Research Fellow (Coastal Engineering)

National University of Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 67,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The National University of Singapore invites applications for a Research Fellow in coastal engineering. The role focuses on multi-objective performance of coastal protection structures and using data and imagery to monitor the coastal environment.

The successful candidate will design experiments, develop analytical and numerical models, and conduct field data collection. A PhD in Civil or Coastal Engineering is required, with strong communication skills; fixed-term contracts may be offered.

Qualifications

• PhD in Civil Eng/Coastal Eng or related field.
• Strong written and spoken communication.
• Experience with analytical models and coastal structures.
• Experience in multi-objective hydrodynamic performance assessments.

Responsibilities

• Investigate multi-objective hydrodynamic performance and wave-structure interactions of coastal infrastructure.
• Design and conduct physical experiments and analytical/numerical modelling.
• Conduct field experiments to collect high-quality data.
• Develop software for data integration and visualization of simulations.
• Summarize findings in high-quality research presentations and reports.

Skills

Communication skills

Field surveys

Analytical modeling

Hydrodynamics

Education

PhD in Civil Engineering, Coastal Engineering, or related

Job description

Job Title: Research Fellow (Coastal Engineering)
University-Level Unit: College of Design and Engineering
Faculty/Department-Level Unit: Civil and Environmental Engineering
Employee Category: Research Staff
Location_ONB: Kent Ridge Campus
Posting Start Date: 18/08/2026

Job Description

The Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering, National University of Singapore (NUS) invites applications for one (1) Research Fellow position in coastal engineering research. The candidate is expected to work in investigating the multi-objective performance of coastal protection structures as well as the use of data and imagery to monitor the coastal environment.

Responsibilities Can Include

• Investigate the multi-objective hydrodynamic performance and wave structure interactions of coastal infrastructure.
• Design and conduct physical experiments as well as analytical and numerical modelling.
• Conduct field experiments in the coastal environment to collect good quality data.
• Develop custom software for data integration and visualization of simulation outputs.
• Summarize research findings in high-quality research presentation and reports.

Job Requirements

• Applicants should have a PhD in Civil Engineering, Coastal Engineering, or related disciplines.
• Strong interest in research work, field surveys, and site supervision.
• Experience in analytical model development for coastal structures.
• Experience in simulations and assessment of multi-objective hydrodynamic performance and wave structure interactions of coastal infrastructure.
• Strong written and spoken communication.
• Open to a fixed-term contract.