritime, offshore, or defense industries is preferred.

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in robotics control systems, underwater communication systems, and sensor technologies.
• Strong programming skills in languages like C++, Python, or ROS (Robot Operating System).

Soft Skills:

• Strong leadership and mentoring abilities.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical thinking skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments and international teams.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• A dynamic and innovative work environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth and technical leadership.

Exposure to cutting-edge maritime technologies and global industry leaders.

Interested applicants are invited to apply directly at the NUS Career Portal

Your application will be processed only if you apply via NUS Career Portal

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Job Description

Applications are invited for the following full-time position in the Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health:

Research Assistant for Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health

The Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health (SSHSPH) at the National University of Singapore (NUS) is recruiting a full-time, experienced research assistant to model the impact and cost-effectiveness of contact-transmissible infectious diseases. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research, collaborate with a team of experts, and work on other infectious disease analyses.

Job scope:
• To undertake high-quality research, including contributing to drafting major grant proposals and/or leading in drafting small grant proposals;
• To develop and extend mathematical and economic models of contact-transmissible infectious diseases.
• To support ethics applications;
• To contribute to peer-reviewed publications and other outputs, including as lead author;
• To collaborate with modellers, economists, and epidemiologists at NUS and other institutions.
• Contribute to drafting grant proposals and co-authoring publications.
• To review the latest research on contact-transmissible infectious diseases regularly.
• To disseminate research findings through presentations at international conferences and meetings with key partners (e.g., WHO).
• To contribute to the broader research community through journal and grant reviews.
• To participate in mandatory NUS training and keep abreast of advancements in research methods.

Requirements:
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Statistics, Biostatistics, Engineering, Economics, Pharmacy, Public Health, or Computer Science.
• Experience with quantitative research, preferably related to infectious disease modelling.
• Strong analytical and data management skills using electronic medical records, clinical trials, and observational data.
• Experience with statistical software (e.g., R) and programming languages (e.g., R, C/C++, Python).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Strong organizational skills and time management.

The following knowledge and experience would be advantageous:
• Experience contributing to research grant applications.
• Experience with teaching and assessment (desirable but not essential).
• Experience with epidemiological modelling of infectious diseases (especially sexually transmitted diseases).
• Experience with data analysis using statistical inference techniques.
• Experience with health economic evaluations.
• Experience with parallel and/or high-performance computing.

The grade of appointment will be accorded based on candidate’s academic qualifications and years of relevant experience.

Interested applicants are invited to apply directly at our NUS career portal and submit the following documents by 15 Feb 2025:
a. Cover letter highlighting career goals and relevant experience
b. Curriculum Vitae, containing details of three named referees

For further enquiries, please contact Dr Kiesha Prem ([email protected]).

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Who are we?

We are the University of Cambridge presence in Singapore called Cambridge CARES, sponsored by the NRF CREATE program CAM.CREATE. CARES also hosts industry-funded and other agencies funded projects. Our team is comprised of world-class scientists and engineers working in a vibrant, fast-paced environment with great opportunities forknowledge and skills development.

CARES is leading a new project “Sustainable Manufacture of Molecules and Materials (SM3)”, funded by NRF CREATE programme within the Decarbonisation Grand Challenge. SM3project is a collaboration with NTU, NUS, CARES & the University of Cambridge and EPFL. The broad aim of the project is to develop novel approaches and technologies for fully de-fossilised routes to complex functional molecules and molecular materials. The project will explore novel chemical transformations for conversion of net-zero feedstocks to building blocks typically used in pharma, agrochem and other end applications. The project will also explore novel synthetic methods for conversion of the building blocks into end-use functional molecules. Novel synthesis technologies (photoelectrochemistry, sonochemistry, mechanochemistry, etc), as well as advanced research methods (AI, chemoinformatics, high-throughput synthesis) and process metrics (LCA and technoeconomic analysis) are included in this large project.

Who are we looking for?

We are looking to fill a vacancy of a Research Fellow or a Senior Research Fellow. The successful candidate would have a PhD in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering with a strong interest in Process Systems Engineering and Machine Learning (AI) for Chemical Engineering. The ideal candidate would have experience in developing first principle process models in Matlab/gPROMS or Python, process optimization, machine learning for chemical processes.

What skills do you have?

Working with chemical process data. Understanding process design, process optimization. Coding in Python. Developing ML workflows.

When is position available and for how long?

The position is available from January 2025 for 1 year in the first instance and up to 4 years in total.

What can we offer you?

· A stimulating working-environment with friendly, highly motivated colleagues.

· Opportunities to develop and implement new ideas in a creative environment.

· A competitive salary in line with your skills and experience.

· A one-year contract in the first instance, extendable following satisfactory performance.

· A comprehensive medical insurance cover as part of your employment.

Please apply by uploading your CV and academic transcript to https://jobs.swagapp.com/jobs/cambridge-cares-research-fellow-chemical-engineer-ai-process-system-for-sm3-al. Please note that this post is mainly based in the CREATE Tower at NUS University Town, Singapore. Informal enquiries could be sent to the academic lead of the project: Prof. Alexei Lapkin ([email protected]).

Who are we?

We are the University of Cambridge research centre in Singapore called Cambridge CARES, sponsored by the NRF CREATE program CAM.CREATE. Health-driven design for cities (HD4) is a collaborative research programme between the University of Cambridge, NTU and NUS within Cambridge CARES.

HD4 sits at the heart of Singapore’s global research and development hub and paves the way for a sustainable and healthy city. It will undertake research in the following key areas: characterising the features of the environment that potentially impact health in Singapore; understanding the links between environmental factors, individual behaviour and health outcomes; observing the impact of environmental change on health in Singapore; simulating the impact of potential changes on the health of Singaporeans; and working with government agencies to co-develop data-rich public health tools.

The scientific techniques, technologies, tools and most importantly the knowledge gained through the programme will create a comprehensive systems view of how the urban environment affects population health in Singapore. The programme will train and enrich the talent pool of next generation of researchers, and benefit from local and international expertise and an innovative interdisciplinary research ecosystem. It will provide the basis for a data-rich public health framework, supporting the development of a healthy Singapore.

Work Package 1, led by Assoc. Prof. Rudi STOUFFS (NUS) and Ronita Bardhan (Cambridge), targets the identification and assembly of existing geocoded environmental datasets and linkage to individual behaviour and health outcomes. We will use existing data to analyse the built and natural environments in Singapore and construct profiles of urban environmental exposures at both population and individual levels. We will compile and map a set of environmental indicators and discover urban environmental exposure archetypes. These will be linked to the record of each study participant’s individual behaviour and health outcome.

Who are we looking for?

A postdoctoral research fellow to conduct the following work activities:

· Coordinate the work package activities and report on these activities and their results.

· Daily supervise other researchers and their activities in the work package.

· Take the lead in writing articles for publication in reputable journals.

· Collect open-source data and fuse this data towards a comprehensive and integrated city model of Singapore.

· Transform this data for use in a knowledge graph.

· Apply data-driven clustering techniques to define urban exposure archetypes.

· Apply urban analytics and deep learning to understand and demonstrate relevant data correlations.

What skills will you need?

· A doctoral degree in architecture, urban planning, building physics, and or a strongly related field from a reputable university.

· Expertise in urban science, building physics, city modelling and GIS.

· Well conversant in coding in Python and/ or R and data science

· Expertise in development of AI driven physics based deep learning models, with an emphasis on graph-oriented data and network science.

· Experience with writing and publishing articles in reputable scientific journals.

When is position available and for how long?

The position is available immediately initially as a fixed-term 1.5-year contract. The position will be offered subject to a probationary period of three-months.

What can we offer you?

· A stimulating working-environment with friendly, highly motivated colleagues.

· Opportunities to develop and implement new ideas in a creative environment.

· A competitive salary in line with your skills and experience.

· A comprehensive medical insurance cover as part of your employment.

· Opportunity to work as part of a world-leading scientific research programme.

Please note this post is mainly based in the CREATE Tower at NUS University Town, Singapore.

How to apply?

Please apply by uploading your CV and academic transcript to https://jobs.swagapp.com/jobs/cambridge-cares-research-fellow-ai-researcher. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to the HR team at [email protected].

Who are we?

We are the University of Cambridge presence in Singapore called Cambridge CARES, sponsored by the NRF CREATE program CAM.CREATE. CARES also hosts industry-funded and other agencies funded projects. Our team is comprised of world-class scientists and engineers working in a vibrant, fast-paced environment with great opportunities for knowledge and skills development.

CARES is leading a new project “Sustainable Manufacture of Molecules and Materials (SM3)”, funded by NRF CREATE programme within the Decarbonisation Grand Challenge. SM3 project is a collaboration with NTU, NUS, CARES & the University of Cambridge and EPFL. The broad aim of the project is to develop novel approaches and technologies for fully de-fossilised routes to complex functional molecules and molecular materials. The project will explore novel chemical transformations for conversion of net-zero feedstocks to building blocks typically used in pharma, agrochem and other end applications. The project will also explore novel synthetic methods for conversion of the building blocks into end-use functional molecules. Novel synthesis technologies (photoelectrochemistry, sonochemistry, mechanochemistry, etc), as well as advanced research methods (AI, chemoinformatics, high-throughput synthesis) and process metrics (LCA and technoeconomic analysis) are included in this large project.

Who are we looking for?

We are looking to fill a vacancy of a Research Fellow or a Senior Research Fellow with experience in techno-economics and object-oriented programming. The candidate would have experience in assessing engineering reports and scientific papers on novel synthesis technologies, extracting key process performance parameters. The successful candidate would also have experience in designing and performing simple experimental work in the broad area of process and reaction engineering.

What skills do you have?

Working with chemical process simulators (e.g. Aspen Plus). Coding in Python or C++. Hands-on experimental experience in building and operating chemical reactors on laboratory scale.

When is position available and for how long?

The position is available from January 2025 for 1 year in the first instance and up to 4 years in total.

What can we offer you?

· A stimulating working-environment with friendly, highly motivated colleagues.

· Opportunities to develop and implement new ideas in a creative environment.

· A competitive salary in line with your skills and experience.

· A one-year contract in the first instance, extendable following satisfactory performance.

· A comprehensive medical insurance cover as part of your employment.

Please apply by uploading your CV and academic transcript to https://jobs.swagapp.com/jobs/cambridge-cares-research-fellow-chemical-engineer-techno-economicobject-oriented-for-sm3-em. Please note that this post is mainly based in the CREATE Tower at NUS University Town, Singapore. Informal enquiries could be sent to the academic lead of the project: Dr Ewa Marek ([email protected]).

Who are we?

We are the University of Cambridge presence in Singapore called Cambridge CARES, sponsored by the NRF CREATE program CAM.CREATE. CARES also hosts industry-funded and other agencies funded projects. Our team is comprised of world-class scientists and engineers working in a vibrant, fast-paced environment with great opportunities forknowledge and skills development.

CARES is leading a new project “Sustainable Manufacture of Molecules and Materials (SM3)”, funded by NRF CREATE programme within the Decarbonisation Grand Challenge. SM3project is a collaboration with NTU, NUS, CARES & the University of Cambridge and EPFL. The broad aim of the project is to develop novel approaches and technologies for fully de-fossilised routes to complex functional molecules and molecular materials. The project will explore novel chemical transformations for conversion of net-zero feedstocks to building blocks typically used in pharma, agrochem and other end applications. The project will also explore novel synthetic methods for conversion of the building blocks into end-use functional molecules. Novel synthesis technologies (photoelectrochemistry, sonochemistry, mechanochemistry, etc), as well as advanced research methods (AI, chemoinformatics, high-throughput synthesis) and process metrics (LCA and technoeconomic analysis) are included in this large project.

Who are we looking for?

We are looking to fill a vacancy of a Research Fellow or a Senior Research Fellow. The successful candidate would have a PhD in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering with a strong interest in Machine Learning (AI) for Chemistry and Chemoinformatics. The ideal candidate would have experience in working with chemical databases, developing machine learning workflows based on chemical data for synthesisor properties prediction. The successful candidate would have good understanding of machine learning methods and have experience of coding in Python.

What skills do you have?

Working with chemical data. Coding in Python. Working with different types of data. Working with chemistry related ML tools.

When is position available and for how long?

The position is available from January 2025 for 1 year in the first instance and up to 4 years in total.

What can we offer you?

· A stimulating working-environment with friendly, highly motivated colleagues.

· Opportunities to develop and implement new ideas in a creative environment.

· A competitive salary in line with your skills and experience.

· A one-year contract in the first instance, extendable following satisfactory performance.

· A comprehensive medical insurance cover as part of your employment.

Please apply by uploading your CV and academic transcript to https://jobs.swagapp.com/jobs/cambridge-cares-research-fellow-chemical-engineer-ai-chemoinformatics-for-sm3-al. Please note that this post is mainly based in the CREATE Tower at NUS University Town, Singapore. Informal enquiries could be sent to the academic lead of the project: Prof. Alexei Lapkin ([email protected]).

Who are we?

We are the University of Cambridge research centre in Singapore called Cambridge CARES, sponsored by the NRF CREATE program CAM.CREATE. Health-driven design for cities (HD4) is a collaborative research programme between the University of Cambridge, NTU and NUS within Cambridge CARES.

HD4 sits at the heart of Singapore’s global research and development hub and paves the way for a sustainable and healthy city. It will undertake research in the following key areas: characterising the features of the environment that potentially impact health in Singapore; understanding the links between environmental factors, individual behaviour and health outcomes; observing the impact of environmental change on health in Singapore; simulating the impact of potential changes on the health of Singaporeans; and working with government agencies to co-develop data-rich public health tools.

The scientific techniques, technologies, tools and most importantly the knowledge gained through the programme will create a comprehensive systems view of how the urban environment affects population health in Singapore. The programme will train and enrich the talent pool of next generation of researchers, and benefit from local and international expertise and an innovative interdisciplinary research ecosystem. It will provide the basis for a data-rich public health framework, supporting the development of a healthy Singapore.

Work Package 1, led by Assoc. Prof. Rudi STOUFFS (NUS) and Ronita Bardhan (Cambridge), targets the identification and assembly of existing geocoded environmental datasets and linkage to individual behaviour and health outcomes. We will use existing data to analyse the built and natural environments in Singapore and construct profiles of urban environmental exposures at both population and individual levels. We will compile and map a set of environmental indicators and discover urban environmental exposure archetypes. These will be linked to the record of each study participant’s individual behaviour and health outcome.

Who are we looking for?

A research associate to conduct the following work activities:

· Compute urban heat island (UHI) intensity to include the interaction of urban morphogenetics such as urban form, sky-view factor, and local temperature anomalies.

· Compute human biometeorology indices such as physiological equivalent temperature (PET) and universal thermal climate index (UTCI).

· Compute humid-heat stress by integrating spatially averaged ambient meteorological data.

· Assess the spatial distribution of heat health risks, identify the climate adaptation capacity of vulnerable groups and neighbourhoods.

· Evaluate the social impacts of climate change (e.g., temperature, heat stress) on human health and mobility behaviour.

· Compute a novel humid-heat index by using multi-modal data, combining geostatistical, AI, and urban physical modelling, apportioned to the chosen unit of analysis.

· Contribute to writing articles for publication in reputable journals.

What skills will you need?

· A Master’s degree in urban planning or geography or a strongly related field from a reputable university.

· Experience in conducting research.

· Expertise in urban heat assessment, health risk and equality analysis, and strong geospatial analysis skills.

· Good command of GIS and geospatial modelling software (e.g., Python, R).

· Experience in multi-source data and multi-scale (regional, urban, neighbourhood) analysis, modeling, and planning.

· Preferably, experience in machine learning / AI and interdisciplinary research.

· Experience with writing and publishing articles in reputable scientific journals.

When is position available and for how long?

The position is available immediately initially as a fixed-term 1.5-year contract. The position will be offered subject to a probationary period of three-months.

What can we offer you?

· A stimulating working-environment with friendly, highly motivated colleagues.

· Opportunities to develop and implement new ideas in a creative environment.

· A competitive salary in line with your skills and experience.

· A comprehensive medical insurance cover as part of your employment.

· Opportunity to work as part of a world-leading scientific research programme.

Please note this post is mainly based in the CREATE Tower at NUS University Town, Singapore.

How to apply?

Please apply by uploading your CV and academic transcript to https://jobs.swagapp.com/jobs/cambridge-cares-research-associate-ai-researcher-for-hd4-rr. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to the HR team at [email protected].

Who are we?

We are the University of Cambridge’s presence in Singapore, Cambridge CARES. Our activities are sponsored by the National Research Foundation’s CREATE programme. Our first research programme, Cambridge Centre for Carbon Reduction in Chemical Technology (C4T), is a collaboration between University of Cambridge, Nanyang Technological University and National University of Singapore.

Our team is comprised of world-class scientists and engineers working in a vibrant, fast-paced environment with great opportunities for knowledge and skills development.

Who are we looking for?

We are looking to fill research positions in maritime decarbonisation modelling:

1) In the first, Computational Fluid Dynamics simulations of ammonia and methanol engines will be performed, leading to a better understanding of the pollutant-generation processes. In addition to excelling in handling turbulent combustion theory Extensive, experience in combustion CFD is necessary.

2) In the second, systems modelling of alternative fuels and application to real-world data from ship operations will be performed, to compare possible decarbonisation scenarios in view of realistic ship operations. A thorough understanding of lifecycle analysis, energy system modelling, and Techno-economic analysis is needed. The ability to program in languages such as Python programming would be a plus.

What skills will you need?

All positions require a PhD or equivalent research experience in a combustion topic relevant to the above areas, strong motivation to work in a multi-national collaborative team, and extensive experience with report writing, journal publications, and presentations to academic and industrial settings. Connections with industry are part of the project so the researchers will have the opportunity to collaborate with industrial R&D.

What can we offer you?

· A stimulating working environment with friendly, highly motivated colleagues

· A competitive salary in line with your skills and experience

· Comprehensive medical insurance coverage as part of your employment

Please note this post is mainly based in the CREATE Tower at NUS University Town, Singapore.

How to apply?

Please apply by uploading your CV and academic transcript to https://jobs.swagapp.com/jobs/cambridge-cares-research-fellow-mechanicalchemical-engineer-for-c4t-cn14. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to the HR team at [email protected].

Who are we?

We are the University of Cambridge presence in Singapore called Cambridge CARES, sponsored by the NRF CREATE program CAM.CREATE. CARES also hosts industry-funded and other agencies funded projects. Our team is comprised of world-class scientists and engineers working in a vibrant, fast-paced environment with great opportunities forknowledge and skills development.

CARES is leading a new project “Sustainable Manufacture of Molecules and Materials (SM3)”, funded by NRF CREATE programme within the Decarbonisation Grand Challenge. SM3project is a collaboration with NTU, NUS, CARES & the University of Cambridge and EPFL. The broad aim of the project is to develop novel approaches and technologies for fully de-fossilised routes to complex functional molecules and molecular materials. The project will explore novel chemical transformations for conversion of net-zero feedstocks to building blocks typically used in pharma, agrochem and other end applications. The project will also explore novel synthetic methods for conversion of the building blocks into end-use functional molecules. Novel synthesis technologies (photoelectrochemistry, sonochemistry, mechanochemistry, etc), as well as advanced research methods (AI, chemoinformatics, high-throughput synthesis) and process metrics (LCA and technoeconomic analysis) are included in this large project.

Who are we looking for?

The Gaunt group are looking for passionate and creative scientist to join our team as postdoctoral researchers in synthetic chemistry based in Cambridge Centre for Advanced Research and Education in Singapore, and closely integrated with the Gaunt group @ the University of Cambridge. The successful candidate will join the dynamic and collaborative research group of Professor Matthew Gaunt, working at the forefront of cutting-edge synthetic methodologies and their applications (https://www.thegauntgroup.com/).

The synthetic chemist at CARES will be supervised by Prof. Gaunt and will join a “Synthesis Team” of the larger SM3 project, which will involve close collaboration with Profs. Ming Joo KOH (NUS) and Shunsuke CHIBA (NTU). The “Synthesis Team” will be supported by the “AI team”, co-led by Profs. Philippe Schwaller (EPFL), Alexei Lapkin and Markus Kraft (Cambridge/CARES).

Position Overview: As a postdoctoral researcher, you will be involved in designing and developing catalytic activation modes that lead to new synthetic transformations. Synthetic chemists are uniquely placed to leverage catalytic systems to design reactions that control structure and function at a molecular level in all types of bioactive complex molecules. We are looking for experts in synthetic chemistry who are interested in taking on new challenges and exploiting their experience to explore new areas of catalyst-controlled reactivity that lead to an expansion of accessible chemical space.

What skills do you have?

We are looking for passionate and creative scientists to work as part of a collaborative team. Excellent organisational and interpersonal skills are required to ensure success in liaising with a large and diverse research team. Essential requirements include: Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry, Strong background in synthetic organic chemistry, and Demonstrated track record of high-quality research.

When is the position available and for how long?

The position is available from January 2025 for 1 year in the first instance and up to 4 years in total.

What can we offer you?

· A stimulating working-environment with friendly, highly motivated colleagues.

· Opportunities to develop and implement new ideas in a creative environment.

· A competitive salary in line with your skills and experience.

· A one-year contract in the first instance, extendable following satisfactory performance.

· A comprehensive medical insurance cover as part of your employment.

Please apply by uploading your CV and academic transcript to https://jobs.swagapp.com/jobs/cambridge-cares-research-fellow-chemist-synthetic-chemistry-for-sm3-mg. Please note that this post is mainly based in the CREATE Tower at NUS University Town, Singapore. Informal enquiries could be sent to the academic lead of the project: Prof. Matthew Gaunt ([email protected]).

Who are we?

We are the University of Cambridge’s presence in Singapore, Cambridge CARES. Our activities are sponsored by the National Research Foundation’s CREATE programme. Our first research programme, the Cambridge Centre for Carbon Reduction in Chemical Technology (C4T), is a collaboration between the University of Cambridge, Nanyang Technological University and the National University of Singapore.

Our team is comprised of world-class scientists and engineers working in a vibrant, fast-paced environment with great opportunities for knowledge and skills development.

The project:

In the context of the multi-partner project HYCOMBS (https://www.cares.cam.ac.uk/research/hycombs/), which is part of Singapore’s CREATE investment in Decarbonisation (https://www.nrf.gov.sg/files/Media_Release_CREATE_Decarbonisation_Challenge_with_ANNEX_A__B_final.pdf), a large number of positions have become available to research hydrogen and ammonia combustion.

The project is a collaborative effort between CARES, CNRS, NTU, NUS, NTNU (National Technical University of Norway) and Tohoku University (Japan). All the positions are held in Singapore and will normally last 2 years in the first instance, with the possibility to extend if funding is available. The successful candidate will be working under the academic supervision of one of the project’s partners depending on the particular skills and interests of the researcher. Short stays in Japan, France and Norway for working in the partner laboratories are envisaged for some of these positions. In the first instance, your application will be reviewed by CARES and re-directed to the appropriate institution and Primary Investigator.

CARES: www.cares.cam.ac.uk

Tohuku University: https://www.ifs.tohoku.ac.jp/eng/

CNRS: https://www.cnrsatcreate.cnrs.fr/

NTNU: https://www.ntnu.edu/ept

NUS: https://cde.nus.edu.sg/me/

NTU: https://www.ntu.edu.sg/mae

Who are we looking for?

We are seeking highly motivated combustion researchers to work in the following areas:

1) Kinetics: (i) Experiments with flow reactors and laminar flames. The successful applicant will be skilled in analytical combustion chemistry systems such as gas chromatography and laser detection; (ii) Development of detailed and reduced chemical mechanisms. Experience in combustion chemistry modelling is needed.

2) Laminar and turbulent flame fundamentals: (i) Experiments with laminar pulsed and turbulent swirl flames. Skills in flame rig design, laser diagnostics and optical methods for flames are needed. (ii) Modelling with combustion Computational Fluid Dynamics (DNS, LES), with experience in the fundamentals of turbulent combustion, CFD and massively-parallel computations.

3) High-pressure combustion: Experiments and simulations for reciprocating engines and gas turbines. For the experimental positions, the successful candidate must be skilled in optical diagnostics, engine combustion, swirl combustion, fluids handling and data analysis. For the modelling positions, experience in CFD of engines or gas turbine combustors is a prerequisite.

4) Detonations and ignition risk analysis with CFD. The position involves high-order CFD methods for capturing detonations and turbulent flow analysis for ignition. The successful candidate must be experienced with CFD.

What skills will you need?

All positions require a PhD or equivalent research experience in a combustion topic relevant to the above areas, strong motivation to work in a multi-national collaborative team, and extensive experience with report writing, journal publications, and presentations to academic and industrial settings. Connections with industry are part of the project so the researchers will have the opportunity to collaborate with industrial R&D. The experimental positions need strict adherence to Health & Safety protocols and experience in developing experimental facilities at a professional level.

What can we offer you?

· A stimulating working environment with friendly, highly motivated colleagues

· A competitive salary in line with your skills and experience

· Comprehensive medical insurance coverage as part of your employment

Please note this post is mainly based in the CREATE Tower at NUS University Town, Singapore.

How to apply?

Please apply by uploading your CV and academic transcript to https://jobs.swagapp.com/jobs/cambridge-cares-research-fellow-mechanicalchemical-engineer-for-hycombs. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to the HR team at [email protected].

Who are we?

We are the University of Cambridge presence in Singapore called Cambridge CARES, sponsored by the NRF CREATE program CAM.CREATE. CARES also hosts industry-funded and other agencies funded projects. Our team is comprised of world-class scientists and engineers working in a vibrant, fast-paced environment with great opportunities forknowledge and skills development.

CARES is leading a new project “Sustainable Manufacture of Molecules and Materials (SM3)”, funded by NRF CREATE programme within the Decarbonisation Grand Challenge. SM3project is a collaboration with NTU, NUS, CARES & the University of Cambridge and EPFL. The broad aim of the project is to develop novel approaches and technologies for fully de-fossilised routes to complex functional molecules and molecular materials. The project will explore novel chemical transformations for conversion of net-zero feedstocks to building blocks typically used in pharma, agrochem and other end applications. The project will also explore novel synthetic methods for conversion of the building blocks into end-use functional molecules. Novel synthesis technologies (photoelectrochemistry, sonochemistry, mechanochemistry, etc), as well as advanced research methods (AI, chemoinformatics, high-throughput synthesis) and process metrics (LCA and technoeconomic analysis) are included in this large project.

Who are we looking for?

We are looking to fill a vacancy of a Research Fellow with a PhD in a relevant field of Computer Science / Chemical Engineering / Chemistry, who combines strong ML/AI expertise with chemical knowledge.

What skills do you have?

The ideal candidate should be skilled in Python programming, experienced with LLMs and chemical reaction databases, and capable of handling reaction data analysis. They should be able to work across disciplines and have a track record of published research.

When is position available and for how long?

The position is available from January 2025 for 1 year in the first instance and up to 4 years in total.

What can we offer you?

· A stimulating working-environment with friendly, highly motivated colleagues.

· Close interaction with the home group of lead academic at EPFL

· Opportunities to develop and implement new ideas in a creative environment.

· A competitive salary in line with your skills and experience.

· A one-year contract in the first instance, extendable following satisfactory performance.

· A comprehensive medical insurance cover as part of your employment.

Please apply by uploading your CV and academic transcript to https://jobs.swagapp.com/jobs/cambridge-cares-research-fellow-data-scientist-chemical-engineering-for-sm3-ps. Please note that this post is mainly based in the CREATE Tower at NUS University Town, Singapore. Informal enquiries could be sent to the academic lead of the project: Professor Philippe Schwaller ([email protected]).

Interested applicants are invited to apply directly at the NUS Career Portal

Your application will be processed only if you apply via NUS Career Portal

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Job Description

The successful candidate will work with Dr Liujun Zou on physics under a project on Exploring novel quantum many-body states.

The main responsibilities of the position include:

Doing theoretical research, giving seminars, attending conferences, writing papers, etc.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Qualifications / Discipline: Outstanding achievement and promising potential in physics.

• Skills: All necessary skills in theoretical physics.

• Experience: Outstanding achievement in theoretical physics.

We are looking for a talented and ambitious candidate to join our team in developing next-generation quantum sensors. The position will focus on modeling the dynamics and fabricating cryogenic components for the superconducting levitation of ferromagnetic particles.

This levitated, freely precessing particle forms a system of correlated spins, capable of rapidly averaging out quantum uncertainty. By harnessing this system, we aim to develop quantum sensors with sensitivities that exceed the standard quantum limit.

This position is based in the Quantum Innovation Centre (Q.Inc) and Institute of Materials Research and Engineering (IMRE). The successful candidate will contribute to a range of innovative activities, including:

Key Responsibilities:

• Modeling the dynamics of the levitated particle
• Microfabrication of the particle, silicon pocket, and superconducting materials
• Learning to operate a dilution refrigerator

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's or master’s in physics, Applied Physics, Precise Instrumentation, or related fields
• Past experience in the job activities listed above is preferred, but a strong willingness to learn is sufficient. Trainings will be provided.
• Strong motivation for multidisciplinary research
• Prior experience in superconductivity and/or quantum sensing is highly preferred
• Basic programming skills (e.g., Python, MATLAB)
• Mechanical design
• Ability to work as a team and communicate effectively

The above eligibility criteria are not exhaustive. A*STAR may include additional selection criteria based on its prevailing recruitment policies. These policies may be amended from time to time without notice. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

• Oversee and set the strategic direction for R&D and Sales, ensuring alignment with company goals to drive growth and innovation.
• Develop and implement sales strategies to increase revenue and expand market share.
• Ensure R&D efforts focus on creating products that meet customer needs and market demands.
• Lead and foster a collaborative culture between R&D and sales teams to ensure seamless product development and market delivery.
• Collaborate closely with marketing, production, and operations to ensure timely and efficient product launches.
• Monitor sales performance, set objectives, and analyze results to continuously optimize the sales process.
• Manage key performance indicators (KPIs) for both R&D and Sales teams, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Establish strong relationships with customers and external stakeholders to gather feedback and identify new market opportunities.
• Manage R&D and sales budgets, ensuring cost-effective operations while maintaining quality and performance standards.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science or a related field.
• A minimum of 10-15 years of experience in R&D and sales within a manufacturing environment.
• Fluency in Japanese to communicate effectively with Japanese clients and headquarters.
• Proven ability to lead high-performing teams with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong understanding of market trends, customer behavior, and the competitive landscape.
• Expertise in formulating and executing sales and R&D strategies aligned with business goals.
• Solid financial acumen, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost management.
• Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and strategic thinking skills.

Research Engineer

As part of National Semiconductor Translation and Innovation Center (NSTIC), the candidate will be involved in the photonic device fabrication based on Silicon-based material platforms (Silicon-on-Insulator, Silicon Nitride, Germanium (Ge), and SiGe), Lithium Niobate, and III-V semiconductor materials. The candidate will work closely with multidisciplinary team with diverse expertise.

Responsibilities

• Develop, design, and optimize integration flow for Silicon Nitride-based and Lithium Niobate-based photonic devices, including lithography, etching, deep-trench, and dicing.
• Design of experiments (DOE) for different process integration flows.
• Liaise between design, fabrication, and testing teams to ensure smooth process integration and device fabrication.
• Metrology, data analysis, and documentation
• Present and discuss experimental data to the team

Qualifications

• Degree in Electronics Engineering, Microelectronics, Physics, or equivalent.
• Experiences in semiconductor industry, preferably in silicon photonic processes.
• Good critical thinking and problem-solving ability.
• Able to work with cross-functional team, with good communication/presentation skill.
• Able to work in a fast-paced and collaborative environment

Research Engineer

As part of National Semiconductor Translation and Innovation Center (NSTIC), the candidate will be involved in the development of heterogeneous integration process for realizing multi-functional photonic devices. The candidate will work closely with multidisciplinary team with diverse expertise.

Responsibilities

• Develop, design, and optimize die-to-wafer bonding process employing III-V semiconductor material, Lithium Niobate on Insulator (LNOI), and Si-based material platforms.
• Design of experiments (DOE) for various Die-to-Wafer (D2W) bonding methodologies.
• Liaise between design, fabrication, and testing teams to ensure smooth process integration and device fabrication.
• Metrology, data analysis, and documentation
• Present and discuss experimental data to the team

Qualifications

• Degree in Electronics Engineering, Microelectronics, Physics, or equivalent.
• Experience in semiconductor industry is preferred. Those with strong familiarity with wafer-to-wafer and die-to-wafer bonding process may be considered for a senior position.
• Good critical thinking and problem-solving ability.
• Able to work with cross-functional team, with good communication/presentation skill.
• Able to work in a fast-paced and collaborative environment

Research Engineer

As part of National Semiconductor Translation and Innovation Center (NSTIC), the candidate will be involved in the development of heterogeneous integration process for realizing multi-functional photonic devices. The candidate will work closely with multidisciplinary team with diverse expertise.

Responsibilities

• Develop, design, and optimize die-to-wafer bonding process employing III-V semiconductor material, Lithium Niobate on Insulator (LNOI), and Si-based material platforms.
• Design of experiments (DOE) for various Die-to-Wafer (D2W) bonding methodologies.
• Liaise between design, fabrication, and testing teams to ensure smooth process integration and device fabrication.
• Metrology, data analysis, and documentation
• Present and discuss experimental data to the team

Qualifications

• Degree in Electronics Engineering, Microelectronics, Physics, or equivalent.
• Experience in semiconductor industry is preferred. Those with strong familiarity with wafer-to-wafer and die-to-wafer bonding process may be considered for a senior position.
• Good critical thinking and problem-solving ability.
• Able to work with cross-functional team, with good communication/presentation skill.
• Able to work in a fast-paced and collaborative environment

Research Engineer

As part of National Semiconductor Translation and Innovation Center (NSTIC), the candidate will be involved in the photonic device fabrication based on Silicon-based material platforms (Silicon-on-Insulator, Silicon Nitride, Germanium (Ge), and SiGe), Lithium Niobate, and III-V semiconductor materials. The candidate will work closely with multidisciplinary team with diverse expertise.

Responsibilities

• Develop, design, and optimize integration flow for Silicon Nitride-based and Lithium Niobate-based photonic devices, including lithography, etching, deep-trench, and dicing.
• Design of experiments (DOE) for different process integration flows.
• Liaise between design, fabrication, and testing teams to ensure smooth process integration and device fabrication.
• Metrology, data analysis, and documentation
• Present and discuss experimental data to the team

Qualifications

• Degree in Electronics Engineering, Microelectronics, Physics, or equivalent.
• Experiences in semiconductor industry, preferably in silicon photonic processes.
• Good critical thinking and problem-solving ability.
• Able to work with cross-functional team, with good communication/presentation skill.
• Able to work in a fast-paced and collaborative environment

1. Job Summary:

We are looking for a dynamic and innovative assistant R&D Chef to assist & lead recipe development, ensure quality control, and oversee product approval processes. Reporting to the Production Manager, the assistant R&D Chef will collaborate closely with production, sales, and cross-functional teams to create high-quality, market-ready products. The ideal candidate will take full accountability for QA/QC compliance, product sign-off, and customer satisfaction.

2. Key Responsibilities:

a. Recipe Development and Product Innovation:

• Create and test innovative recipes tailored to market trends and customer demands.

• Ensure recipes are scalable for production efficiency while maintaining exceptional quality.

b. Quality Assurance and Control (QA/QC):

• Establish and implement robust QA/QC protocols.

• Conduct product trials to ensure consistency, compliance, and safety standards.

• Resolve quality issues during development and production.

c. Product Approval and Accountability:

• Oversee product approval, ensuring all items meet company standards for taste, presentation, and compliance.

• Sign off on finalized recipes and processes, assuming full accountability for product quality.

d. Collaboration with the Sales Team:

• Partner with the sales team to understand customer feedback and market needs.

• Assist in presenting products to clients, including demonstrations and tastings.

• Support customization for specific customer requests.

e. Production Alignment and Management:

• Collaborate with the Production Manager to align recipes with operational capabilities.

• Train production staff on new recipes and processes.

f. Market and Trend Analysis:

• Research food trends, customer preferences, and competitor products to inform recipe development.

• Innovate and propose new product concepts for market differentiation.

g. Documentation and Reporting:

• Maintain thorough records of recipes, ingredient specifications, and QA/QC protocols.

• Provide updates to the Production Manager and sales team on project progress and approvals.

3. Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2 years of culinary experience, focusing on R&D, QA/QC, or product development.

• Expertise in scaling recipes for production.

• Knowledge of food safety regulations and quality standards.

• Strong collaboration skills with production and sales teams.

• Excellent problem-solving and organizational skills.

4. Education:

• Degree/Diploma in Culinary Arts, Food Science, or a related field.

• Certifications in quality management or culinary innovation are a plus.

5. Key Competencies:

• Accountability in managing product quality, approvals, and customer satisfaction.

• Creative and innovative thinking with a strong focus on operational alignment.

• Ability to manage multiple projects within tight deadlines.

6. Benefits:

• Competitive salary and performance incentives.

• Opportunities for career growth and skill development.

• Collaborative and innovative work environment.

7. Work Schedule:

• 5-day work week on an alternative-day schedule.

• 10-hour shifts, including a 1-hour break.

Job Description:

This job involves producing biomaterials through engineered cyanobacterial cell factories by direct carbon capture. To meet the objective of this activity, fundamental study on the improvement of photosynthetic efficiency and carbon utilization, the production performance and efficiencies of assembled cyanobacterial cell factories, bioreactor design for high production of the products will be conducted.

The Research Fellow will have the opportunity to conduct independent research, collaborate actively with multiple research groups and to develop technologies.

Job Requirements:

i) At least a Ph.D degree in chemistry, biological sciences, chemical engineering, materials science and engineering or related areas

ii) Independent, resourceful and able to work in a team

iii) Strong communication skills (both written and verbal), good English writing skills for writing reports and publications

We are seeking highly motivated goal-oriented persons to join our team.

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

Interested applicants are invited to apply directly at the NUS Career Portal

Your application will be processed only if you apply via NUS Career Portal

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Job Description

Are you a biomedical researcher motivated to pursue an outstanding career in cancer research with a focus on structural biology?

Cancer will affect more than 1 in 3 Singaporeans. At the Cancer Science Institute (CSI), our mission is to be at the global forefront of research to overcome this scourge. Our innovative international faculty, cutting-edge facilities, supportive working environment and competitive package together enable each of our staff to realize their maximum potential.

We now seek a Research Scientist/ Senior Research Scientist to join the team of Prof. Ashok Venkitaraman. This is an exciting opportunity to work closely with a world-leading cancer researcher to undertake pioneering research on the role of genome instability in human carcinogenesis (eg., see Venkitaraman Science (2014) PMID:24675954 and Venkitaraman DNA Repair (2019) PMID:31337537).

Please refer to https://csi.nus.edu.sg/researcher/ashok-venkitaraman/ for more information on Professor Ashok Venkitaraman’s research

For this position, we would require a post-doctoral fellow to engage in designing and running of multiple CRISPR genome screens, to interrogate and identify genes that are responsible for a host of different genome instability phenomenon uncovered in our lab in human carcinogenesis

We are looking for highly motivated individuals with the ability to work in a team environment. Genuine enthusiasm for science, willingness to think beyond established concepts and to try and learn new experimental and analysis tools.

Duties And Responsibilities

Laboratory skills:

• Required experience with CRISPR gene editing and screens
• Required experience with mammalian cell culture
• Required experience with molecular cloning and biochemical analyses (qPCR, Western, co-IP, etc.)
• Good to have experience in high-throughput sequencing and data analysis (RNAseq etc.)

Qualifications

• PhD in biology or related fields
• Strong track record of research achievement evidenced by high-quality publications in a relevant field
• High-level experience in hands-on use of a wide range of relevant research methods
• Skills in working independently and creatively to solve experimental problems
• Effective communication and presentation skills, with experience in communicating scientific work including scientific papers, presentations and reports.

Interested applicants are invited to apply directly at the NUS Career Portal

Your application will be processed only if you apply via NUS Career Portal

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Job Description

NUS Centre for Additive Manufacturing (AM.NUS) is inviting applications for the position of research associate for polymeric biomaterials.

As a research associate in AM.NUS, you will be working on projects on the following areas:

• Synthesize new polymeric biomaterials for advanced bioinks.
• Undertake internal capability development projects and collaborative projects with researchers and industrial partners.
• Produce scientific research papers and grant proposals, and present in seminars, workshops, and conferences.
• Explore collaborations with researchers and industrial partners.
• Assist laboratory safety and procurement whenever necessary.

The NUS Centre for Additive Manufacturing (AM.NUS) leverages the National University of Singapore (NUS)’s world-class faculties, expertise and advanced capabilities in 3D printing technology, to bring innovative products to the field of healthcare that will improve patient outcomes and change lives for the better. AM.NUS will explore a whole new dimension in medicine, applying ground-breaking 3D printing technology for personalized patient treatments.
AM.NUS is the only multi-disciplinary Additive Manufacturing (AM) center in an Institute of Higher Learning in Singapore which comprises the following Faculties (Medicine, Science, Dentistry and Design & Engineering). The Centre is supported both internally by NUS and externally by National Additive Manufacturing Cluster (NAMIC).

Qualifications

• Master in Materials Science and Engineering/ Biomedical Engineering/Chemical Engineering/ Pharmacy or related field.
• Experience in polymer synthesis and characterization.
• Experience in cell culture techniques.
• Familiarity with 3D printing is an advantage.
• Proficiency in written and spoken English.