PostDoctoral Scholar (Research Fellow) - Dept of the Built Environment

National University of Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 56,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

National University of Singapore invites applications for a PostDoctoral Scholar (Research Fellow) in the Dept of the Built Environment within the College of Design and Engineering. The role involves advancing building performance, smart facades and cooling systems, and applying IEQ standards to design and evaluation in real buildings on campus.

The candidate should hold a PhD in Building Science or related field, be capable of independent work, and collaborate effectively with a

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Indoor Environmental Quality (IEQ) factors and relevant standards.
• Ability to extract standards (ASHRAE/WELL) information for design.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Skills

IEQ knowledge

Independent work

Team player

Communication skills

Education

PhD in Building Science related fields

Job description

Job Title: PostDoctoral Scholar (Research Fellow) - Dept of the Built Environment

University-Level Unit: College of Design and Engineering

Faculty/Department-Level Unit: The Built Environment

Employee Category: Research Staff

Location_ONB: Kent Ridge Campus

Posting Start Date: 28/07/2026

Job Description

At Building Robotics Laboratory, we develop state-of-the-art sensing, learning and control systems for energy efficient, human-centered, comfortable and healthy environments. Building Robotics lab focuses on the development of new tools, evaluation protocols and technologies; the processes of design, management and procurement are also developed and examined through actual implementation of systems in real buildings on NUS campus and beyond.

We are looking for a Building Performance Specialist to join our growing team. As a building performance specialist in Building Robotics lab, you will have the opportunity to work on different parts of developing advanced building facades and cooling systems and smart robots. The candidate should be able to extract relevant standards (ASHRAE/WELL) information to the product design and communicate them effectively with the engineering team. We are particularly seeking individuals who are familiar with or are interested to learn about smart building (systems automation and controls) and are able to undertake sophisticated system development works. If qualified for admission, the candidate may opt to pursue a higher degree on relevant subjects. The position offers excellent career opportunities for upcoming engineers in a very fast-growing sector of smart, efficient and human-centered buildings, an area of great importance to the society.

Job Requirements

• PhD in Building Science related fields, knowledge of Indoor Environmental Quality (IEQ) factors and relevant standards, familiarity with personalized environmental design and control.
• Able to multi-task and work independently
• Team player with good communication and interpersonal skills