Overview
Organisation/Company SINGAPORE INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY (SIT).
Research Field Engineering.
Researcher Profile First Stage Researcher (R1).
Country Singapore.
Application Deadline 31 Dec 2025 - 00:00 (UTC).
Type of Contract Other.
Job Status Full-time.
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?
Not funded by a EU programme.
Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?
No.
Responsibilities
Participate in and manage the research project with Principal Investigator (PI), Co-PI and the research team members to ensure all project deliverables are met.
Undertake these responsibilities in the project:
Delft3D and SWAN Modelling: Utilize Delft3D and SWAN software to develop and validate numerical models for wave propagation, storm surge modelling, and coastal dynamics.
Building up of a database of sea level anomaly with extreme weather conditions: Utilize the developed numerical model to build a database of sea level anomaly with different weather conditions, which can be used to develop a data-driven model for storm surge prediction.
Data Analysis: Process and analyze climate, ocean wave and coastal data to improve model accuracy.
Research: Conduct research to enhance wave modelling techniques and contribute to the advancement of coastal engineering and oceanography.
Impact Assessment: Evaluating the potential impacts of storm surges on coastal regions, including flood risk assessments and vulnerability analyses.
Collaboration: Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including hydrodynamic researchers, coastal engineers, and oceanographers.
Reporting: Prepare research findings for publication in scientific journals and present results at conferences.
Carry out Risk Assessment, and ensure compliance with Work, Safety and Health Regulations.
Coordinate procurement and liaison with vendors/suppliers.
Work independently, as well as within a team, to ensure proper operation and maintenance of equipment.
Assists in co-supervision of Final Year Projects (FYP) or capstone projects students together with the project PI
Qualifications
PhD or Master degree in a related field with a focus on coastal engineering, oceanography, or hydrodynamics.
Proficiency in wave modeling software, particularly Delft3D and SWAN.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Research experience in coastal and ocean waves is preferred.
Excellent communication (verbal and written) and teamwork abilities
Proficiency in machine learning will be an advantage
Able to build and maintain strong working relationships with people within and external to the university.
Self-directed learner who believes in continuous learning and development
Proficient in technical writing and presentation
Possess strong analytical and critical thinking skills
Show strong initiative and take ownership of work
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