Research Assistant (Biological Sciences)

Job Description

The Centre for Nature-based Climate Solutions at the National University of Singapore invites applications for a Research Assistant in Blue Carbon Science. Prior experience in mangroves/seagrass research is an advantage. The position will be for a period of one year with the possibility of renewal subject to performance review. Singapore citizens and permanent residents are preferred.

The main responsibilities of the position include:

• Work within a team of researchers conducting blue carbon field measurements throughout Southeast Asia
• Collect and manage field data on blue carbon stocks and gaseous fluxes, with a particular focus on seagrass and mangrove ecosystems.
• Liaise with corporate and academic partners interested in Blue Carbon

Qualifications

A bachelor’s degree in environmental sciences, geography, biogeochemistry or a similar discipline.

Skills and Experience:

Essential:

• Prior field research experience in geography or wetland ecology
• Familiarity with working in wet lab settings 
• Data management and processing skills
• Willingness to undertake fieldwork for extended periods in field sites across Southeast Asia 
• Highly organised, proactive, resourceful and have good interpersonal skills 
• Ability to work independently 

Desirable Skills:

• Knowledge of biogeochemical fluxes
• Strong quantitative skills in R, Python or similar
• Experience with basic laboratory techniques such as sediment grain size analysis and soil carbon estimation
• Field research experience in coastal ecosystems
• Prior experience in the measurement of soil carbon stocks and gas fluxes, including measurements of photosynthesis and soil respiration/gas flux
• Prior experience in organising and conducting field research overseas

ABOUT THE CENTRE

The QS World University rankings regularly place NUS in the top 15 universities in the world and number one in Asia. The NUS Centre for Nature-based Climate Solutions is the focal point for world-class research and thought leadership on climate change impacts and solutions in service of society. The Centre aims to deliver new knowledge and solutions to inform policies, strategies and actions by producing credible, salient and legitimate science that informs nature-based climate strategies and actions, building capacity and empowering leadership and communicating and engaging with the wider society. See www.nus.edu.sg/CNCS. 

TERMS OF APPOINTMENT

1. The appointment will be tenable for a maximum period of two years. 
2. The position comes with competitive remuneration
3. Singapore citizens and permanent residents are eligible for provident fund benefits

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Interested applicants should submit the following via email to cncs@nus.edu.sg with the subject title “Application for Research Assistant in Blue Carbon Science” by 10th July 2024;

• Letter of application explaining the candidate’s past research experience and aptitude for the job description
• Curriculum vitae
• Contact information for 3 referees

Interviews are expected to begin in July 2024. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

More Information

Location: Kent Ridge Campus

Organization: Science

Department : Biological Sciences

Employee Referral Eligible: No

Job requisition ID : 25443