Research Associate – Microplastics Health Modelling

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

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,