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Research Fellow (Environmental Fluxomics)
Role summary
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The Research Fellow will conduct research in environmental fluxomics, studying how organisms and ecosystems process and exchange chemicals and energy. Requirements typically include a PhD in environmental science, ecology, biology, biochemistry, microbiology, analytical chemistry, or a related discipline, along with relevant laboratory or fieldwork experience. Familiarity with metabolomics, isotope tracing, mass spectrometry, molecular techniques, environmental sampling, and data analysis would be valuable. The candidate is expected to design and execute experiments, analyse and interpret complex datasets, publish results in peer-reviewed journals, prepare reports and presentations, collaborate with interdisciplinary researchers, and contribute to grant or research proposals. Strong scientific writing, communication, organisation, and the ability to work independently and in a team are important.
Can I work in Singapore?
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How it works
How it works: Employment Pass: SGD 5,600+ a month at 23 (6,000 from January 2027), more with age, plus 40 COMPASS points; a degree from a top-tier university scores 20 of them.
Before you apply: Schools want a degree and often a teaching qualification, and some places license teachers before you can teach: schools maintained by councils in England, and schools in Hong Kong, New Zealand and Thailand. Ask which licence your post needs.
Watch for: The post is usually advertised to locals for 14 days first; teacher aides and infant caregivers in licensed childcare centres are on the Work Permit list for South Asians and Filipinos since September 2026.
Official source: Ministry of Manpower: COMPASS points framework. Checked November 2026.
What the job usually comes with in Singapore
Usual for Education jobs in Singapore, varies by employer. Checked November 2026.
| Housing | Not usual; senior expats may get an allowance; Work Permit staff: employer must ensure proper housing (by law) |
|---|---|
| Relocation | Work Permit staff: employer pays levy, bond and insurance (by law); relocation help is an expat perk |
| Flights | Work Permit staff: flight home paid by the employer (by law); others only if the offer says so |
| Contract | Work Permit up to 2 years; S Pass and Employment Pass up to 2, then 3; notice 1 day to 4 weeks by default |
| Leave | 7 to 14 days (by law; many get more); 11 public holidays; 14 days' sick leave, 60 in hospital |
| Income tax | 0% up to SGD 20,000 a year, then 2% to 24% (about 3% at SGD 60,000); resident rates on a 1-year pass |
| Health cover | Employer must insure Work Permit and S Pass staff, SGD 60,000 a year (by law); Employment Pass: company plan |
Senior staff often get more than line staff, for example a single room or a yearly home flight. Ask the employer what the job includes before you accept.
Guidance, not legal advice. Rules change; your employer confirms the details for your case.
About Nanyang Technological University
Nanyang Technological University (NTU Singapore) is a research-intensive public university known for engineering, science, technology, business, humanities, and interdisciplinary research. Located in the western part of Singapore, its Yunnan Garden campus combines teaching facilities, laboratories, residential colleges, libraries, sports venues, and extensive green spaces. NTU has a strong international profile and collaborates with universities, government agencies, research institutes, and industry worldwide. Its research portfolio includes sustainability, environmental science, biotechnology, artificial intelligence, materials, health, and climate-related innovation. Research Fellows are generally appointed to work on funded projects under principal investigators or research centres, gaining opportunities to publish, collaborate internationally, and develop specialist expertise. The university attracts researchers and students from many countries and provides a structured, high-performing academic environment.