Research Fellow (Robotics and Metal Additive Mfg)

National University of Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research university in Singapore is seeking a postdoctoral Research Fellow to work on advancing robotics and metal additive manufacturing. The successful candidate will assist in establishing a new laboratory and conduct impactful research while mentoring PhD students. Candidates should have a PhD in a related field and strong programming skills. This fixed-term position offers a dynamic research environment at the intersection of engineering and technology.

Qualifications

• Possess a PhD in robotics, additive manufacturing, or a closely related field.
• Strong portfolio of research and publications related to robotics and additive manufacturing.
• Proficiency in programming and related software.

Responsibilities

• Assist in designing and operating the metal additive manufacturing laboratory.
• Conduct research in robotic manufacturing and construction automation.
• Disseminate findings through papers and presentations.

Skills

Programming proficiency

Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Research and publications in robotics and additive manufacturing

Education

PhD in robotics or additive manufacturing

Tools

3D modeling software

Additive manufacturing software

Job description

Company Description

The National University of Singapore is the national research university of Singapore. Founded in 1905 as the Straits Settlements and the Federated Malay States Government Medical School, NUS is the oldest higher education institution in Singapore

Job Description

The National University of Singapore (NUS) invites applications for a postdoctoral Research Fellow position in robotics and metal additive manufacturing. The successful applicant will work under the supervision of Asst Prof Meng Xin from the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering. This position is part of an exciting research programme aimed at advancing the multi-robotic wire-arc directed energy deposition technology and accelerating its practical adoption in construction and beyond.

Responsibilities

• Assist the design and lead the commissioning and operation of the new metal additive manufacturing laboratory at NUS.
• Conduct novel and impactful research in the areas of robotic manufacturing, printing process monitoring/optimisation, and construction automation.
• Disseminate research findings through high-quality journal papers and presentations at international conferences.
• Support the supervision and mentoring of PhD students.
• Contribute to teaching and outreach activities.

Job Requirements

Essential

• Possess a PhD in robotics, additive manufacturing, or a closely related field;
• A strong portfolio of research and publications related to robotics and additive manufacturing;
• Proficiency in programming;
• Proficiency in additive manufacturing-related software, including 3D modelling and path planning;
• Ability to integrate sensors (e.g. laser scanning, thermal imaging) for process monitoring and optimisation;
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Open to fixed-term contract.

Desired

• Hands-on experience with metal additive manufacturing, particularly wire-arc directed energy deposition;
• Technical knowledge of arc welding;
• Knowledge and skills in AI.

More Information

Location: Kent Ridge Campus

Organization: College of Design and Engineering

Department: Civil and Environmental Engineering

Employee Referral Eligible: No

Job requisition ID: 31609