Postdoctoral Researcher

100%, Singapore, fixed-term

The Singapore-ETH Centre was established in 2010 by ETH Zurich - The Swiss Federal Institute of Technology and Singapore’s National Research Foundation (NRF), as part of the NRF’s CREATE campus. As ETH Zurich’s only research centre outside of Switzerland, the centre has strengthened the research capacity of ETH Zurich to develop sustainable solutions to global challenges in Switzerland, Singapore and the surrounding regions.

Set in Asia, in a rapidly urbanising region, the Singapore-ETH Centre aims to provide practical solutions to some of the most pressing challenges on urban sustainability, resilience and health through its programmes: Future Cities Lab Global (FCL Global) and Future Health Technologies (FHT) .

The centre serves as an intellectual hub for research, bringing together principal investigators and researchers from diverse disciplines and backgrounds. To promote the exchange of ideas and expertise, our researchers actively collaborate with universities and research institutes and engage with industry and government agencies to translate knowledge to practical solutions to real-world problems.

Project background

FHT2 is an NRF-CREATE programme co-funded by the National Research Foundation (NRF), ETH Zurich, and NHG-NTU, and represents the second phase of the FHT initiative launched in 2020. The programme brings together psychologists, neuroscientists, computer scientists, engineers and clinicians to develop next-generation digital health solutions.

The postdoctoral researcher will join the Monitoring and Supporting Cognitive Health in the Community project. This project focuses on the development and deployment of an AI-powered mobile platform designed to assess, monitor, and support cognitive health during real-world navigation. The platform integrates cognitive and navigation assessments, smartphone sensor data, and AI-driven conversational agents to detect early signs of cognitive impairment, deliver personalised support, and promote ageing in place. The project is closely aligned with Healthier SG and the Action Plan for Successful Ageing, with clear pathways for translation through partnerships with organisations in Singapore.

Job description

The successful postdoctoral researcher will play a central role in the scientific leadership, coordination, and execution of the project. Working within a highly multidisciplinary team of psychologists, neuroscientists, computer scientists, clinicians, and data scientists across the Singapore-ETH Centre (SEC), the National University of Singapore (NUS), and Nanyang Technological University (NTU), the postdoc will be expected to actively lead and coordinate interactions between institutions, research streams, and external stakeholders.

Key responsibilities include leading and supporting empirical studies in community and clinical settings, coordinating data collection and analysis across multiple modalities (behavioural, cognitive, sensor-based, and clinical), and contributing to the iterative development and validation of the mobile platform. The postdoc will play a major role in preparing ethics applications, research collaboration agreements, study protocols, and regulatory documentation, as well as liaising with clinicians, community partners, and government-linked organisations in Singapore.

In addition to research leadership, the postdoctoral fellow will contribute to team supervision and mentoring of PhD candidates, Master’s students, and research assistants. The role also involves active participation in manuscript preparation, conference presentations and grant reporting. Given the translational ambition of the project, the position requires a high degree of professional maturity, excellent communication skills, and the ability to represent the project confidently in discussions with academic, clinical, and policy stakeholders, laying the groundwork for the future deployment of the platform within Singapore’s health and ageing ecosystem.

Profile

• Applicants must hold a PhD in Psychology or a closely related discipline (e.g., Cognitive Neuroscience, Health Sciences, Computer/Data Science, or Health Technologies) and demonstrate strong expertise in empirical research, quantitative methods, and data driven analysis
• The successful candidate is expected to possess good programming skills and demonstrable interest or experience in human computer interaction
• Experience working with mobile technologies, digital health tools, or AI enabled platforms is highly desirable, especially in the context of spatial cognition, navigation, or related cognitive domains
• Prior exposure to interdisciplinary research environments involving psychology, neuroscience, or clinical applications is valued
• The successful candidate will also possess strong organisational and problem solving skills, scientific independence, and the capacity to coordinate activities across multiple teams and institutions
• The position carries significant responsibility for day to day project operations, requiring professional maturity, initiative, and sound judgement
• Excellent written and spoken English and the ability to engage constructively with researchers, clinicians, and external stakeholders are essential
• Capacity of speak multiple languages in the context of Singapore will also be considered highly desirable. The candidate should be comfortable working in an international, multidisciplinary environment and will contribute actively to the supervision and mentoring of junior researchers

Workplace

We offer

• Accredited with 5 Tripartite Standards by Tripartite Alliance for Fair & Progressive Employment Practices (TAFEP) Singapore
• A diverse workplace with 32 nationalities, offering ample opportunities for mutual learning
• Positive and inclusive working environment
• 25 days of annual leave for fixed-term contracts
• 1 day of Birthday Leave
• Annual dental benefits
• Committed to being a supportive employer as you prioritize your physical and mental wellness
• Comprehensive healthcare insurance coverage
• Flexible hybrid work arrangement (up to 2 days per week from home)
• Abundant networking opportunities across various disciplines
• Accredited with NS mark certification

The Singapore-ETH Centre is an equal opportunity and family-friendly employer. All candidates will be evaluated on their merits and qualifications, without regards to gender, race, age or religion.

Working, teaching and research at Singapore-ETH Centre

We value diversity and sustainability

In line with our values , ETH Zurich encourages an inclusive culture. We promote equality of opportunity, value diversity and nurture a working and learning environment in which the rights and dignity of all our staff and students are respected. Visit our Equal Opportunities and Diversity website to find out how we ensure a fair and open environment that allows everyone to grow and flourish. Sustainability is a core value for us - we are consistently working towards a climate-neutral future .

Curious? So are we.

We look forward to receiving your online application with the following documents:

• A cover letter with a specific statement of your motivation for the project
• Your CV including the name and contact information of 3 references
• A copy of your university transcripts as PDFs.

Work location: 1 Create Way, CREATE Tower, Singapore 138602 (NUS University Town). Duration: Full-Time position (Contract)

Further information about The Singapore-ETH Centre can be found on our website . Questions regarding the position should be directed to Professor Dr. Victor Roger Schinazi (Bond University) vschinazbond.edu.au.

Please note that we exclusively accept applications submitted through our online application portal. Applications via email or postal services will not be considered.

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The Singapore-ETH Centre provides a multicultural and interdisciplinary environment to researchers working on diverse themes focussed on sustainable and liveable cities, resilient urban systems, and patient-centric healthcare. The centre is home to a community of over 100 doctoral, postdoctoral and professorial researchers working in three main programmes: Future Cities Laboratory, Future Resilient Systems, and Future Health Technologies.