Research Associate (Civil Engineering/ Ocean Engineering)

Nanyang Technological University; Singapore; On-site; SGD 48,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

NTU Singapore's School of Civil and Environmental Engineering invites applications for a Research Associate to advance projects on the hydrodynamic behavior of floating structures. You will perform wave flume tests, develop models, and contribute to publications in peer-reviewed journals.

The role involves preparing reports, assisting the PI with research proposals, and supervising graduate students. A strong publication record and experience in hydrodynamics are highly desirable.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Civil Engineering, Ocean Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline.
• Research experience in hydrodynamics and structural dynamics.
• Strong publication record in relevant research areas.
• Effective writing and communication skills.
• Experience supervising research students and preparing research proposals is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Conduct wave flume tests and develop numerical/analytical models of floating structures.
• Prepare project reports and publish scientific papers in peer-reviewed journals.
• Assist the PI in preparing research proposals and supervising research students.

Skills

Hydrodynamics research

Publications

Technical writing

Student supervision

Education

Master's degree in Civil/Ocean/Mechanical Engineering

Job description

A Research Associate position is available in the School of Civil and Environmental Engineering (CEE), Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Singapore. The successful candidate will work on research related to the hydrodynamic behavior of floating structures.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct wave flume tests and develop numerical/analytical models of floating structures.
• Prepare project reports and publish scientific papers in peer-reviewed journals.
• Assist the PI in preparing research proposals and supervising research students.

Job Requirements

• Master's degree in Civil Engineering, Ocean Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Research experience in hydrodynamics and structural dynamics.
• Strong publication record in relevant research areas.
• Effective writing and communication skills.
• Experience in supervising research students and preparing research proposals will be an advantage.

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 About NIE About RSIS About LKCMedicine About NTUItive