Research Fellow (Electronic Engineering/ Material Science/ Chemistry/ Physics)

NANYANG TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

NTI-NTU Corporate Laboratory, a collaboration involving Nanofilm Technologies and Nanyang Technological University (NTU) in Singapore, seeks a PhD-level engineer/scientist. The role focuses on plasma process equipment design, simulation, and optimization for coating technologies.

Candidates should have post-doctoral experience, a strong publication record, and capabilities in multidisciplinary teamwork. The job emphasizes transitioning experiments to scalable solutions, preparing technical

Qualifications

• Ph.D. required in engineering or science; post-doctoral experience in industry or a recognised research institute preferred.
• Expertise in plasma physics, plasma source design, and plasma control system design is essential.
• Proven track record of research publications and patent filings.
• Ability to collaborate effectively in multidisciplinary settings.

Responsibilities

• Simulate, design, fabricate and characterize plasma process equipment.
• Familiar with COMSOL software to simulate the influence of magnetic fields on plasma flow.
• Conduct design simulations to refine processes.
• Optimize vacuum coating processes and lead R&D in material science for application development.
• Drive development and implementation of coating techniques.
• Oversee the transition from experimental designs to scalable solutions.
• Prepare and deliver comprehensive reports to satisfy funding and corporate mandates.

Skills

Plasma physics

Plasma source design

Plasma control system design

Collaboration

Report writing

Research publications

Education

Ph.D. in a relevant engineering or science discipline

Tools

COMSOL

Job description

NTI-NTU Corporate Laboratory is a collaboration between Nanofilm Technologies International Limited ("Nanofilm", "NTI"), Nanyang Technological University ("NTU") and supported by Singapore under RIE2025. The Laboratory's objective is to propel Innovation and Technologies commercialisation through NTU's innovation and NTI's deep technology.

NTI-NTU Corporate Laboratory aligns with Singapore's RIE2025 handbook - which emphasises the nation's commitment to research and innovation, aiming to drive economic growth and address national challenges.

Key Responsibilities:

• Simulate, design, fabricate and characterize plasma process equipment.
• Familiar with COMSOL software to simulate the influence of magnetic field on plasma flow.
• Conducts various design simulations to refine processes.
• Optimize vacuum coating processes, and leading R&D efforts in material science for application development.
• Drives the development and implementation of coating techniques.
• Oversee the transition from experimental designs to scalable solutions.
• Additionally, the role requires preparation and delivery of comprehensive reports to satisfy the stipulations of funding entities and corporate mandates.

Job Requirements:

• Ph.D. in a relevant engineering or science discipline is required.
• At least 2 years of combined specialized post-doctoral experience in industry or a recognised research institute.
• Expertise in plasma physics, plasma source design, plasma control system design and a strong track record of research publications and patent filings are essential.
• Applicants must demonstrate effective collaboration skills in multidisciplinary settings.
• We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.