Total 2,021 Science / R&D / Research job vacancies in Tai Po, New Territories

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Job Description

The Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) Department at the National University of Singapore (NUS) is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Research Engineer to join our team and contribute to our ongoing research projects related to thermal management of flexible electronics. You will play a key role in designing and fabricating flexible electronic devices, with a specific focus on solving challenges related to overheating and heat dissipation.

Responsibilities:

• Design and fabricate integrated thermal management system for flexible electronics devices, including RF devices.
• Conduct thermal simulations to identify potential thermal issues and optimize the heat dissipation capabilities of the devices.
• Develop and implement innovative thermal management materials, structures, and approaches to address overheating challenges in flexible electronics.
• Explore and evaluate new materials for efficient heat transfer, storage, and dissipation in flexible electronic devices.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to integrate thermal management solutions into the overall device design and fabrication process.
• Perform experimental characterization of thermal properties and performance of flexible electronic devices using appropriate measurement techniques and equipment, including IR thermal imaging and thermal reflectance system.

We offer a competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience, along with a stimulating research environment and access to state-of-the-art facilities. This is a full-time position with an initial contract duration of 12 months, with potential for renewal based on performance and funding availability.

To apply, please submit your application materials, including a cover letter and curriculum vitae.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Qualifications

Candidate should meet at least 4 criteria from the following list:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, or a related field with a focus on flexible electronics and thermal management.
• Strong background in thermal management of electronic devices.
• Proficiency in thermal simulation software for analyzing and optimizing thermal performance.
• Knowledge of thermal management techniques and strategies for flexible electronics, including heat dissipation mechanisms and materials.
• Experience in developing and characterizing novel materials for heat transfer, storage, and dissipation in electronic devices.
• Familiarity with experimental techniques for thermal characterization, such as thermal imaging and thermal reflectance.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to think critically about thermal management challenges in flexible electronics.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present research findings effectively.
• Track record of research publications in reputable scientific journals.

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Responsibilities: mouse colony management, genotyping, mouse surgery, immunostaining, tissue sectioning and staining, and other technical support requested by lab members
• Provide technical support for research

JOB REQUIREMENT

• Bachelor in Biological Science and Life Science disciplines or equivalent
• Experience with animal work will be valued
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
• Highly motivated, passion for science, committed to laboratory work and able to work flexible hours
• Ability to multitask, work independently and also as part of a team
  Excellent communication (verbal and written) and presentation skills

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Job Description

We are looking for a highly motivated and competent research assistant to work on research focusing on peptide crystallization as a versatile platform technology for delivering biocompatible nanomaterials. The successful candidate will help with lab management and support ongoing research activities.

The main responsibilities of the position include:

a. Lab safety, ordering, and lab management (30%)

• To serve as a lab safety lead.
• To be responsible for lab ordering.
• To organise chemicals and consumables in the lab and update the inventory.
• To create and review standard operation protocols (SOPs) and risk assessments (RAs).
• To ensure cleanliness and tidiness of the lab.

b. Research tasks (70%)

• To perform peptide synthesis and characterization of synthesized peptides.
• To perform peptide crystallization and characterization of crystallized peptides.
• To test bioactivity of protein/peptide using bioassays.

Qualifications

Qualifications / Discipline:

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, microbiology, pharmacy, pharmaceutical science, chemistry, life sciences, materials science, bioengineering, chemical engineering, or related field.

Skills:

• Excellent time and project management skills.
• Excellent communication skills and great ability in written and spoken English.
• Be able to work independently and be a team player.

Experience:

• Experienced in bioassay preparation and handling.
• Experienced in crystallization and crystal characterization.
• Experienced in powder processing and characterization.
• Experienced in tablet preparation and characterization.
• Experienced in data analysis using softwares such as R, MatLab etc.
• Experienced in report writing and presentation preparation.

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Energy Studies Institute

The Energy Studies Institute (ESI) is a research institute at the National University of Singapore seeking to advance the understanding of energy policy issues by conducting independent research and analysis. We are looking for researchers to join a multi-disciplinary team carrying out research projects on a range of energy issues that are of concern to Singapore and the region.

Job Description

• Conduct advanced research on energy and environmental systems to support policy-making for Singapore's decarbonization pathways.
• Participate in engagements with stakeholders and external research groups; supervise research students involved in the study.
• Produce policy reports, documentation and publish articles in reputable academic journals.
• Cultivate networks, initiate collaborations, and prepare funding proposals to support ongoing research.
• Perform administrative duties, including organizing seminars, workshops, and conferences, along with other responsibilities as assigned by the Head of Division or Principal Investigator.

Requirements

• Possess a master’s degree in energy systems modelling, energy and climate economics, or related quantitative research fields.
• At least two years of relevant research experience in areas including: national-level energy systems model (e.g. MARKAL-TIMES, GCAM, CGE), sector-specific energy system model (e.g. power, transportation, industry), techno-economic evaluation for energy and decarbonization technologies, or energy and environmental analysis (e.g. decomposition analysis, input-output analysis, life cycle analysis).
• A good understanding and interest in energy and environmental issues, such as energy supply, demand, trade, efficiency, energy and environment relations, and climate change.
• Experience in energy system model integration is a plus.
• Relevant working and practical experience in industry or government agencies in energy and environment in Singapore would be highly valuable.
• Track record of publications in reputable energy, environmental and/or systems modelling-related journals would be an advantage.
• Able to work independently and collaborate with team members.

Application Process

To apply for this position, please combine the following documents in 1 PDF and attach it under the CV column when submitting your application:

• Curriculum vitae
• A cover letter, of no more than 800 words, explaining the applicant’s past research experience and aptitude in relation to the research project

Interested candidates, please submit your application with all the required documents. Only shortlisted applicants will be notified. Shortlisted applicants may be called for interview, either in person or by zoom, as appropriate. If you have not heard from us within 3 months, you should assume that your application has not been successful.

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

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Job Description

The successful candidate will work with Assoc Professor Alexandre THIERY on representation learning and high-dimensional time series under a project on particle methods for data-assimilation.

The main responsibilities of the position include:
• Methodology development
• Implementation of the methods
• Publication in journals and conferences
• Presentation of work in conferences

Qualifications

Qualifications / Discipline:

• PhD in Machine Learning, Statistics, Signal Processing, Applied Mathematics, or related fields

Skills:

• Proficiency in deep learning frameworks (e.g., PyTorch, TensorFlow)
• Strong background in statistical modeling and machine learning
• Proven ability to develop and implement complex algorithms
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Capable of conducting independent research and working collaboratively

Experience:

• Published research in top-tier journals and conferences (e.g., NeurIPS, ICML, AISTATS)
• Demonstrated experience in developing novel methodologies in representation learning
• Strong record of presenting at international conferences and workshops

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

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We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Energy Studies Institute

The Energy Studies Institute (ESI) is a research institute at the National University of Singapore seeking to advance the understanding of energy policy issues by conducting independent research and analysis. We are looking for researchers to join a multi-disciplinary team carrying out research projects on a range of energy issues that are of concern to Singapore and the region.

Job Description

• Conduct advanced research on energy and environmental systems to support policy-making for Singapore's decarbonization pathways.
• Participate in engagements with stakeholders and external research groups; supervise research students involved in the study.
• Produce policy reports, documentation and publish articles in reputable academic journals.
• Cultivate networks, initiate collaborations, and prepare funding proposals to support ongoing research.
• Perform administrative duties, including organizing seminars, workshops, and conferences, along with other responsibilities as assigned by the Head of Division or Principal Investigator.

Requirements

• Possess a PhD degree in energy systems modelling, energy and climate economics, or related quantitative research fields.
• At least two years of relevant research experience in areas including: national-level energy systems model (e.g. MARKAL-TIMES, GCAM, CGE), sector-specific energy system model (e.g. power, transportation, industry), techno-economic evaluation for energy and decarbonization technologies, or energy and environmental analysis (e.g. decomposition analysis, input-output analysis, life cycle analysis).
• A good understanding and interest in energy and environmental issues, such as energy supply, demand, trade, efficiency, energy and environment relations, and climate change.
• Experience in energy system model integration is a plus.
• Relevant working and practical experience in industry or government agencies in energy and environment in Singapore would be highly valuable.
• Track record of publications in reputable energy, environmental and/or systems modelling-related journals would be an advantage.
• Able to work independently and collaborate with team members.

Application Process

To apply for this position, please combine the following documents in 1 PDF and attach it under the CV column when submitting your application:

• Curriculum vitae
• A cover letter, of no more than 800 words, explaining the applicant’s past research experience and aptitude in relation to the research project

Interested candidates, please submit your application with all the required documents. Only shortlisted applicants will be notified. Shortlisted applicants may be called for interview, either in person or by zoom, as appropriate. If you have not heard from us within 3 months, you should assume that your application has not been successful.

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 Research Fellow will work closely with the Principal Investigator, Dr. WU Zhe, on several research projects of optimization of chemical and manufacturing processes through machine learning tools
• The Research Fellow will help to develop both theoretical and simulation study of machine-learning-based control and optimization algorithms to chemical processes.

Job Requirements

For Research Fellow Position:

• A PhD degree in a relevant area, e.g., Control Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Automation, Systems Engineering, Computer Science or Applied Mathematics;
• Good publication record;
• Experienced in advanced process control, machine learning, and programming languages (e.g., python, Matlab, C++, etc)

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

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Job Description

The National University of Singapore (NUS) invites applications for the role of Research Assistant/Research Associate with the Heat Resilience & Performance Centre (HRPC), Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine. The HRPC is a first-of-its-kind research centre, established at the NUS, to spearhead and conduct research and development to better enable the future challenges arising from rising ambient heat. Appointments will be made on a two-year contract basis, with the possibility of extension.

The Research Assistant/Associate who will play a key role in assisting in the development, execution and analysis of research aimed at addressing the challenges of training and operating in rising ambient temperatures. The successful candidate will be part of a multi-disciplinary group comprising exercise and thermal physiologists, data scientists, biomedical engineers and researchers. This role will provide you with a unique opportunity to not only develop your expertise in research planning and execution, but also to be a part of the team looking to generate fundamental and forward-looking solutions to working in the heat. There are also opportunities to pursue a part-time PhD with HRPC.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

The main areas of responsibilities of the role will include but not limited to the following:

• Working with research PIs and teams to develop new research ideas
• Performing literature searches, assimilating, and summarizing key information, as well as identifying knowledge gaps
• Designing and conducting relevant studies and surveys (qualitative and quantitative, including lab and outfield studies)
• Establishing and managing large databases
• Interpreting and analysis of data
• Generating reports and present data to relevant stakeholders
• Contributing to conference presentations and write papers for submission to peer reviewed journals
• Collaborating across teams, contributing to multiple research projects at once

Qualifications

A minimum qualification of a Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science, Physiology, or equivalent. Candidates with strong data science and analytics background and keen to delve into heat health research are strongly encouraged to apply as well). Experience in statistics, data analysis and visualisation software (e.g. SPSS, Power BI), and computer applications (e.g. Microsoft Office, data management and online meeting tools) would be required as well.

In addition, the role will require the following job relevant experience or attributes:

• Keen interest in heat health and human performance
• Proficient in qualitative research
• Proficient in data analysis tools in quantitative research
• Two or more years of research work experience would be an advantage
• Proven knowledge of data collection methods
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Good presentation skills and ability to write research reports for publication in reputable journals

Additional Skills

• Resourceful and self-driven
• Adaptable and able to multitask well with clear follow-through
• High levels of attention to detail and quality
• Willingness to travel off-site and outside routine hours for data collection and undertake further training in relevant data collection procedures
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Commitment to the ongoing development of a positive organizational culture
• Willingness to contribute to a learning environment

Application

The role is based in Singapore.

Remuneration will be commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications and experience.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

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Job Description

1. Conduct lab-based research and perform experiments.
2. Collaborate with colleagues both inside/outside the group.
3. Assist in daily lab management duties.
4. Present and report research results and publish scientific results in peer-reviewed journals in a timely manner.
5. Ensure compliance with environment, safety, health and quality program requirements from all levels (e.g. university, faculty of engineering and the department of MSE).
6. Translation and commercialization. Training will be provided

Job Requirements

A bachelor and a master degree in Chemical Engineering, Material Engineering or related field is required. The candidate should have 2-3 years of experiences in doing research.

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Job Description

The successful candidate will work with Prof Barbaros Oezyilmaz and Dr Toh Chee Tat on lab support, sample preparation and characterization under a project on Large area synthesis and applications of atomically thin amorphous materials.

The main responsibilities of the position include:

1. Direct growth of MAC on target substrates using a UV-based CVD approach.
2. Transfer of 2D material, layer-by-layer assembly of the all-carbon transistors and memristors
3. Electrical tests of the devices, exploration of the transfer curves of transistors with thin amorphous dielectrics
4. Characterization of MAC (e.g. optical, electrical, Raman spectroscopy, Atomic Force Microscope, Scanning Electron Microscope).
5. Device fabrication of test samples for potential applications.
6. Data analysis and physical interpretation of the results.
7. Manage lab safety, equipment maintenance and operations.
8. Meet key deliverables for industry collaboration.

Qualifications

• Qualifications / Discipline: Bachelor's or Master's degree in materials science, engineering, or a related field, with a focus on thin film deposition
• Skills: Strong verbal communication skills in English, ability to solve problems and generate new ideas

Experience:

1. First-hand experience with operation and maintenance of CVD reactors and vacuum systems
2. Experience with electronics and the use of clean room is desirable

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

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Job Description

STATEMENT OF PURPOSE

The Memory Aging & Cognition Centre (MACC) is a Research Center within the National University Health System funded by the Singapore National Medical Research Council that focuses on the study of dementia and cognitive impairment in the elderly. The MACC currently has 4 research themes on (i) neurochemistry, molecular pathology and biomarker discovery, (ii) neuroimaging, (iii) clinical assessment and (iv) epidemiology.

We are seeking a highly motivated Research Assistant to join our team at the MACC. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in the daily operations and maintenance of the laboratory, as well as the handling of samples obtained from human or animal studies. The successful candidate will also have opportunities to work on various laboratory testing/techniques and contribute to the team's research effort in neurochemistry and blood biomarkers of Alzheimer's disease and vascular cognitive impairment.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Handle samples obtained from human (blood, plasma, serum, post-mortem brain tissues) or animal studies, including the proper processing, documentation, tracking, storage and retrieval of samples.
2. Ensure compliance with laboratory safety protocols and regulatory requirements.
3. Manage and coordinate daily operations and maintenance of the laboratory, including administrative duties.
4. Support the PI and Research Fellows in experimental procedures related to neurochemistry and blood-based biomarkers research.
5. Assist the PI and Research Fellows in supervising and training students and junior researchers.

Qualifications

1. Bachelor's degree in Biomedical or Life Sciences.
2. Meticulous, attention to details, able to work independently, strong organization and documentation skills.
3. Previous work experience in the following area(s) is advantageous:

• Handling human and/or animal specimens as well as biobanking
• Neurochemistry laboratories, biomarker-related laboratories, pharmaceutical laboratories and/or research animal laboratorie

4. Knowledge of lab safety regulations/guidelines is desirable.

The candidate should possess the ability to work independently (with training) in a highly collaborative and international research environment, and be able to demonstrate initiative, technical independence and excellent communication skills. The successful candidate will be expected to be self-motivated in neurochemistry and biomarker research projects within the MACC under the supervision of the MACC Director, PIs and Research Fellows, as well as collaborators in NUHS and Duke-NUS.

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

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Job Description

The National University of Singapore invites applications for Research Associate (Data Scientist / Artificial Intelligence Specialist) in the Department of Biochemistry, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine. Specifically, utilising data science approaches involving machine learning and artificial intelligence, A/Prof Gruber’s team focuses on the development and validation of biological ageing clocks for clinical translation and application, as well as for drug discovery in model organisms. Appointments will be made on a two-year contract basis, in the first instance, with the possibility of extension.

Purpose of the post

The successful candidate should have a strong background in advanced machine learning, artificial intelligence, and bioinformatics techniques with practical applications to biological / -omics data. Specifically, he or she will be responsible for data analysis and for developing advanced computational models, algorithms, and tools to analyse and interpret complex biological datasets derived from multi-omics data. The ideal candidate will combine a strong understanding of advanced statistical, and state-of-the-art artificial intelligence and machine learning methods, as well as expertise in programming languages such as R and/or Python with training in biology, biochemistry or a related discipline.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

The Research Associate will work with other team members to develop and validate biological ageing clock algorithms, and will be accountable to the Principle Investigator (PI). The Research Associate will be able to:

1. Develop and apply computational models, algorithms, and tools to analyse and interpret large-scale biological datasets (e.g. clinical, genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics);
2. Collaborate with experimental biologists to design and analyse experiments, and interpret results;
3. Stay up-to-date on new computational methods and tools, and apply them to ongoing research projects;
4. Communicate research findings through publications, presentations, and reports;
5. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate computational biology approaches with other disciplines (e.g. clinical medicine).

Qualifications

The applicant should:

• Have a Master’s degree or equivalent in Computational Biology, Bioinformatics, Bioengineering and/or Biology;
• Strong programming skills in relevant languages such as R and/or Python;
• Experience with biological data analysis and interpretation;
• Knowledge of biological systems and processes;
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills;
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently.

Application

Remuneration will be commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications and experience. Informal enquiries are welcome and should be made to A/Prof Jan Gruber at bchjg@nus.edu.sg.

Formal application: Please submit your application, indicating current/expected salary, supported by a detailed CV (including personal particulars, academic and employment history, complete list of publications/oral presentations and full contacts of three (3) referees.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

As a University of Applied Learning, SIT works closely with industry in our research pursuits. Our research staff will have the opportunity to be equipped with applied research skill sets that are relevant to industry demands while working on research projects in SIT.

The primary responsibility of this role is to deliver on an industry-partnered Ignition research project where you will be part of a collaborative team exploring innovative ways of characterizing the physical and rheological properties of liquid personal care products and understanding the impact of these properties in product design and process development.

Key Responsibilities

• In this role, you will perform shear and extensional rheological characterization of a large variety of liquid personal care products including lotions, topical oils, and more. We will explore innovative and emerging methods of rheological characterization and analyzing rheological data to extract material parameters to build a database of materials. Working with our industrial partner we will establish an understanding of rheological properties that are useful for product formulation and process design related to lab and larger scale extrusion/dispensing applications.More specific responsibilities include:
  • Participate in and manage the research project with Principal Investigator (PI), and the research team members to ensure all project deliverables are met.
  • Undertake development of rheological protocols and characterization of liquid personal care products
  • Formulate model materials with various additives to understand their impact on product rheology
  • Design, execute, and interpret experiments independently and with support from the PI.
  • Prepare and deliver written articles, reports, and presentations for industrial partners and external audiences.
  • Attend and present at regular group meetings to receive feedback on work done and future plans
  • Carry out Risk Assessment, and ensure compliance with Work, Safety and Health Regulations.
  • Coordinate procurement and liaison with vendors/suppliers.
  • Work independently, as well as within a team.

Job Requirements

• Have relevant competence in the areas of rheological characterization and analysis, wet lab work, material formulation
• Have a degree in pharmaceutical engineering, chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, food or materials science/engineering, or a related field. Possessing a Master’s degree will be advantageous.
• Knowledge of any of the following will be advantageous: material dispensing/extrusion processing, material science, textural and sensory analysis

Key Competencies

• Able to build and maintain strong working relationships with people within and external to the university.
• Self-directed learner who believes in continuous learning and development.
• Proficient in communicating via technical writing and presentations.
• Possess strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Show strong initiative and take ownership of work.

As a University of Applied Learning, SIT works closely with industry in our research pursuits. Our research staff will have the opportunity to be equipped with applied research skill sets that are relevant to industry demands while working on research projects in SIT.

The primary responsibility of this role is to deliver on a Pharmaceutical Innovation Programme Singapore research project where you will be part of a collaborative team exploring innovative ways of understanding extrusion processing for pharmaceutical drug materials and products using rheological measurements.

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you will characterize mixtures of pharmaceutical excipients and drug materials to develop methodologies for screening hot-melt extrusion formulations and selecting optimal operating conditions using rheology, with the objective of producing amorphous-solid-dispersions. You will validate the developed processing space and operating conditions for extruded pharmaceutical formulations using a lab-scale extruder. In collaboration with researchers at the Singapore-MIT Alliance for Research and Technology (SMART), you will characterize the physical properties and performance of intermediate pharmaceutical drug products. The created methods will be transferred to the industrial partner to enhance their product development process using rheological characterization.

More specific responsibilities include:

• Participate in and manage the research project with Principal Investigator (PI), and the research team members to ensure all project deliverables are met.
• Undertake characterization of pharmaceutical active ingredients, polymeric excipients, and plasticizers for producing amorphous-solid-dispersions.
• Perform lab-scale hot-melt extrusion of pharmaceutical materials to validate predicted processing conditions and product outcomes.
• Collaborate with broader pharmaceutical research team at SMART.
• Design, execute, and interpret experiments independently.
• Author papers in high-quality journals in areas that are related to the research.
• Prepare and deliver reports and presentations for industrial partners
• Carry out Risk Assessment, and ensure compliance with Work, Safety and Health Regulations.
• Coordinate procurement and liaise with vendors/suppliers.
• Work independently, as well as within a team.

Job Requirements

• Have deep hands-on experience with at least one of the areas of polymer rheology, extrusion processing, pharmaceutical engineering with small molecules.
• Relevant competence in the areas of wet lab work, analytical instrumentation, material science and formulation
• Have an advanced degree in chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, materials science and engineering, or a related field.
• Knowledge of any of the following will be advantageous: rheology, physical characterisation, crystallisation, polymer melts, extrusion, material physics.

Key Competencies

• Able to build and maintain strong working relationships with people within and external to the university.
• Self-directed learner who believes in continuous learning and development.
• Proficient in communicating via technical writing and presentations.
• Possess strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Show strong initiative and take ownership of work.