Research Associate - 3D Printing & Biomedical Engineering

Nanyang Technological University; Singapore; On-site; SGD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

NTU Singapore's Singapore Centre for 3D Printing (SC3DP) seeks a motivated Research Associate to advance additive manufacturing, computational design, and biomaterials research. You will design, fabricate, and validate 3D printed structures and biomedical devices, collaborating with engineers, clinicians, and industry partners.

The role emphasizes experimental validation, data analysis, and dissemination of findings through journals and presentations, contributing to translational biomedical

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a related discipline with strong research background.
• Experience in additive manufacturing and computational design.
• Experience in biomaterials, tissue engineering, or biomedical applications.
• Strong publication record and excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent and collaborative research in additive manufacturing and biomaterials.
• Design and optimize 3D printed structures using CAD, modelling, and AI-assisted methods.
• Develop and characterize bioactive materials for tissue engineering.
• Plan and perform additive manufacturing experiments with testing and biological evaluation.
• Analyze data and prepare technical reports, journals, and presentations.
• Collaborate with researchers, clinicians, and industry partners.
• Maintain lab equipment and ensure safety compliance.

Skills

Additive manufacturing

Computational design

Biomaterials

Tissue engineering

Biomedical applications

Materials characterization

Mechanical testing

Microscopy

Image analysis

CAD

Numerical modelling

Optimization

AI-assisted design

Independent work

Publication track record

Communication skills

Education

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering / Biomedical Engineering / Materials Science

Tools

CAD software

Numerical modelling tools

Optimization software

AI-based design tools

Job description

NTU Singapore's Singapore Centre for 3D Printing (SC3DP) seeks a motivated Research Associate to advance additive manufacturing, computational design, and biomaterials research. You will design, fabricate, and validate 3D printed structures and biomedical devices, collaborating with engineers, clinicians, and industry partners.

The role emphasizes experimental validation, data analysis, and dissemination of findings through journals and presentations, contributing to translational biomedical