About this role
Established in 2010, the Energy Research Institute @ NTU (ERI@N) is a pan-university research institute that focuses on systems-level research for tropical megacities. It performs translational research that covers the energy value chain from generation to innovative end-use solutions, motivated by industrialisation and deployment. ERI@N has multiple Interdisciplinary Research Programmes which focus on translational Research, Development & Deployment which focus on specific area of the energy value chain, and a number of Living labs and Testbeds which facilitate large scale technology deployment enabling validation and demonstration of real-world applications.
For more details, please view https://www.ntu.edu.sg/erian
We are looking for a Research Fellow to undertake a project to develop noise mitigating solutions for buildings. The role will focus on designing acoustics metamaterials with ventilation capabilities, perform optimization through numerical simulations, prototyping and experimental testing/validation.
Key Responsibilities:
Undertake the design of acoustics metamaterials with ventilation capabilities for sound mitigation in buildings
Undertake numerical simulations to optimize design and performance using commercial tools
Undertake lab and on-site experiments to validate solution
Innovate and seek technologies for potential applications
Publish quality research articles to disseminate study findings
Undertake project administrations and liaison
Provide regular updates and reports
Job Requirements:
PhD degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, physics or related fields
At least 2 years of relevant experiences in similar role / technical hands-on experience in specific scope
Familiarity with COMSOL and acoustics simulation tools
Familiarity with acoustics experiments
Good written and oral communication skills
Good personality, team player, creative and thinker.
Ability to work independently, good time management and work well under strict timelines, good time management skills
Entry level candidates are welcome to apply
Ability to build rapport and influence stakeholders at all levels
Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
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About Nanyang Technological University Singapore
The National Institute of Education (NIE), an autonomous institute of the Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Singapore is among the world's top education institutes, renowned for its excellence in teacher education and education research.
Founded in 1950, NIE has played a pivotal role in developing Singapore's teaching workforce. In a dynamic education milieu, NIE prepares teachers with the requisite values, skills and knowledge to meet the continuous demands of diverse learners across the lifespan.
The quality of our programmes is based on evidence-informed reviews and enhancement, and delivered with innovative pedagogies in digitally mediated learning spaces. Our degree, higher degree and professional development programmes offer global perspectives through international practice and semester exchanges, while 21st Century pedagogies, multidisciplinary curricula and service-learning initiatives help to develop the holistic reflective practitioner and school leader.
Internationally, the NIE has gained a strong reputation as a thought leader in the field of education and education-related disciplines, and built strategic alliances with many other renowned institutions in the US, Europe and Asia Pacific regions. The Institute also offers the only local sports-related undergraduate degree programme in Sport Science & Management that provides academic and professional pathways to sports-related careers.
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What you'll do
- The Research Fellow will design acoustics metamaterials with ventilation capabilities for sound mitigation in buildings and perform numerical simulations to optimize design and performance. The role also includes conducting lab and on-site experiments for validation and publishing research findings.
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