Research Associate (Horticulture and Plant Physiology)

Nanyang Technological University is seeking a Research Associate in Horticulture and Plant Physiology to support the Singapore Indoor Farming System. The role involves developing simulation and machine learning models for Asian leafy vegetables, conducting climate room experiments, and collaborating with project partners. Candidates should have a Master’s degree in a relevant field, strong communication skills, and experience in crop physiology and programming. The position is based in Singapore.
The School of Chemistry, Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology (CCEB) at NTU Singapore, in collaboration with Wageningen University & Research (WUR), is part of the Singapore Indoor Farming System (SingFarm)—a CREATE-NRF programme focused on building a sustainable, data-driven food production model with strong industry relevance. The programme contributes to Singapore’s ambition of achieving 20 per cent local production of its fibre (vegetables, mushrooms, etc.) by 2035. The candidate will work in a multinational team at the forefront of Singapore’s agricultural innovation and food security. The Research Associate will take on a significant role in developing and applying simulation and machine learning models for Asian leafy vegetables to predict growth, transpiration, resource use, and yield under controlled environments, with a focus on production under higher temperature and humidity. The Research Associate will also build self-learning models using continuous sensor data, calibrate and validate them with experimental datasets, and collaborate with project partners to support predictive climate and crop control strategies for indoor farming in Singapore. Key Responsibilities: Conduct climate room experiments by varying environmental conditions for the growth of pak choi Develop, calibrate, and validate an explanatory, dynamic crop growth model for pak choi Write scientific papers and participate in international conferences Job Requirements: A Master’s degree in plant science, biology, agronomy, or related fields Strong command of written and communication skills Knowledge of plant and crop physiology Experience or a demonstrated interest in a quantitative approach to crop growth Knowledge or experience in programming is preferred Strong presentation skills for both academic and non-academic audiences Good collaboration skills and ability to work effectively in a team We seek a diverse and inclusive workforce and is committed to equality of opportunity. We welcome applications from all and recruit on the basis of merit, regardless of age, race, gender, religion, marital status and family responsibilities, or disability. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Hiring Institution: NTU A research-intensive public university, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) has 33,000 undergraduate and postgraduate students in the Engineering, Business, Science, Humanities, Arts, & Social Sciences, and Graduate colleges. It also has a medical school, the Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine, established jointly with Imperial College London. NTU is also home to world-class autonomous institutes – the National Institute of Education, S Rajaratnam School of International Studies, Earth Observatory of Singapore, and Singapore Centre for Environmental Life Sciences Engineering – and various leading research centres such as the Nanyang Environment & Water Research Institute (NEWRI) and Energy Research Institute @ NTU (ERI@N). Ranked amongst the world’s top universities by QS, NTU has also been named the world’s top young university for the past seven years. The University’s main campus is frequently listed among the Top 15 most beautiful university campuses in the world and has 57 Green Mark-certified (equivalent to LEED-certified) buildings, of which 95% are certified Green Mark Platinum. Apart from its main campus, NTU also has a campus in Novena, Singapore’s healthcare district. Under the NTU Smart Campus vision, the University harnesses the power of digital technology and tech-enabled solutions to support better learning and living experiences, the discovery of new knowledge, and the sustainability of resources. For more information, visit www.ntu.edu.sg About NIE About RSIS About LKCMedicine About NTUItive