Research Fellow (Biogeotechnical Engineering)

Nanyang Technological University; Singapore; Vor Ort; SGD 65.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Nanyang Technological University (NTU) invites applications for a Research Fellow in the School of Civil and Environmental Engineering. The project focuses on climate-change mitigation and cost-effective coastal protection using sustainable construction materials.

The appointee will conduct lab and field tests, analyze data, and contribute to publications and proposals. The successful candidate will work under the Centre for Urban Solutions, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to advance

Qualifikationen

• PhD in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Strong background in biogeotechnics and geomaterials.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Publication track record is advantageous.
• Ability to work independently and develop solutions under tight timelines.

Aufgaben

• Conduct in-depth research on nature-based materials to mitigate coastal erosion and support land restoration.
• Develop methods to upcycle solid waste into sustainable materials for biocementation.
• Perform numerical studies of model tests and analyze results.
• Prepare project reports and publish findings in peer-reviewed journals.
• Assist PI in writing research proposals and supervising students.

Ausbildung

PhD in Civil Engineering

Geotechnical Engineering

Biogeotechnics

Biomineralization

Jobbeschreibung

The School of Civil and Environmental Engineering (CEE) advances education, research and innovation across civil engineering, environmental engineering and maritime studies. The key objective is to support efforts to develop solutions that strengthen infrastructure, protect the environment and build more resilient communities. The Centre for Urban Solutions at School of Civil and Environmental Engineering provides leadership in developing innovative solutions and sustainable technologies for space creation and urban infrastructure development. We are looking for a Research Fellow to work on a research project which aims to advance engineering solutions to mitigate the impact of climate change and focus on developing a cost-effective and eco-friendly method for coastal protection. The role will focus on conducting laboratory and field tests on sustainable construction materials, as well as writing project reports and scientific papers. Additionally, the appointee will assist the PI in writing research proposals and supervising students.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth research on using nature-based material to create barriers that mitigate coastal erosion, accumulate sediments, and restore land lost to seawater.
• Develop new methods to upcycle solid waste to produce sustainable material for biocementation.
• Perform numerical study of the model test.
• Analyze and interpret data to make informed recommendations for costal protection system design and optimization.
• Writing and publication of results in peer-reviewed journals.
• Assist in securing external funding through grant applications and proposals.

Job Requirements

• PhD qualification degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering or related field.
• Strong background in biogeotechnics, geoenvironmental solutions and sustainability development.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Expertise in biomineralization and geomaterials.
• Expertise in model testing of geotechnical structures (embankments and retaining walls etc.).
• Publication track record is an advantage.
• Ability to work independently and develop solutions under strict timelines.

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Hiring Institution: NTU A research-intensive public university, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) has 33,000 undergraduate and postgraduate students in the Engineering, Business, Science, Humanities, Arts, & Social Sciences, and Graduate colleges. It also has a medical school, the Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine, established jointly with Imperial College London. NTU is also home to world-class autonomous institutes – the National Institute of Education, S Rajaratnam School of International Studies, Earth Observatory of Singapore, and Singapore Centre for Environmental Life Sciences Engineering – and various leading research centres such as the Nanyang Environment & Water Research Institute (NEWRI) and Energy Research Institute @ NTU (ERI@N). Ranked amongst the world’s top universities by QS, NTU has also been named the world’s top young university for the past seven years. The University’s main campus is frequently listed among the Top 15 most beautiful university campuses in the world and has 57 Green Mark-certified (equivalent to LEED-certified) buildings, of which 95% are certified Green Mark Platinum. Apart from its main campus, NTU also has a campus in Novena, Singapore’s healthcare district. Under the NTU Smart Campus vision, the University harnesses the power of digital technology and tech-enabled solutions to support better learning and living experiences, the discovery of new knowledge, and the sustainability of resources. For more information, visit www.ntu.edu.sg About NIE About RSIS About LKCMedicine About NTUItive