Research Associate (Tidal Resources) Full-time

Research Associate

Established in 2010, the Energy Research Institute @ NTU (ERI@N) is a pan-university research institute that focuses on systems-level research for tropical megacities. It performs translational research that covers the energy value chain from generation to innovative end-use solutions, motivated by industrialization and deployment. ERI@N has multiple Interdisciplinary Research Programmes which focus on translational Research, Development & Deployment which focus on specific area of the energy value chain, and a number of Living labs and Testbeds which facilitate large scale technology deployment enabling validation and demonstration of real-world applications.

We are looking for a Research Associate to assist the ERI@N Management Team to execute research on tidal resources. Singapore and the ASEAN region are exploring all forms of energy to achieve a diverse energy portfolio supporting decarbonisation goals. As such, tidal and other ocean energy sources are to be explored and ERI@N is looking to develop a portfolio of activities in this area.

The role of the RA is to support projects in this area and, if successful, support to build the portfolio towards a new Interdisciplinary Research Programme in tidal and other ocean energy resources.

The Research Associate is to assist the ERI@N Program Managers or Cluster Directors in Scientific, Technical and Project Execution matters relating to tidal resources.

Key Responsibilities:

• Participate in research and development, demonstration, and deployment projects of innovative energy solutions, that entail research in energy systems and alternative energy sources.
• Support joint research and development agreements such as Joint Industry Program, Research Collaboration Agreements with Industry or University partners and related programs.
• Execute research projects in the group to ensure projects are executed to meet the scientific / technical targets.
• Support the research team in supporting in preparation of grant proposals, intellectual property filings, presentations in meetings, scientific conferences; publishing research papers in Journals / conference proceedings as defined in the project scope and agreements.

Scientific activities include:

• Develop Tidal Resource Models Design and implement statistical and machine learning tidal models to predict energy demand, supply, and market trends.
• Analyse Energy Data Collect, clean, and interpret large datasets from various sources.
• Monitor and Validate Model Performance Continuously evaluate data accuracy and refine models to improve reliability and responsiveness.
• Collaborate with Stakeholders Work closely with energy planners, engineers, and policy teams to align with operational and strategic goals.
• Contribute to Research Publications Publish research findings in academic journals or industry reports to advance knowledge in energy forecasting.

Job Requirements:

• Masters in Engineering or Sciences or a related field
• Familiarity with both academic and industrial research as well as the funding landscape enabling these research programs is preferred.
• Good written and oral communication skills and the ability to communicate with a wide range of individual and professional groups in both industry as well as government agencies is required.
• Able to work in and lead interdisciplinary teams with a wide variety of competences and a high level of diversity.

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

Hiring Institution: NTU