Research Fellow (Advanced Materials Processing and Manufacturing)

National University of Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

National University of Singapore in Singapore invites applications for a Research Fellow (Advanced Materials Processing and Manufacturing) in the Mechanical Engineering group at Kent Ridge Campus. You will conduct research on processing and manufacturing of functional components, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate materials into prototypes.

The role involves developing processing routes (additive manufacturing, freeze casting), characterising materials, publishing in

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on advanced materials processing and manufacturing for functional components and structures.
• Develop and optimize process routes involving additive manufacturing, freeze casting, and subsequent material conversion and post-processing.
• Design and process precursor materials suitable for forming complex geometries and converting them into functional engineering materials.
• Investigate processing–structure–property relationships across shaping, material conversion, and post-processing stages.
• Perform materials characterization and thermal and mechanical testing to evaluate the structure, properties, and performance of the fabricated components.
• Work closely with multidisciplinary collaborators to integrate the developed materials and components into functional prototypes and engineering applications.
• Prepare research reports and manuscripts for publication in leading international journals and present research findings at conferences.
• Support the supervision of graduate and undergraduate students and contribute to laboratory operations, including equipment upkeep and safety compliance.

Job description

Research Fellow (Advanced Materials Processing and Manufacturing)

Job Title: Research Fellow (Advanced Materials Processing and Manufacturing)

University-Level Unit: College of Design and Engineering

Faculty/Department-Level Unit: Mechanical Engineering

Employee Category: Research Staff

Location_ONB: Kent Ridge Campus

Posting Start Date: 10/09/2026

Job Description

• Conduct research on advanced materials processing and manufacturing for functional components and structures.
• Develop and optimize process routes involving additive manufacturing, freeze casting, and subsequent material conversion and post-processing.
• Design and process precursor materials suitable for forming complex geometries and converting them into functional engineering materials.
• Investigate processing–structure–property relationships across shaping, material conversion, and post-processing stages.
• Perform materials characterization and thermal and mechanical testing to evaluate the structure, properties, and performance of the fabricated components.
• Work closely with multidisciplinary collaborators to integrate the developed materials and components into functional prototypes and engineering applications.
• Prepare research reports and manuscripts for publication in leading international journals and present research findings at conferences.
• Support the supervision of graduate and undergraduate students and contribute to laboratory operations, including equipment upkeep and safety compliance.

Qualifications

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