Research Associate (Geothermal energy)

Nanyang Technological University; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in sustainable engineering is seeking a skilled professional to join their dynamic team. This role involves conducting thermodynamic analyses of energy geostructures and developing innovative tools to enhance the thermal performance of geoenergy systems. The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree in a relevant field, strong programming skills in languages like Python or MATLAB, and a passion for green building design. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research and make a significant impact in the field of sustainable engineering.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required with 2+ years in green building design.
• Excellent programming skills in Python or MATLAB essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thermodynamic analysis of energy geostructures.
• Develop tools to optimize thermal performance of geoenergy systems.

Skills

Programming skills

Energy auditing

Data analysis

Proposal writing

Education

Master’s degree in Building Environment and Energy Engineering

Tools

Python

MATLAB

Job description

The School of Civil and Environmental Engineering (CEE) at Nanyang Technological University is a leading school for Sustainable Built Environment. It has over 60 faculty members and more than 1,500 students and is rapidly expanding its range of education and research activities. The School of Civil and Environmental Engineering (CEE) aims at exploring and utilizing the underground space in a sustainable manner.

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the thermodynamic analysis of energy geostructures considering multiple energy source coupling.
• Developing practical tools to optimize the thermal performance of geoenergy systems.
• Writing and publication of results in peer-reviewed journals.
• Assist in securing external funding through grant applications and proposals.

Job Requirements:

• Master’s degree in Building Environment and Energy Engineering or related field.
• At least 2 years of relevant experience in green building design / technical hands-on experience in energy auditing.
• Excellent programming skills, such as Python, MATLAB, or other competent languages.
• A good record of publications in reputable peer-reviewed journals or conferences.
• Proficiency in written and spoken English - essential for data analysis and communication with stakeholders.
• Previous experience in proposal writing is a plus.

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

Hiring Institution: NTU