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Research Fellow (Built Environment)

Times Higher Education
26 Jan 2024

Job Information

Organisation/Company
NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF SINGAPORE
Research Field
Architecture
Engineering
Physics
Researcher Profile
First Stage Researcher (R1)
Country
Singapore
Application Deadline
Type of Contract
Other
Job Status
Full-time
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?
Not funded by an EU programme
Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?
No

Offer Description

Job Description

The Construction Performance Analytics & Innovation Research Unit (cPAIRu) at the Department of the Built Environment, National University of Singapore, concentrates on three primary research areas:

  1. Project/Organization Management Strategies for Green Building & Infrastructure;
  2. Project/Organization Performance Analytics and Innovations;
  3. Project/Organization Risk Management and Decision Support Systems.

As a leading international center for research and consultancy in the built environment industry, cPAIRu drives project and organizational innovations and fosters collaborations with both local and international academic and industry partners, while contributing to national development goals through partnerships among students and staff.

The cPAIRu is seeking a Research Fellow experienced in leading and executing research projects independently. The role demands a solid knowledge of project management and an in-depth understanding of digital transformation in the built environment industry. This includes knowledge of technological competencies, organizational readiness, regulatory and strategic developments, applications of smart technology, change management, and performance assessment.

The Research Fellow's responsibilities will extend to administrative and management tasks associated with research projects, as well as supporting PhD students by providing academic and research guidance, together with the PI. Ideal candidates should possess substantial research experience in relevant fields, robust data analysis skills, and, preferably, basic proficiency in programming.

The successful applicant will perform academic development work as well as field practical work together with the other research staff/students under the guidance of the PI.

Job Requirements

  • Ph.D (or to be conferred) in a relevant field, such as Civil Engineering, Building Science, or related fields
  • Solid knowledge and familiarity with project management, technological competencies, organizational readiness, regulatory and strategic developments, applications of smart technology, change management, and performance assessment
  • Strong communication, team management, and independent problem-solving abilities
  • Fluency in oral and written English

More Information
Location: Kent Ridge Campus
Organization: College of Design and Engineering
Department : The Built Environment
Employee Referral Eligible: No
Job requisition ID : 23136

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