Job Description

Job Title:  Research Fellow (Composite Materials and Additive Manufacturing)
University-Level Unit:  College of Design and Engineering
Faculty/Department-Level Unit:  Mechanical Engineering
Employee Category:  Research Staff
Location_ONB:  Kent Ridge Campus
Posting Start Date:  30/06/2026

Job Description

•             Conduct research on the design, fabrication, and characterization of advanced composite materials for additive manufacturing.

•             Develop, optimize, and evaluate material formulations and 3D printing processes for high-performance composite structures.

•             Perform materials characterization, mechanical testing, and data analysis to understand processing–structure–property relationships.

•             Work closely with multidisciplinary collaborators to translate research outcomes into functional prototypes and engineering applications.

•             Prepare manuscripts for publication in leading international journals and present research findings at conferences.

•             Support the supervision of graduate and undergraduate students and contribute to laboratory operations, including equipment upkeep and safety compliance.

Qualifications

•             Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a closely related discipline.

•             Demonstrated expertise in composite materials, additive manufacturing, or advanced manufacturing technologies.

•             Experience in materials characterization and mechanical testing, with the ability to independently design and conduct experiments.

•             Strong publication record in reputable peer-reviewed journals.

•             Excellent analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively both independently and within a multidisciplinary research team.

Req ID:  33564