Research Assistant (Blue Carbon)

National University of Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

National University of Singapore is seeking a Research Assistant to support a Blue Carbon research project. This role involves conducting mesocosm experiments and laboratory analysis while engaging in fieldwork.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Biological or Environmental Sciences and must be comfortable working in muddy environments. Strong communication skills and self-motivation are essential for this position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Biological Science, Environmental Science, or related field.
• Proficient with basic Microsoft Suite and basic statistical analyses.
• Prior experience with seawater aquarium facilities and marine fieldwork highly preferred.
• Willingness to work in muddy environments and around low tide timings.
• Self-motivated, driven, and keen interest in research.
• Effective oral and written communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute mesocosm experiments and laboratory analysis.
• Plan and conduct experimental and laboratory work.
• Collect and analyze data.
• Perform basic administrative duties.
• Engage in outreach duties.

Skills

Data analysis

Laboratory work

Fieldwork

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Biological Science or Environmental Science

Tools

Microsoft Suite

Job description

Job Title: Research Assistant (Blue Carbon)

University-Level Unit: Tropical Marine Science Institute

Faculty/Department-Level Unit: Marine Biology and Ecology Laboratory

Employee Category: Research Staff

Location_ONB: Kent Ridge Campus

Posting Start Date: 04/06/2026

Job Description

The Research Assistant will participate in a research project which examines key processes of carbon cycling in blue carbon ecosystems. Bulk of the research will focus on mesocosm experiments in ex situ aquaria.

Required

The Research Assistant will lead and execute mesocosm experiments, laboratory analysis and data curation. Fieldwork in seagrass and mangrove habitats will be required. Specific tasks include:

• Planning and conducting experimental and laboratory work
• Collection and analysis of data
• Performing basic administrative duties
• Some outreach duties are expected

This position reports to the Principle Investigator at Tropical Marine Science Institute and is based at St John Island National Marine Laboratory on offshore St John Island, Singapore. This position is for 1 year; after first year, renewal is subjected to performance review.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Biological Science, Environmental Science, or related field
• Proficient with basic Microsoft Suite and basic statistical analyses
• Prior experience for seawater aquarium facilities, and marine and intertidal field work is highly preferred
• Must be willing to do intertidal field work, which entails working in muddy environment and working around low tide timings
• Self-motivated, driven, and a keen interest in research
• Effective oral and written communication skills in English