Summary
The National Institute of Education (NIE), an autonomous institute of Nanyang Technological University (NTU Singapore), is inviting applications for the position of Research Fellow within the Natural Sciences and Science Education (NSSE) Department. The successful candidate will work on the research project titled “Intelligent Single Pixel Opto-Spintronic Terahertz Imaging (iSPOT)”, focusing on advancing high-resolution, single-pixel THz imaging by leveraging spintronic heterostructures and computational image reconstruction methods.
Job Details Overview
| Parameter | Details |
| Job Title | Research Fellow (Natural Sciences and Science Education Department) [NIE] |
| Job Requisition ID | R00025576 |
| Hiring Institution | National Institute of Education (NIE) / NTU Singapore |
| Employment Type | Full-Time |
| Research Project | Intelligent Single Pixel Opto-Spintronic Terahertz Imaging (iSPOT) |
| Location | NTU Main Campus, Singapore |
| Application Deadline | September 4, 2026 |
Designation
- Position: Research Fellow
- Department: Natural Sciences and Science Education (NSSE)
- Institution: National Institute of Education (NIE), NTU Singapore
Research Area
- Field: Physics, Applied Physics, Photonics & Materials Science
- Specialization:
- Terahertz (THz) Spectroscopy and High-Resolution Imaging
- Spintronic THz Emitters (Ferromagnet / Heavy Metal heterostructures)
- Computational Single-Pixel Imaging & Algorithm Development
- Polarization State Manipulation & Metamaterials Characterization
Location
NTU Main Campus, Singapore
Eligibility / Qualification
Essential Requirements
- Education: Ph.D. in Physics, Engineering, or a closely related discipline.
- Technical Experience:
- Proven track record in THz spectroscopy, spintronics, and material science.
- Demonstrated hands-on experience in the development, operation, and optimization of THz sources and detection systems.
- Prior practical experience in THz imaging and optical setup alignment.
- Proficiency in material characterization techniques.
- Programming Skills: Strong proficiency in Python programming for data acquisition and post-data processing/image reconstruction.
- Communication & Writing: Excellent verbal and written English communication skills, with a demonstrated record of writing research papers, reports, and scientific publications.
Preferred Qualifications
- Strong knowledge and practice of standard laboratory safety protocols and procedures.
- Excellent project and organizational management skills with the ability to meet tight deadlines.
- Capability to conduct independent research with minimal supervision.
- Experience in guiding or assisting in the co-supervision of Final Year Project (FYP), Master’s, or Ph.D. students.
Job Description & Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
- Spectrometer Fabrication: Contribute to and support the design and fabrication of a spintronic THz spectrometer platform.
- Optical Setup & Alignment: Design and align pump-probe optical pathways based on oscillator lasers, spintronic THz emission, and photoconductive antenna detection.
- Algorithm & Software Development: Develop and optimize computational reconstruction algorithms to resolve 2D images in real time and surpass diffraction limits (<20 µm / ~λ/15 resolution).
- Research Dissemination: Prepare, write, and contribute to high-impact research papers, technical documentation, and progress reports.
- General Laboratory Support: Carry out additional research-related duties as designated by the Principal Investigator (PI).
How to Apply
- Applications (for both internal and external applicants) must be submitted online via the NTU Workday Careers Portal.
- Prepare and upload your updated Curriculum Vitae (CV), cover letter, list of publications, and contact details of academic referees through the official application link:
(Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.)
Last Date for Apply
- Application Deadline: September 4, 2026 (14 calendar days from posting)
