The Asian School of the Environment (ASE) at NTU is a diverse school focusing on the connections between geosciences, ecology, society and Earth systems. Our approach integrates these disciplines to examine big environmental challenges both in Southeast Asia and globally. We conduct cutting-edge research on topics that include ecology, geohazards, climate change, sea-level rise, environmental sustainability, conservation of environment and biodiversity, and interactions between environment and society. ASE ranked 13th globally for Environmental Sciences in the 2025 QS World University Rankings by Subject.
For more details, please view: https://www.ntu.edu.sg/ase.
We are inviting applications for a Research Assistant (6-8 months) to help with fieldwork, labwork and administrative tasks within the Tropical Ecology & Entomology group at ASE. The successful candidate will join the Forest Ecology group at ASE working under Assoc Prof. Eleanor Slade, joining a vibrant, international scientific department. Candidates with prior experience in entomology with field and lab work experience are preferred.
Key Responsibilities:
The main tasks that the Research Assistant will lead are:
Curating the samples and specimens held in the lab
Using the digital auto-montage to photograph specimens
Mentoring undergraduate students
Helping with DNA extraction of samples
Helping with fieldwork
Assisting with day-to-day running of the Lab e.g. ordering equipment, assisting with invoicing, managing the lab website and Dropbox, writing SOPs
Helping with outreach activities e.g. website, blogs, video diaries, Flickr
Helping to analyze data and write scientific papers.
Job Requirements:
Bachelor degree in Biological Science or any related field
Knowledge of museum curation techniques and relevant experience of specimen curation
Experience in databasing biological specimens
Experience working with insect collections and knowledge of entomology
Knowledge of and interest in working with invertebrates
Experience with auto-montage techniques would be an advantage
Willingness to learn and adopt new techniques and methodologies
Good team work and collaboration skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently with good attention to detail
ASE seeks 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 to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
Hiring Institution: NTU