Research Assistant (Simulation & BioMEMS)

Nanyang Technological University; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Nanyang Technological University (NTU) in Singapore invites applications for a Research Assistant to support advanced sensors research in biomechanics, robotics and materials. The role involves literature reviews, computational modelling, and experimental work with tissue simulants and 3D-printed components.

The candidate will collaborate with faculty, researchers and students, manage data, and assist in publications and project deliverables while ensuring safety and equipment upkeep.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degrees in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Robotics, or related discipline.
• Knowledge of multi-physics modelling for non-Newtonian materials.
• Experience with 3D printing technologies, sensors, system integration, experimental testing, or measurement systems will be advantageous.
• Proficiency in Python, MATLAB, C++, LabVIEW, or equivalent tools.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and project coordination skills.

Responsibilities

• Support literature reviews on injury biomechanics, physiological effects, computational modelling.
• Develop, implement and validate computational simulation models for impact and injury prediction.
• Design and conduct experimental studies using instrumented manikins and test platforms.
• Assist in design, fabrication, and characterization of tissue simulants and non-Newtonian materials.
• Develop and optimize experimental setups, protocols and data acquisition systems.
• Analyze experimental and simulation data, prepare technical reports and documentation.
• Support integration of advanced materials and sensing into robotics and interdisciplinary research.
• Inline sensor system development for 3D printing of non-Newtonian materials.
• Coordinate discussions with collaborators and track milestones and deliverables.
• Maintain laboratory safety procedures and liaise with external vendors.

Skills

Multi-physics modelling

3D printing

Sensors integration

Experimental testing

Data analysis

Python

MATLAB

C++

LabVIEW

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Mechatronics

Bachelor's degree in Robotics

Tools

LabVIEW

Python

MATLAB

C++

Job description

We are seeking a highly motivated Research Assistant to join our advanced sensors research team at NTU MAE. The successful candidate will support multidisciplinary research activities in biomechanics, robotics, and advanced materials within the laboratory.

Responsibilities:

• Support the team towards comprehensive literature reviews on injury biomechanics, physiological effects, computational modelling and related research topics.
• Develop, implement and validate computational simulation models for impact and injury prediction using appropriate numerical methods and software tools.
• Design and conduct experimental studies using instrumented human manikins and other test platforms to evaluate biomechanical responses and validate simulation results.
• Assist in the design, fabrication, and characterization of tissue simulants and non-Newtonian materials, including support for 3D printing and additive manufacturing processes.
• Develop and optimize experimental setups, testing protocols and data acquisition systems for biomechanical and robotics-related research.
• Analyse experimental and simulation data, prepare technical reports, and document research findings.
• Support the integration of advanced materials and sensing technologies into robotics and other interdisciplinary research initiatives.
• Inline sensor system developmental work for 3D printing of non-newtonian materials.
• Optimization of hardware configurations to maintain a food-grade environment, including development of testing protocols and validation procedures.
• Collaborate with faculty members, researchers, students and external partners to achieve project objectives and milestones.
• Assist in the preparation of research publications, presentations, grant reports, and project deliverables.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and ensure compliance with laboratory safety procedures and research best practices.
• Liaise with external vendors on custom sensors and related mechanical system development.
• Manage technical specifications and acceptance testing.
• Coordinate technical discussions with collaborators and project stakeholders.
• Track project milestones, risks, and technical deliverables.

Requirements:

• Bachelor degrees in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Robotics, or related discipline.
• Knowledge of multi-physics modelling for non-newtonian materials.
• Experience with 3D printing technologies, sensors, system integration, experimental testing, or measurement systems will be advantageous.
• Familiarity with signal processing and analysis, control systems, Python, MATLAB, C++, LabVIEW, or equivalent tools is preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and project coordination skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and within multidisciplinary teams.

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

Hiring Institution: NTU A research-intensive public university, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) has 33,000 undergraduate and postgraduate students in the Engineering, Business, Science, Humanities, Arts, & Social Sciences, and Graduate colleges. It also has a medical school, the Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine, established jointly with Imperial College London. NTU is also home to world-class autonomous institutes – the National Institute of Education, S Rajaratnam School of International Studies, Earth Observatory of Singapore, and Singapore Centre for Environmental Life Sciences Engineering – and various leading research centres such as the Nanyang Environment & Water Research Institute (NEWRI) and Energy Research Institute @ NTU (ERI@N). Ranked amongst the world’s top universities by QS, NTU has also been named the world’s top young university for the past seven years. The University’s main campus is frequently listed among the Top 15 most beautiful university campuses in the world and has 57 Green Mark-certified (equivalent to LEED-certified) buildings, of which 95% are certified Green Mark Platinum. Apart from its main campus, NTU also has a campus in Novena, Singapore’s healthcare district. Under the NTU Smart Campus vision, the University harnesses the power of digital technology and tech-enabled solutions to support better learning and living experiences, the discovery of new knowledge, and the sustainability of resources.

For more information, visit www.ntu.edu.sg

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