Research Engineer (Materials Characterization)

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

Job summary

National University of Singapore in Singapore seeks a Research Engineer (Materials Characterization) to operate and maintain the Invizo 6000 APT system, manage the facility, and support users across multidisciplinary projects at Kent Ridge Campus.

The role involves specimen preparation, data analysis, SOP development, and collaboration with researchers while maintaining safety, records, and inventory.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's/Master's/PhD in Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Physics or related field.
• Analytical, problem-solving, communication and laboratory management skills.
• Ability to work independently while supporting multidisciplinary research.
• Experience in atom probe tomography, FIB, electron microscopy or other materials characterization is advantageous.
• Good attitude, self-motivated, team player.

Responsibilities

• Operate the Invizo 6000 APT system for safe, reliable instrument performance.
• Manage day-to-day facility operations including user scheduling and access.
• Perform routine maintenance, calibration, troubleshooting, and coordinate vendor maintenance.
• Prepare and characterize specimens for APT analysis, including FIB prep.
• Provide technical support and training on APT operation and data acquisition.
• Process, reconstruct, and analyze APT datasets and assist users in data interpretation.
• Develop SOPs and best practices for APT experiments.
• Maintain laboratory safety, records, consumables, and inventory.
• Support collaborative research projects involving APT and other characterizations.
• Assist in preparing technical reports, publications, and grant proposals.
• Promote facility utilization through user engagement, workshops, and outreach.
• Perform other research and facility duties as assigned.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Laboratory management

Education

Bachelor's, Master's or PhD in Materials Science

Mechanical Engineering

Physics

Tools

Invizo 6000 APT system

FIB

Electron microscopy

Data analysis software

Job description

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Research Engineer (Materials Characterization)

University-Level Unit: College of Design and Engineering

Faculty/Department-Level Unit: Mechanical Engineering

Employee Category: Research Staff

Location: Kent Ridge Campus

Posted On: 23/07/2026

Job Description

• Operate the Invizo 6000 APT system to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient instrument performance.
• Manage day-to-day facility operations, including user scheduling, booking, and laboratory access.
• Perform routine maintenance, instrument calibration, troubleshooting, and coordinate preventive maintenance and repairs with the vendor.
• Prepare and characterize specimens for APT analysis, including FIB specimen preparation where applicable.
• Provide technical support and training to students, researchers, and external users on APT operation, specimen preparation, and data acquisition.
• Process, reconstruct, and analyze APT datasets using appropriate software, and assist users in data interpretation.
• Develop and optimize experimental protocols, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and best practices for APT experiments.
• Maintain laboratory safety, documentation, equipment records, consumables, and inventory.
• Support collaborative research projects involving APT and complementary characterization techniques.
• Assist in preparing technical reports, research publications, grant proposals, and facility performance reports.
• Promote facility utilization through user engagement, workshops, and outreach activities.
• Perform other research and facility-related duties assigned by the Principal Investigator.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or a related discipline
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and laboratory management skills
• Ability to work independently while supporting multidisciplinary research projects
• Experience in atom probe tomography, focused ion beam (FIB), electron microscopy, or other advanced materials characterization techniques will be advantageous
• Good attitude, self-motivated, good team player

Req ID: 33838

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