Research Assistant (Research by Design)

National University of Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The National University of Singapore seeks a Research Assistant to join the College of Design and Engineering. This role involves researching innovative building technologies that align with the Asian climate, including passive heating and cooling methods, and exploring alternative building materials.

Qualifications include a Master’s degree and proficiency in 3D modelling software. The position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to sustainability in architecture and design.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a related field is required.
• Proficiency in 3D modelling and drafting software is essential.

Responsibilities

• Research and illustrate passive heating / cooling technologies.
• Research materials and methods with lower carbon expenditures.
• Collect data and visualize passive technologies.

Skills

Proficiency in 3D modelling and drafting software

Research and data collection

Education

Master’s degree

Job description

Job Title: Research Assistant (Research by Design)

University-Level Unit: College of Design and Engineering

Faculty/Department-Level Unit: Architecture

Employee Category: Research Staff

Location: Kent Ridge Campus

Posting Start Date: 02/07/2026

Job Description

• Research and illustrate passive heating / cooling technologies that are indigenous to the Asian climate and context.
• Research materials and methods of building with lower or negative carbon expenditures.
• Research agricultural by-products as building materials and architectural elements.
• Research thermal comfort in the region of the equatorial zone.
• Research and data collection. Visualization and illustration of passive technologies through developing taxonomy of geometries and materials.
• Field Works and documentation.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree
• Proficiency in 3D modelling and drafting software