Research Assistant - Topological Optics & Structured Light

NANYANG TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Singapore is seeking a Research Assistant to join the School of Physical and Mathematical Sciences. In this role, you will support research on topological structured light and engage in numerical simulations and optical experiments. A Bachelor's degree in Physics or Optical Engineering is required, along with strong skills in MATLAB and Python for data analysis. The position offers a collaborative research environment focused on advancing optical physics.

Qualifications

• Strong theoretical foundation in electromagnetic theory.
• Experience in numerical simulation and data analysis.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute numerical simulations for structured light fields.
• Assist in setup and calibration of optical experiments.
• Implement data analysis routines for coherence measurements.

Skills

Numerical simulation using MATLAB

Data analysis using Python

Theoretical foundation in optical physics

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Physics, Optical Engineering, or related discipline

Tools

MATLAB

Python

Job description

A leading educational institution in Singapore is seeking a Research Assistant to join the School of Physical and Mathematical Sciences. In this role, you will support research on topological structured light and engage in numerical simulations and optical experiments. A Bachelor's degree in Physics or Optical Engineering is required, along with strong skills in MATLAB and Python for data analysis. The position offers a collaborative research environment focused on advancing optical physics.