Research Associate (Computer Science/Computer Engineering/Electrical/Electronic Engineering/Physics)

Nanyang Technological University; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

NTU Singapore's College of Computing and Data Science seeks researchers to advance wireless sensing technologies. The role involves investigating platforms, building sensing systems, and applying findings to smart agriculture, environmental intelligence, and food sensing.

Strong analytical and communication skills, and a record of publishing, are essential. The position emphasizes independent research within a multidisciplinary team, with opportunities to report project progress and collaborate

Qualifications

• Master's degree in relevant field.
• Knowledge of RF or wireless sensing, electromagnetic principles, or passive metasurfaces.
• Ability to develop and evaluate sensing methods through modelling, experimentation, and data analysis.
• Ability to conduct independent research and contribute to multidisciplinary collaborations.
• Strong analytical and communication skills, including the ability to write scientific publications.
• Demonstrated capability to conduct innovative research.
• Oversee and report project progress.
• Ability and willingness to work some flexible hours.

Responsibilities

• Investigating the feasibility of extending wireless sensing to new platforms and emerging sensing modalities, including quantum wireless sensing platforms;
• Developing and evaluating wireless sensing systems in real-world settings, including agricultural field testbeds, water-quality monitoring systems, and other field settings;
• Exploring applications of wireless sensing in smart agriculture, environmental intelligence, and food sensing; and
• Publishing research findings in peer-reviewed journals and conferences to share results with the broader research community.

Skills

RF/wireless sensing

Electromagnetic principles

Data analysis

Scientific writing

Independent research

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Project reporting

Education

Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Physics, or a related field

Job description

Young and research-intensive, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) is ranked among the world's top universities. NTU's College of Computing and Data Science (CCDS) is a leading college that is known for its excellent curriculum, outstanding and impactful research, and world-renowned faculty.

A hot bed of cutting-edge technology and groundbreaking research, the College aims to groom the next generation of leaders, thinkers, and innovators to thrive in the digital age. Located in the heart of Asia, NTU's College of Computing and Data Science is an exciting place to learn and grow. We welcome you to join our community of faculty, students and alumni who are shaping the future of AI, Data Science and Computing.

Key Responsibilities

• Investigating the feasibility of extending wireless sensing to new platforms and emerging sensing modalities, including quantum wireless sensing platforms;
• Developing and evaluating wireless sensing systems in real-world settings, including agricultural field testbeds, water-quality monitoring systems, and other field settings;
• Exploring applications of wireless sensing in smart agriculture, environmental intelligence, and food sensing; and
• Publishing research findings in peer-reviewed journals and conferences to share results with the broader research community.

Job Requirements

• A Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Physics, or a related field.
• Knowledge of RF or wireless sensing, electromagnetic principles, or passive metasurfaces.
• Ability to develop and evaluate sensing methods through modelling, experimentation, and data analysis.
• Ability to conduct independent research and contribute to multidisciplinary collaborations.
• Strong analytical and communication skills, including the ability to write scientific publications.
• Demonstrated capability to conduct innovative research.
• Oversee and report project progress.
• Ability and willingness to work some flexible hours.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Hiring Institution: NTU