Job Description

Job Title:  Research Fellow, TMSI
University-Level Unit:  Tropical Marine Science Institute
Faculty/Department-Level Unit:  Physical Oceanography Research Laboratory
Employee Category:  Research Staff
Location_ONB:  Kent Ridge Campus
Posting Start Date:  01/10/2026

Job Description

  • Development and validation of NEMO regional ocean circulation and biogeochemical modelling for the South-east Asia region.
  • Write reports and publish high-quality journal papers.
  • Present research findings at international conferences.
  • Any other duties as assigned.

Qualification & Field of Study

  • PhD in Physical Oceanography, Coastal Engineering, Ocean Engineering, or other related discipline.

Job Requirements

  • Minimum of 3 years of relevant research experience.
  • Strong knowledge of physical oceanography, ocean climate studies, regional ocean circulation and modelling.
  • Experience in modelling of biogeochemical cycles, trophic interactions including human activities.
  • Experience in environmental impact assessment of toxic pollutants in coastal ocean including eutrophication, suspended and bottom sediments.
  • Understanding of radionuclide spill behaviour in aquatic systems.
  • Experience with NEMO and radionuclide dispersion modelling is preferred.
  • Knowledge and experience in sediment transport modelling and marine food-web studies would be an advantage.
  • Proficiency in Linux/UNIX environments and shell scripting.
  • Experience working with HPC systems and supercomputing environments.
  • Good programming skills in languages such as Fortran and Python.
  • Experience in processing and analysing large-scale datasets in NetCDF format using tools such as Python, MATLAB, CDO, NCO, and Ferret/PyFerret.
  • Experience in handling and analysing satellite, in-situ, and reanalysis datasets would be an advantage.

 

Other Requirements:  

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Ability to adapt and work effectively in a team environment.
  • Proficiency in written and spoken English.
  • Resourceful, self-motivated, and committed to maintaining a high level of professional integrity.
Req ID:  34554