Research Engineer / Assistant (Biodiversity) - JK1

Singapore Institute of Technology; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT) is seeking a Research Engineer/Assistant (Biodiversity) to join our Engineering Division on a fixed-term basis. The role focuses on delivering industry-relevant biodiversity and environmental sustainability projects, with fieldwork in coastal habitats and subsequent data analysis and reporting.

The candidate will contribute to field studies, lab processing, and risk assessments while collaborating with PI and the research team to ensure project milestones

Qualifications

• BEng (Hons) or BSc (Hons) in a relevant field; coastal ecology experience preferred.
• Experience in field studies and data analysis essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage project deliverables with PI and team.
• Conduct field studies in coastal habitats and sample organisms.
• Perform lab processing of specimens and data.
• Analyze data and prepare reports or papers.
• Ensure safety compliance and risk assessment.
• Coordinate procurement with vendors.
• Communicate with internal/external stakeholders.
• Operate and maintain equipment; take on ad-hoc duties.

Skills

Organizational skills

Leadership

Teamwork

MS Office

Adobe applications

Data analysis

Education

BEng (Hons) or BSc (Hons) for RE/RA or equivalent

Tools

Primer

PC-Ord

MS Office

Adobe

Job description

Job Description

Research Engineer / Assistant (Biodiversity) - JK1

Posting Start Date: 13/07/2026

Schemes of Service: Research

Division: Engineering

Employment Type: Fixed Term

Job Purpose

As a University of Applied Learning, SIT works closely with industry or government agencies in our research pursuits. Our research staff will have the opportunity to be equipped with applied research skill sets that are relevant to industry demands while working on research projects in SIT. The primary responsibility of this role is to deliver on an industry innovation research project where you will be part of the research team to develop/produce/investigate coastal biodiversity and environmental sustainability related projects in the Engineering Cluster, SIT.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in and manage the research project with Principal Investigator (PI) and the research team members to ensure all project deliverables are met.
• Undertake the following responsibilities in the project:
• Field studies in coastal marine habitats involving fish, macroinvertebrates and potentially plankton sampling.
• Laboratory based work involving sorting and processing of specimens and data collected during field work.
• Data analyses and technical report/scientific paper writing.
• Carry out Risk Assessment, and ensure compliance with Work, Safety and Health Regulations.
• Coordinate procurement and liaison with vendors/suppliers.
• Work independently, as well as within a team, to ensure proper operation and maintenance of equipment.
• To communicate with any internal or external parties to ensure project deliverables are met. Any other ad-hoc duties assigned by Supervisor.

Job Requirements

• BEng (Hons) or BSc (Hons) for RE/RA or equivalent, with prior experience in coastal ecology preferred.

Key Competencies

• Good organizational skills and excellent attention to detail is essential.
• Possess leadership qualities, highly-motivated, responsible, and a fast learner.
• Independent, but also able to work well with others in a highly collaborative, team-oriented environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe applications.
• Experience in data analysis (using R, Primer, PC-Ord) is desirable, but training will be provided if necessary.
• Show strong initiative and take ownership of work.

Major Challenges

• May require some level of physical fitness for extended periods of field work in tropical coastal environments.
• Some weekend flexibility may be required.