Research Fellow – Business, Communications & STEM

About the role

The Research Centre for Residue and Toxic Industrial Waste Management (TREASURES) at NTU is looking for a dynamic Research Fellow to support its business, communications and STEM activities. The role combines operational management, strategic coordination and external communications to enhance the Centre’s impact.

Key responsibilities

• Monitor and coordinate financial and administrative processes, including budget tracking, procurement, contracts and asset management.
• Assist the Centre Co‑Director with strategic priorities, meeting preparation, stakeholder engagement and travel logistics.
• Develop and maintain the Centre’s digital presence, website content, research highlights, news, events and milestones.
• Coordinate governance and secretariat functions for committees, advisory boards and strategic meetings, preparing agendas, briefing materials and action tracking.
• Prepare, analyse and consolidate management reports, presentations and briefing papers for decision‑making and institutional reporting.
• Identify and implement process‑improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and research impact.
• Manage confidential information, industry data and research documentation in line with governance standards.
• Support grant and research funding activities by compiling administrative, financial and technical inputs for applications and progress reports.

Required profile

• PhD in Business, Communications, STEM or a related discipline from a recognised institution.
• 3–4 years of relevant experience in a fast‑paced or complex organisation, preferably within a university or research institute.
• Strong organisational, time‑management and written communication abilities.

Required skills

• Website content management
• Microsoft Office suite