Research Fellow (structural system analysis)

Interested applicants are invited to apply directly at the NUS Career Portal. Please note your application will only be processed if you apply via NUS Career Portal.

NUS Career Portal link: https://careers.nus.edu.sg/job/Research-Fellow-%28structural-system-analysis%29/33487-en_GB/

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Job Description

The National University of Singapore (NUS) invites applications for a postdoctoral Research Fellow position under the supervision of Asst Prof Meng Xin from the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering. The successful applicant will lead the design and verification of a novel modular long-span structural system and contribute to constructional metal 3D printing research in the later stage of the project.

The Research Fellow is expected to:
•    Propose conceptual structural systems for modular long-span transfer slab/truss assemblies.
•    Analyse structural performance under static loading, vibration, and elevated temperatures.
•    Assess productivity, constructability, and carbon footprint of novel structural system.
•    Finite element analysis of composite structural systems and joints.
•    Contribute to metal 3D printing research and its effective use in construction.

Job Requirements

Essential:
•    Possess a PhD in Civil and Structural Engineering.
•    A strong portfolio of research and publications related to structural engineering, especially on structural system analysis and finite element modelling.
•    Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Desired:
•    Practical experience in structural design and construction industry
•    Building information modelling