Research Associate

We are looking for a highly motivated candidate for the position of Research Associate in atomistic/molecular dynamics modelling of lubricant films.

The research project is computational based and will focus on the atomistic modelling of

• Lubricant and diamond-like carbon used in hard disk drives

The successful candidate will be awarded with a competitive renumeration package based on his/her work experience.

• The contract is tenable for one year in the first instance and is renewable subject to good progress.

Requirements:

• A good Masters degree in mechanical engineering, materials engineering, or computational physics from a reputable university.
• Proficient in at least one of the following major programming languages: C/C++ or FORTRAN
• Strong quantitative skills.
• Work independently.

For more information about the research project, please email me at chwong(at)ntu.edu.sg with your CV and transcripts.

Note that shortlisting process will begin immediately until position is filled.

 

 

 

Ph.D. Students

If you are interested in any of the following areas please feel free to send your CV to chwong(at)ntu.edu.sg.

• molecular dynamics simulation of nano-materials
• nano-mechanics
• carbon nanotubes / carbon nanotube bundles
• nano drug delivery
• glassy metals
• lubricant dynamics
• hard disk drive head-disk interface
• thermal protrusion in hard disk drive
• thermal flying-height control slider in hard disk drive