NTRC-Network Technology Research Centre

Nanyang Technological University (NTU) is ranked one of the best science and technology universities in the Asia Pacific region. Network Technology Research Centre (NTRC) is a university-level research centre in NTU. It is renown internationally for its research in optical communication and multimedia networking. More information on the centre and its research can be found at http://www.ntu.edu.sg/ntrc.

NTRC invites suitable candidates to apply for a number of research fellow (with PhD) and research associate (with master degree) appointments. The appointments are for projects in the following areas:

Optical Communications: The work includes research and development of IP over WDM networks; WDM signal monitoring techniques; novel optical network architectures; photonic packet switching technologies; optical network management systems; soliton communication systems.

Fibre-based Devices and Systems: The work spans the development of novel optical components including fiber Bragg gratings (FBGs); fiber lasers; fiber Raman amplifiers; and a range of advanced FBG-based optical components and systems.

Laser Fusion Technologies: The work aims to develop laser fusion technologies for fiber splicing, striping and device packaging applications. Candidates with good experience in mechanical design, process engineering and optics are required.

The candidates must have a good master degree or PhD and must be highly motivated to do research at the forefront of fiber-optic communications and photonic technologies. Research experience in fiber-optic communications as evidenced by excellent research records is highly desirable. The ability to work in a team and good communications skills are desirable.

Remuneration will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. It will range from S$3,150 (approx. US$1,900) to S$4,500 (approx. US$2,700) per month, plus annual performance bonus, and sharing of revenue generated from Intellectual Properties created by the candidate as governed by the university’s Intellectual Properties Policy. The positions are offered for a fixed term of 2 years, and are renewable subject to satisfactory performance.

For preliminary screening, send curriculum vitae and three references (including contact details) by email to Dr. Shum Ping, Director of Network Technology Research Centre, Nanyang Technological University, School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Block S2, Nanyang Avenue, Singapore 639798. Fax: + 65 6792 6894; Tel: +65 6790 5019. Email: epshum@ntu.edu.sg. Application forms will be sent to short-listed candidates.

INTRODUCTION

The Research & Training Programme is an industry sponsorship programme initiated by the Economic Development Board (EDB). Under this programme high-calibre candidates from good universities are sponsored for a 12 to 15 months of On the Job Training at NTRC in Optics.

KEY FEATURES

Candidates sponsored under the Programme would be provided with:

Stipend of S$2,000.00 per month
Medical insurance of up to S$500

For international candidates relocating to Singapore only

Settling in allowance of S$2,500
Airfare of up to S$1,000

Candidates selected for the Programme would be required to serve a 2-year* or 3-year** service period with a Singapore-based company upon completion of the training. The company must be approved by EDB before the candidate accepts the job offer.

* For Singaporeans and Singapore Permanent Residents only

** For non-Singaporeans and non-Singapore Permanent Residents.

SELECTION CRITERIA

Applicants must meet the following criteria in order to be eligible to apply for the Programme:

Hold a good undergraduate degree in Electrical & Electronic Engineering from NUS, NTU or a top overseas university. A postgraduate degree in relevant disciplines would be an advantage.

TRAINING AREA ELIGIBLE FOR RTP SPONSORSHIP

Optics

** Application for RTP Sponsorship is closed

ENQUIRIES

1. For details on training area, please email to emloh@ntu.edu.sg.

2. For further information on the RTP scheme, please refer to the Frequently Asked Questions or contact EDB at RTP@edb.gov.sg.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Q1. I am not a Singapore Citizen or a Permanent Resident, can I apply for the RTP?

All nationalities are eligible to apply for the Programme.

Q2. Will I be able to work during the period of training?

Candidates sponsored under the Programme will not be allowed to work without prior written permission of the EDB.

Q3. Who will look for a job for me?

EDB will try to facilitate job placements for candidates under the Programme with relevant companies in Singapore. The candidates will also be allowed to look for a job in Singapore in areas relevant to their training. However, EDB’s approval is required before the candidate can accept a company’s job offer.

Q4. If I have job offers from EDB’s facilitated companies and from my own job search effort, which offer should I take?

For candidates under the Programme, the job placement facilitated by EDB will take priority and the candidate will be required to accept the EDB facilitated company’s job offer. EDB will facilitate employment opportunities for candidate to jobs in their related field of training to the best of its abilities and subject to current employment conditions.

Q5. What are my chances of being offered a job in Singapore?

As per all employment opportunities, the candidate’s chances of a successful job match depend very much on the fit between the candidate’s training area and relevant experience with the company’s needs. The performance of the candidate at the interview will also affect his/her chances of a successful job match. In addition, the business climate at that point in time will also be an important factor in determining the success rate of being offered a job.

Q6. When will I need to begin employment with the company after I have accepted a job offer?

The candidates under Programme should as soon as practicable upon completion of the training serve the company in its operations in Singapore.