Research Engineer (Data-driven understanding of weather extremes)

National University of Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The National University of Singapore (NUS) invites applications for Research Engineer positions focused on climate change, weather forecasts, and risk assessment of climate extremes using advanced AI techniques. The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering seeks candidates capable of developing AI-based weather models and analyzing climate risks across sectors.

Applicants should hold a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related fields; a master’s degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related fields. Master’s degree preferred.
• Experience in developing complex code in Python, R, or Shell.
• Strong written and spoken communication skills.
• Open to fixed-term contracts.

Responsibilities

• Develop an AI-based weather forecast model.
• Perform risk assessment on climate extremes and multi-sector dynamics.

Job description

Company description

The National University of Singapore is the national research university of Singapore. Founded in 1905 as the Straits Settlements and the Federated Malay States Government Medical School, NUS is the oldest higher education institution in Singapore

Job Description

Applications are requested for Research Engineer positions on climate change, weather forecasts, and risk assessment of climate extremes using the latest AI techniques in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering (CEE) at the National University of Singapore (NUS).

• Develop an AI-based weather forecast model.
• Perform risk assessment on climate extremes and multi-sector dynamics.

Job Requirements

• Possess at least a bachelor's degree in civil engineering, hydrology, water resources engineering, optimization, seasonal forecasting, machine learning, or from similar programs.
• Master's degree is preferred.
• Extensive experience in developing complex computer codes, e.g. in Python, R, or Shell.
• Ability to construct and write papers for leading research journals and conferences.
• Good written and spoken communication
• Open to fixed-term contract