Research Fellow (Hydrodynamics of Coastal Structures)

National University of Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

National University of Singapore invites applications for a Research Fellow in Hydrodynamics of Coastal Structures at Kent Ridge Campus. The role will lead and manage research activities related to the project, coordinating with engineers and scientists to drive results.

The successful candidate will conduct offshore centrifuge modelling for coastal structures, supervise research assistants, ensure compliance with safety and ethical standards, and assist with progress reports and grant

Qualifications

• PhD in Civil Engineering, Ocean Engineering, Fluid Mechanics, or related fields.
• Excellent written and spoken communication skills.
• Open to fixed-term contract.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage research activities for the Hydrodynamics of Coastal Structures project.
• Conduct offshore centrifuge modelling for coastal structures.
• Supervise research assistants and ensure safety and ethical compliance.
• Prepare progress reports and grant documentation.

Skills

Communication skills

Written English

Education

PhD in Civil/Ocean/Fluid Mechanics or related

Job description

Job Title: Research Fellow (Hydrodynamics of Coastal Structures)

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: 28/09/2026

Job Description

The selected Research Fellow (RF) will be responsible to lead and manage research activities relating to the project titled Hydrodynamics of coastal structures. Key duties will include conducting offshore centrifuge modelling for Coastal Structures and aiding to supervise research assistants. He/she must also help in ensuring compliance with safety and ethical standards and contributing to the preparation of progress reports and grant documentation.

Job Requirements

• Possess at least a PHD degree in relevant fields such as Civil Engineering, Ocean Engineering, Fluid Mechanics, Computer Science, or related disciplines. Applied Mathematics, Data Science, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Earth Sciences, Remote Sensing, and Artificial Intelligence are also well-suited. (More details on PhD requirements can be found at: https://nusgs.nus.edu.sg/scholarships/nus-research-scholarship/)
• Strong written and spoken communication skills.
• Open to fixed-term contract

Req ID: 33191