Established in 2010, the Energy Research Institute @ NTU (ERI@N) is a pan-university research institute that focuses on systems-level research for tropical megacities. It performs translational research that covers the energy value chain from generation to innovative end-use solutions, motivated by industrialisation and deployment. ERI@N has multiple Interdisciplinary Research Programmes which focus on translational Research, Development & Deployment which focus on specific area of the energy value chain, and a number of Living labs and Testbeds which facilitate large scale technology deployment enabling validation and demonstration of real-world applications.
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We are looking for a Programme Manager (PM) to assist the ERI@N Management Team to drive a project portfolio on tidal resources. Singapore and the ASEAN region are exploring all forms of energy to achieve a diverse energy portfolio supporting decarbonisation goals. As such, tidal and other ocean energy sources are to be explored and ERI@N is looking to develop a portfolio of activities in this area.
The role of the Programme Manager is to initiate projects in this area and, if successful, build the portfolio towards a new Interdisciplinary Research Programme in tidal and other ocean energy resources.
Key Responsibilities:
The Programme Manager is to assist the ERI@N Management Team in Scientific, Technical and Project Execution matters relating to tidal resources. The Programme Manager will support and / or lead the following activities:
Participate in or lead research and development, demonstration, and deployment projects of innovative energy solutions, that entail research in energy systems and alternative energy sources.
Support the ERI@N Management Team in identifying strategic R&D focus and support technical roadmap development and technology assessments for various tidal energy and ocean resources. Recommend and support in development of strategic capabilities and core competence in targeted areas.
Support joint research and development agreements such as Joint Industry Program, Research Collaboration Agreements with Industry or University partners and related programs.
Manage projects in the group and be the Principal Investigator (PI) of selected research projects to ensure projects are executed to meet the scientific / technical targets.
Provide scientific / technical leadership and mentorship to members of the research group, including relationship management with stakeholders (government agencies, key research partners, NTU Management and industry partners).
Support the research team in take a lead in selected preparation of grant proposals, intellectual property filings, presentations in meetings, scientific conferences; publishing research papers in Journals / conference proceedings as defined in the project scope and agreements.
Scientific activities include:
Develop Tidal Resource Models
Design and implement statistical and machine learning tidal models to predict energy demand, supply, and market trends. Analyse Energy Data
Collect, clean, and interpret large datasets from various sources, and market reports. Monitor and Validate Model Performance
Continuously evaluate data accuracy and refine models to improve reliability and responsiveness. Collaborate with Stakeholders
Work closely with energy planners, engineers, and policy teams to align with operational and strategic goals. Present findings through reports, dashboards, and presentations to technical and non-technical audiences.
Required educational qualification, experience, skills and competencies
Master’s / PhD degree in Engineering or Sciences or a related field
At least 5 years’ experience with a strong research track record in fields of relevance to ERI@N (Artificial Intelligence as applied to power grids, renewables & integration, solar cells, hydrogen & fuel cells, energy storage, energy systems or other energy related applications) would be essential.
Familiarity with both academic and industrial research as well as the funding landscape enabling these research programs is preferred.
Good written and oral communication skills and the ability to communicate with a wide range of individual and professional groups including senior level management in both industry as well as government agencies is required.
Demonstrated leadership in RD&D in energy research as P.I of successful completed multi-million projects/programs; strong publications, or intellectual property track record is preferred.
We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
Hiring Institution: NTU
