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Research Engineer (MEMS Fabrication, RF MEMS, Machine learning and Photonics Neural Networks)

Research Staff

2026-05-17

Location

Kent Ridge Campus, Singapore

National University of Singapore

Type

Research Staff

Start Date

2026-03-16

Required Qualifications

MEMS Fabrication & Cleanroom Experience
RF MEMS & Si Photonics
Photonic Neural Networks
2+ Years MEMS Device Testing
1+ Year MEMS/Photonics Design
L-Edit, Lumerical, CST, COMSOL, ANSYS
1+ First-Author Top Journal Papers (e.g., Nature Communications)

Research Areas

Piezoelectric MEMS Filters
Si Photonics
Photonic Neural Networks (PNN)
Machine Learning
Human-Machine Interface
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Research Engineer (MEMS Fabrication, RF MEMS, Machine learning and Photonics Neural Networks)

Research Engineer (MEMS Fabrication, RF MEMS, Machine learning and Photonics Neural Networks)

University-Level Unit: College of Design and Engineering

Faculty/Department-Level Unit: Electrical and Computer Engineering

Employee Category: Research Staff

Location: Kent Ridge Campus

Posting Start Date: 16/03/2026

Job Description

Work on hands-on experiments for few of the following tasks:

  1. Design, Simulation, and Fabrication of Piezoelectric MEMS filters and Si Photonics
  2. Design, modelling and testing of photonic neural networks (PNN) aiming for human-machine-interface
  3. Write 1 or more research papers based on derived data of the above devices in the first year in the top-notch journals
  4. Supporting and guiding the experiments of FYP students

Qualifications

  1. Have learned MEMS, RF filters or Si Photonics related courses for one semester at post-graduate level and earned score of A- or better.
  2. Strong background in hands-on microfabrication techniques at clean room and with journal publications showing such evidences
  3. With 2 years and more experience in making and testing MEMS devices
  4. With 1 year and more working experience in MEMS and Photonics design
  5. Strong knowledge in L-Edit; Lumerical; CST; COMSOL; ANSYS;
  6. Fluent in English speaking and writing
  7. Having more than 1 1st-authored international peer-reviewed journal papers, e.g., Nature Communications and Science Advances (for Research Engineer)

More Information

Location: Kent Ridge Campus

Organization: College of Design and Engineering

Department: Electrical and Computer Engineering

Employee Referral Eligible: No

Job requisition ID: 32106

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Frequently Asked Questions

🎓What are the key qualifications for this Research Engineer role?

Candidates must have completed MEMS, RF filters, or Si Photonics courses at postgraduate level with an A- or better grade. Require strong hands-on microfabrication experience in cleanrooms, backed by journal publications, 2+ years in MEMS device fabrication and testing, 1+ year in MEMS and Photonics design, proficiency in L-Edit, Lumerical, CST, COMSOL, ANSYS, fluent English, and 1+ first-authored papers in top journals like Nature Communications. Explore research jobs for similar roles or thrive in research roles.

💻What software and tools are required for MEMS and Photonics work?

Strong knowledge in L-Edit for layout, Lumerical for photonics simulation, CST and COMSOL for electromagnetic and multiphysics modeling, and ANSYS for structural analysis is essential. These tools support RF MEMS, Si Photonics, and Photonic Neural Networks design. Check research assistant jobs for tool-specific opportunities.

🔬What are the main responsibilities in this position?

Hands-on work includes designing, simulating, and fabricating Piezoelectric MEMS filters and Si Photonics devices; modeling and testing photonic neural networks (PNN) for human-machine interfaces; writing 1+ research papers for top journals in the first year; and supporting FYP students experiments. Ideal for advancing MEMS fabrication and machine learning in photonics. See excel as a research assistant.

📅When is the application deadline and how to apply?

The posting starts on March 16, 2026, with expiration on May 17, 2026. Apply via the official application link (Job ID: 32106). Prepare CV highlighting MEMS publications and cleanroom experience. Visit free resume template for academic CV tips.

👥Is there any teaching or student supervision involved?

Yes, the role includes supporting and guiding experiments for FYP students, but no formal teaching load. Focus remains on hands-on MEMS fabrication, RF MEMS, and photonics neural networks research. Learn more about higher ed research jobs.

📚What experience level is expected for publications?

For Research Engineer, require more than 1 first-authored international peer-reviewed journal paper in top venues like Nature Communications or Science Advances, demonstrating MEMS and photonics expertise. Build your profile with advice from postdoctoral success tips.

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