Research Assistant
The Earth Observatory of Singapore (EOS) invites applications for the position of Research Assistant who will work with Assistant Professor Aron Meltzner’s research group.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist with surveying, sample collection, sample processing, carrying of equipment, and similar tasks
- Analyze and interpret tide-gauge data and sea-level proxy data from coral microatolls
- Arrange logistics and handle administrative requirements associated with field work, locally and overseas
- Assist with procurement of equipment and supplies, and similar administrative tasks
- Assist with obtaining research permits, and writing and submitting annual reports
- Participate in the preparation of presentations for conferences and of manuscripts for publication
Job Requirements:
- The candidate should possess a Bachelor’s degree in geological or environmental sciences or similar field.
- The candidate should have extensive field experience in geological or environmental sciences, including field surveying and working in coastal environments.
- The candidate should have working knowledge of coral microatolls and how they grow.
- The candidate should have experience in Adobe® Photoshop®, Adobe® Illustrator®, Microsoft® Excel®, QGIS, R, RStudio, and Agisoft Metashape.
- The candidate must be able to swim, as this will be essential when working in the field.
- Experience doing remote field work overseas will be advantageous.
- Willingness to work occasional early mornings, evenings, or weekends (with time off in lieu as appropriate) is essential, as the timing of field work is dictated by tides and seasons.
Application Procedure:
Interested applicants are invited to submit a full CV for consideration for the post.
We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
