Study Subject: Biomimicry, Cognitive Science, Cyber Security, Microsystems Technologies, Computational Photography
Employer: Nanyang Technological University
Level: Postdoctoral
Fellowship Description: The Nanyang Technological University (NTU) invites outstanding researchers with a PhD degree in science and technology to apply for the prestigious TRF awards.
Key Features
The TRF scheme provides selected young and promising scientists to conduct and lead research that is relevant to defence in Singapore/NTU.
It offers:
* independence to pursue a research career in Singapore
* a 3 year research grant with an option to renew up to 3 years
* attractive and competitive remuneration
* possible conversion to tenure-track academic appointment with NTU at the end of the TRF
Research Areas
The TRF-RF may conduct research at Temasek Laboratories or other research entity at NTU. The research areas for TRF 2010 are provided below:
* Biomimicry
* Cognitive Science
* Cyber Security
* Microsystems Technologies
* Computational Photography
Candidates with relevant post-doctoral experience in the above research areas and are prepared to lead a research project as Principal Investigator are encouraged to apply. Other fundamental areas of science or technology, where a breakthrough would be of interest to defence and security, will also be considered.
Eligibility
Outstanding scientists and researchers with a Ph.D degree in the relevant discipline of science or technology from a reputable university, are eligible to apply for the TRF.
Research project proposals which are already funded by other agencies or being considered for funding by other agencies are not eligible for funding under the TRF Scheme. The TRF-RF shall not apply for other funding support, unless approval has been given by the TRF funding agency.
Fellowship Application Deadline: 11 Jan 2011.
Fellowship Information and Application
http://www3.ntu.edu.sg/trf/index_trf.html
