The School of Civil and Environmental Engineering (CEE) is a leading school for Sustainable Built Environment. The key objective is to support efforts to excellence in providing advanced education, spearheading groundbreaking research, and delivering unparalleled professional services.
We are looking for a Research Associate to enhance the blast resistance of precast structures and analyze progressive collapse in flat slab systems. The role will focus on creating safer and resilient environments, addressing critical challenges, such as structural safety and resilience, and contributing meaningfully to our overarching commitment to protect communities and foster innovation in construction safety.
Key Responsibilities:
Conduct research and perform in-depth analyses to improve fire performance of concrete materials, structural systems and structural joints.
Develop and implement innovative methods and solutions to enhance building safety and structural resilience.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to design, test, and optimize new materials and construction techniques.
Support performance-based fire design, numerical modelling, testing framework development, and technical reporting.
Ensure project compliance with safety standards while contributing to the university’s mission of fostering innovation and protecting community welfare.
Job Requirements:
Master’s degree in Civil/Structural Engineering or related field
Knowledge of structural fire engineering and performance-based fire design
Experience in structural/material testing, modelling, or data analysis.
Good written and oral communication skills
Experience with reinforced and precast concrete structure design and analysis
Proficiency in structural analysis software and CAD.
Competent in analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
Hiring Institution: NTU