Job Description

Job Title:  Research Fellow (Urban Ecology / Biodiversity / Landscape Maintenance)
University-Level Unit:  College of Design and Engineering
Faculty/Department-Level Unit:  Architecture
Employee Category:  Research Staff
Location_ONB:  Kent Ridge Campus
Posting Start Date:  20/06/2026

Job Description

The Department of Architecture at NUS invites applications for multiple research positions within an interdisciplinary research project about urban ecosystem services. Successful candidates will join a dynamic and collaborative team engaged in large-scale, externally funded projects addressing pressing urban challenges in Singapore and globally. The positions offer a supportive research environment, competitive remuneration, and access to state-of-the-art facilities.

The research fellow is expected to join at the end of 2026. The position is a one-year appointment and might be renewed up to 3 years based on the performance and career plan of the hired person.

Responsibilities
•    Simulate and evaluate urban biodiversity
•    Conduct field surveys and model calibration
•    Quantify landscape maintenance regimes
•    Contribute to design guidelines and project coordination

Qualifications

•    PhD in Urban Ecology, Landscape Architecture, or related field
•    Experience in biodiversity surveys and ecological modelling
•    Strong analytical and visualization skills
•    Ability to integrate ecological insights into design strategies

Req ID:  33431