Research Assistant (Natural Hazards)

Nanyang Technological University Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Earth Observatory of Singapore (EOS) at Nanyang Technological University Singapore is recruiting a Research Assistant to study natural hazards. The role involves collecting and analysing data, supporting simulations, and preparing technical reports for publication in scientific journals.

The candidate should hold a BSc in a relevant field and show enthusiasm for hazards research, with coding and GIS experience and strong communication skills. Singapore-based, full-time position.

Qualifications

• BSc in geography, computer science, physics or earth/environmental science.
• Experience with coding and GIS preferred.
• Interest in natural hazards and their impacts.
• Quantitative mindset.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Collect and analyse data from natural hazards.
• Support the team in simulating natural hazards and evaluating results.
• Write technical reports aiming to publish results in scientific journals.

Skills

Coding

GIS

Quantitative mindset

Communication skills

Natural hazards interest

Education

BSc in Geography/Geology/Environmental Science

Job description

The Earth Observatory of Singapore (EOS) is a University Research Institute at Nanyang Technological University Singapore that conducts fundamental research on earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, tsunamis, and climate change in and around Southeast Asia, towards safer and more sustainable societies. For more details, please view http://www.earthobservatory.sg.

EOS are looking for a Research Assistant in the areas of natural hazards.

The candidate will work under the supervision of Susanna Jenkins and will collaborate with researchers from the ‘Integrating Volcano and Earthquake Science and Technology (InVEST)in Southeast Asia’ project, a 5-year project that aims to provide a holistic understanding of regional tectonics, volcanoes, the linkages between the two, and their cascading hazards and impacts in Singapore and Southeast Asia.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collect and analyse data from natural hazards

• Support the team in simulating natural hazards and critically evaluating results

• Write technical reports, with the aim of publishing results in scientific journals

Requirements:

• BSc in relevant area, e.g. geography, computer science, physics, earth/environmental science

• Experience with coding and GIS preferred

• An interest in natural hazards and their impacts.

• A quantitative mindset

• Good written and oral communication skills

We seek a diverse and inclusive workforce and are committed to equality of opportunity. We welcome applications from all and recruit on the basis of merit, regardless of age, race, gender, religion, marital status and family responsibilities, or disability.

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

Hiring Institution: NTU