Research Fellow (Coupled Multiphysics Modelling)

Nanyang Technological University; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

NTU’s School of Civil and Environmental Engineering seeks a research-focused candidate to develop advanced experiments and constitutive models for porous materials. The role includes numerical tool development and contributing to high-impact publications.

The candidate should have a PhD in Civil Engineering or related field, at least 2 years in triaxial testing and modeling, and strong Python/MATLAB skills, with a solid publication record.

Qualifications

• PhD in Civil Engineering or related field.
• 2 years of relevant experience in triaxial testing and constitutive modelling.
• Excellent programming skills (Python, MATLAB or similar).
• Strong publication record in peer-reviewed venues.

Responsibilities

• Develop advanced experimental apparatus to investigate coupled multiphysics in porous materials (e.g., clay).
• Develop constitutive models and numerical tools to simulate thermo-hydro-mechanical behavior of soils and geostructures.
• Publish high-quality research findings in leading peer-reviewed journals.
• Assist in securing external funding through grant applications and research proposals.

Skills

Experimental design

Programming in Python

MATLAB

Publications track record

Education

PhD in Civil Engineering

Tools

Python

MATLAB

Job description

The School of Civil and Environmental Engineering (CEE) at Nanyang Technological University is a leading school for Sustainable Built Environment. It has over 60 faculty members and more than 1,500 students and is rapidly expanding its range of education and research activities. The School of Civil and Environmental Engineering (CEE) aims at exploring and utilizing the underground space in a sustainable manner.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop advanced experimental apparatus to investigate coupled multiphysics processes in porous materials (e.g., clay).
• Develop constitutive models and numerical tools to simulate the thermo-hydro-mechanical behavior of Singapore soils and investigate the thermomechanical performance of geostructures.
• Publish high-quality research findings in leading peer-reviewed journals.
• Assist in securing external funding through the preparation of grant applications and research proposals.

Job Requirements:

• PhD in Civil Engineering or related field
• At least 2 years of relevant experience in triaxial testing and constitutive modelling
• Excellent programming skills, such as Python, MATLAB, or other competent languages.
• A good record of publications in reputable peer-reviewed journals or conferences
• Proficiency in written and spoken communication
• Previous experience in proposal writing is a plus

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