aimlroles

Research Engineer I (Miniaturizing Particle Accelerators for X-Ray Generation)

Ntu Open · verified Oct 22, 2026
NTU Main Campus Full-time Mid-level AI Research

At a glance

Mid-level AI Research role at Ntu. NTU Main Campus · full-time.

Pay not stated Research Engineer salary

RoleAI Research
SeniorityMid-level
LocationNTU Main Campus
EmploymentFull-time
PostedMar 13, 2026 · 7mo ago
Role brief

aimlroles summary, based on the employer's posting.

What you'll do

  • Investigate new effects and uses arising from shrinking particle accelerators and X-ray sources
  • Study how electrons and photons interact with emerging materials and nanostructures
  • Write research papers on nanophotonics and quantum physics
  • Help guide undergraduate students in their research work

What you bring

  • A bachelor’s degree in physics, engineering, mathematics or a related discipline
  • Strong academic performance and a clear interest in continued learning
  • Excellent spoken and written English, with enthusiasm for fundamental research and discovering new physics
  • Self-direction and productivity in solo work and collaboration

Who this fits

This role suits someone keen to pursue fundamental research on compact particle accelerators and X-ray sources. It is based at NTU’s main campus in Singapore. Prior research on related topics is an advantage.

From the employer

School of Electrical & Electronic Engineering (EEE) is seeking a research engineer (RE) passionate about spearheading the discovery of new physics in emerging materials, especially pertaining to the development of compact, high-brightness X-ray sources. In particular, the RE will explore techniques to miniaturize particle accelerators in free-electron-driven X-ray sources. Our objective is to realize features currently available only in large scale X-ray facilities in a table-top setup. Compact, high quality X-ray sources have potential applications in industrial inspection, medical imaging and treatment, forensics, security inspection, and would also have a transformative impact on fundamental science (where X-rays have been responsible for >25 Nobel Prizes in Physics, Chemistry and Physiology/Medicine). Our research takes place at the boundary of quantum optics, particle waveshaping and nanomaterials. Read more about our work at our group website https://sites.google.com/view/ljwgroup.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Discover new phenomena and develop new applications pertaining to the miniaturization of particle accelerators and X-ray sources

  • Assist in fundamental research on electron-photon interactions in emerging materials and nanostructures

  • Publish in world-class journals on topics related to nanophotonics and quantum physics

  • Assist in supervision of undergraduate students

Job Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s in physics, engineering, mathematics or related field

  • Excellent English verbal/written communication skills

  • Strong academic credentials and keenness to keep learning

  • Passion for fundamental research and discovering new physics

  • Highly productive and self-motivated in both independent work as well as teamwork

  • Prior research experience on related topics is a bonus

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Hiring Institution: NTU