Research Fellow (Materials Science & Engineering / Mechanical Engineering)

NANYANG TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

NTU's School of Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering invites a Research Fellow to assist the PI in a sponsored project focusing on additive manufacturing of metallic materials and coatings, with microstructure, mechanical properties, corrosion and hydrogen embrittlement studies.

The role includes experimental work, data analysis, report writing, and mentoring MSc and final year project students, contributing to high-impact publications and collaborative research across disciplines.

Qualifications

• PhD in Materials Science & Engineering or Mechanical Engineering from a reputed institution.
• Hands-on experience in advanced alloys and microstructural and mechanical property characterization.
• Proven publication record; first-author papers in Acta Materialia preferred.
• Strong written and oral communication; excellent publication history.
• Ability to work independently and mentor MSc/FYP students; international network valued.

Responsibilities

• Additive manufacturing of metallic components.
• Microstructural characterization.
• Tensile property characterization.
• Fracture toughness and fatigue crack growth characterization.
• Corrosion, SCC, erosion, and hydrogen embrittlement studies.
• Write scientific reports and publications.
• Mentor MSc and FYP students.

Skills

Microstructural characterization

Mechanical property characterization

Corrosion, SCC, HE

EBSD / Nanoindentation

Publications in journals

Education

PhD in Materials Science & Engineering or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SEM

TEM

EBSD

Nanoindentation

Job description

The School of Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering (MAE) is a robust, dynamic and multi-disciplinary international research community comprising of world-class scientists and bright students. MAE prides itself in its excellent research capabilities in areas including advanced manufacturing, aerospace, biomedical, energy, industrial engineering, maritime engineering, robotics, etc. The school is equipped with state-of-the-art research infrastructure, housing a comprehensive range of cluster laboratories, test bedding facilities, research centres/institutes and corporate laboratories. Cutting edge research in MAE addresses the immediate needs of our industries and supports the nation’s long-term development strategies. In the new era of industrial 4.0 and sustainable living, MAE is rigorous in developing new competencies to support the growth and competitiveness of our engineering sector in the global landscape. MAE has grown to be leader in Engineering Research, ranking amongst the top engineering schools in the world. For more details, please view https://www.ntu.edu.sg/mae/research.

We are looking for a Research Fellow to assist the PI in conducting research specified in a sponsored project. The role will focus on additive manufacturing of metallic materials and coatings and conduct detailed studies on their microstructures, mechanical properties, corrosion, stress corrosion cracking, hydrogen embrittlement, and erosion responses.

Key Responsibilities:

• Additive manufacturing of metallic components

• Microstructural characterization

• Tensile property characterization

• Fracture toughness and fatigue crack growth characterization

• Corrosion, stress corrosion cracking, erosion, and hydrogen embrittlement studies

• Write scientific reports and publications

• Mentor MSc and FYP students

Job Requirements:

• PhD degree in Materials Science & Engineering or Mechanical Engineering from a reputed institution that is well-known in the fields of study required for executing the project. Only those who have already obtained their PhD degree at the time of application will be considered.

• Relevant hands-on experience in advanced alloys and their microstructural and mechanical property characterization. Proficiency in corrosion, SCC, HE, and allied fields and microstructural characterization techniques such as SEM, TEM, EBSD, nanoindentation.

• Demonstrated expertise in high level research through a good scientific publication record, especially in standard journals of the research area. At least one or more papers in Acta Materialia as the first author is a must.

• Good written and oral communication skills, with demonstrated record of outstanding scientific publication record.

• Interpersonal skills (e.g. Ability to work independently / develop solutions under strict timelines, meticulous and eye for details / excellent organizational / time management skills). Ability to build rapport and influence stakeholders at all levels and to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. Possesses international experience, with a strong network of contacts in the region.

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