Research Fellow (High Frequency Active Circuit Design)

Job Description

The Research Fellow will conduct advanced research in high-frequency active circuit design, likely supporting projects involving RF, microwave, millimetre-wave or integrated circuits. Candidates are generally expected to hold a PhD in Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Electronics, Microelectronics or a closely related discipline, with strong knowledge of analog/RF circuit design, semiconductor devices and circuit simulation. Experience with tools such as Cadence, ADS, HFSS or equivalent, together with research publications and laboratory testing skills, is advantageous. The candidate should be capable of designing, fabricating, characterising and documenting circuits, analysing results, preparing technical reports and publishing research findings. Strong communication, teamwork, problem-solving and the ability to work independently in a multidisciplinary university research environment are also expected.

Company Info

Nanyang Technological University (NTU Singapore) is a major research-intensive university located in Singapore. It is widely recognised for engineering, science, technology, business and interdisciplinary research, with strong links to industry and international academic partners. NTU operates a large main campus and hosts specialised research institutes, laboratories and innovation centres working on areas such as semiconductors, artificial intelligence, sustainability, materials, biomedical science and communications technology. The university employs academic staff, researchers, professional services teams and technical specialists from around the world. Research Fellows at NTU typically work within schools, laboratories or externally funded projects, contributing to experiments, publications, prototypes and collaborations. The working environment is international and performance-oriented, with access to advanced facilities and opportunities to develop an academic or industrial research career.

Destination Guide

Singapore is a compact, highly connected island city-state with strong opportunities in research, semiconductors, electronics, engineering, biotechnology, finance, technology and education. English is widely used at work, while Mandarin, Malay and Tamil are also official languages. The culture combines Southeast Asian, Chinese, Indian and Western influences, with excellent food, efficient public transport and generally high personal safety. MRT trains and buses make commuting easy, although housing and daily expenses can be expensive, especially in central areas. Foreign professionals usually need an appropriate work pass, such as an Employment Pass or S Pass, sponsored by the employer; research appointments may use relevant university-supported arrangements. New arrivals should budget for rent, healthcare, deposits and transport, and check employment-pass eligibility before relocating. Singapore offers a clean, convenient lifestyle, tropical weather, extensive shopping and dining, and easy travel to neighbouring Asian countries.