Some potential topics are (but not limited to):
(A) For PhD candidates:
Atmospheric and Land Modeling of Atmospheric Compositions
The position focuses on the development and application of Earth System Models (ESMs) to study atmospheric compositions, land-atmosphere interactions, and the global carbon cycle.
The successful candidate will be part of a vibrant research team that integrates satellite remote sensing, field observations, and advanced numerical modeling. While the core mission involves modeling, the specific PhD topic is flexible and will be tailored to the candidate’s past experience and research motivation. Potential research themes include greenhouse gas quantification, transport and chemistry of atmospheric composition, urban air quality modeling, and the application of machine learning to atmospheric science.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
A Master’s or high-honors Bachelor’s degree in Atmospheric Science, Computer Science, Meteorology, Environmental Science, Chemistry, Physics, Geosciences, or a related quantitative field.
Experience with Earth System Models such as WRF or GEOS-Chem.
Strong programming skills (e.g., Python, Fortran, R) and familiarity with Linux-based HPC environments.
A strong interest in biogeochemistry, atmospheric chemistry, or climate modeling.
Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.
Experience of at least one research project that lasted longer than 6 months.
Publications in JCR Q1 journals are preferred (optional).
Application Procedure:
Fill out the Expression of Interest form by April 30, 2026 and explain what required skills are met: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdoariNow0Kz2qhsYOtyT3BVfUgHuDktqaOZfHz1FQ1m-4fPA/viewform?usp=header. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further discussion.
After being shortlisted, you will need to prepare formal application documents including a Statement of Purpose and Research Proposal (approx. 1,500 words for the proposal). Detailed guidelines and document checklists are available at the NUS Geography application portal: https://fass.nus.edu.sg/geog/application/.
(B) For postdocs:
AI and/or modeling of wetland greenhouse gas emissions and climate impacts
Field measurement of Southeast Asia wetlands (emissions, plant species, soil, hydrology, etc)
Automated Uncrewed Aerial Systems (UAS) design for field measurement of wetlands
Other topics related to carbon cycle and atmospheric science that you are strongly motivated to do
(C) For research assistants, Bachelor/Masters students, and visiting students:
Topics in section A above
Global carbon cycle and greenhouse gases (not limited to wetlands, or CO2/CH4), e.g. forest, wildfire, agriculture, landfill
Air quality and atmospheric chemistry, such as urban air quality, wildfire chemistry and its long-range transport
Environmental injustice and human health to air quality
