Research Associate (Microplastics and Health)

Nanyang Technological University; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

NTU Singapore is seeking a Research Associate to develop and apply advanced modelling frameworks to investigate the health impacts of microplastics. You will integrate environmental monitoring data with exposure models, simulate fate and transport across air, water, soil and food systems, and quantify human exposure under different scenarios.

The role involves reporting for stakeholders, publishing in peer‑reviewed journals, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams across climate science,

Qualifications

• Master's degree in atmospheric science/geography/meteorology/environmental health or related field.
• Proficiency in Python and R.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Publications in relevant areas within the past 5 years advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop and apply models of microplastic fate, transport, and human exposure across environmental media.
• Integrate environmental monitoring data with exposure and risk assessment frameworks.
• Analyze model outputs to provide evidence-based insights for environmental health and policy.

Skills

Python

R

Communication

Education

Master's degree

Job description

Centre for Climate Change and Environmental Health (CCEH) is a multidisciplinary research centre dedicated to understanding and mitigating the impacts of climate change on the environment and human health. The key objective is to investigate the driving mechanisms and develop effective solutions to safeguard ecosystem and human health in Southeast Asia. CCEH brings together leading experts in climate science, environmental engineering, and public health to tackle the region’s most pressing climate–health challenges through cutting‑edge research, advanced modelling, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Through its integrative approach, CCEH aims to translate scientific insights into actionable strategies that promote sustainability, resilience, and well‑being for current and future generations.

We are looking for a Research Associate to develop and apply advanced modelling and analytical frameworks to investigate the health impacts of microplastics. The role will focus on integrating environmental monitoring data with exposure assessment models, simulating microplastic fate and transport across air, water, soil, and food systems, and quantifying potential human exposure under different environmental and policy scenarios. The role also involves assessing associated health risks, preparing reports for stakeholders, and publishing findings in peer‑reviewed international journals.

Key Responsibilities:

• To develop and apply models of microplastic fate, transport, and human exposure across multiple environmental media.
• To integrate environmental monitoring and laboratory datasets with exposure and risk assessment frameworks.
• To analyze and interpret model outputs to provide evidence‑based insights for environmental health and policy.

Job Requirements:

• Master’s degree in atmospheric science/geography/meteorology/environmental health or related field
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Proficiency in Python/R
• Candidates with recent publications in relevant areas within the past 5 years are advantageous
• We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

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