Project Officer (Physics/Mechanical Engineering/Computer Science)

ntu; Singapore; On-site; SGD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

NTU’s School of Physical and Mathematical Sciences seeks a Project Officer to support AI for Science programmes. You’ll plan and coordinate research activities, manage budgets, and disseminate findings through seminars, posters and social media.

The role emphasizes stakeholder liaison with PIs, researchers and funding agencies, plus event coordination and reporting. A STEM bachelor’s is required with 2–4 years’ related experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in STEM (Physics, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science or related)
• 2–4 years of project coordination, administration and research support
• Good communication skills
• Proficient in MS Office, Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
• Strong organisational, multi-tasking and interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

• Manage project schedules, milestones, documentation and task follow-up.
• Assist with budget tracking, reimbursement, procurement and funding compliance.
• Coordinate seminars, workshops, conferences and academic visits.
• Design academic posters, slides, infographics and publicity materials.
• Manage social media, website updates and research news communication.
• Liaise with PIs, researchers, students, funding agencies, vendors and university offices.
• Support grant reporting, meeting minutes and records management.

Skills

Communication skills

Project coordination

Multitasking

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Master's degree advantageous

Tools

MS Office

Adobe Illustrator

Photoshop

Job description

The School of Physical and Mathematical Sciences is a research unit dedicated to advancing AI for Science through interdisciplinary collaboration, data-driven discovery, and translation of research into publications, tools, and societal impact.

We are looking for a Project Officer to support the planning, coordination, administration, and dissemination of an AI for Science academic research programme. The role focuses on project management, budget and funding administration, event coordination, academic poster/visual design, social media, and stakeholder liaison.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage project schedules, milestones, documentation, and task follow-up.
• Assist with budget tracking, reimbursement, procurement, and funding compliance.
• Coordinate seminars, workshops, conferences, and academic visits.
• Design academic posters, slides, infographics, and publicity materials.
• Manage social media, website updates, and research news communication.
• Liaise with PIs, researchers, students, funding agencies, vendors, and university offices.
• Support grant reporting, meeting minutes, and records management.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in STEM; preferably in Physics, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field. Master's degree is advantageous but not required.
• 2-4 years of relevant experience in project coordination, administration, and research support.
• Good communication skills
• Proficient in MS Office, Adobe Illustrator, and Photoshop.
• Strong organisational, multi-tasking, and interpersonal skills.

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

Hiring Institution: NTU