Research Engineer (MEMS Fabrication & Piezoelectric; Sensors; Machine Learning & Neural Networks)

National University of Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The National University of Singapore is looking for a Research Engineer specializing in MEMS Fabrication, Piezoelectric Sensors, and Machine Learning. Responsibilities include designing and fabricating MEMS sensors and modelling neural networks to enhance human-machine interfaces. Candidates should possess strong microfabrication skills and have published relevant research. This position is ideal for those with postgraduate qualifications and a solid publication track record. Located at the Kent Ridge Campus, the role offers opportunities in a highly collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Learned Piezoelectric MEMS resonators at postgraduate level with an A- or better.
• Experienced in making and testing 2D Materials & MEMS devices.
• Published more than one first-authored paper in international journals.

Responsibilities

• Design, simulation, and fabrication of MEMS sensors.
• Modelling and testing neural networks for human-machine interfaces.
• Write research papers for top-notch journals.

Skills

Microfabrication techniques

Neural networks

Communication skills (English)

Education

Postgraduate coursework in MEMS

Tools

L-Edit

Lumerical

CST

COMSOL

ANSYS

Job description

Research Engineer (MEMS Fabrication & Piezoelectric; Sensors; Machine Learning & Neural Networks)

University-Level Unit: College of Design and Engineering

Faculty/Department-Level Unit: Electrical and Computer Engineering

Employee Category: Research Staff

Location_ONB: Kent Ridge Campus

Posting Start Date: 13/05/2026

Job Description

• Design, Simulation, and Fabrication of MEMS Sensors; filters and resonators.
• Design, modelling and testing of neural networks aiming for human-machine-interface.
• Write 1 or more research papers based on derived data of the above devices in the first year in the top-notch journals.

Qualifications

• Have learned Piezoelectric MEMS resonators; filters and sensors related courses for one semester at post-graduate level and earned score of A- or better.
• Strong background in hands‑on microfabrication techniques at clean room and with journal publications showing such evidences.
• With 1 year and more experience in making and testing 2D Materials & MEMS devices.
• Strong knowledge in L-Edit; Lumerical; CST; COMSOL; ANSYS.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Having more than 1 1st-authored international peer-reviewed journal papers, e.g., Nature Communications and Science Advances (for Research Engineer).