You will conduct leading-edge research in the fields of digital signal processing for in-solid acoustic propagation which will be developed for our next-generation human-machine interface STATINA. You will be working as a team and be largely responsible for the investigation of how acoustic waves propagate in solid medium. Utilizing these properties as well as signal processing knowledge, you will work as a team to develop state-of-the-art algorithms for the localization and tracking of moving sources across different mediums so as to operate in-house developed software applications. Secondary job function includes the opportunity to develop soft-skills such as leading Ph.D. students and Research Assistants as well as to drive the research team in developing new algorithms. Specifically we are looking for expertise in these technological areas with the following detailed responsibilities.

A. Vibration Physics

You will be expected to investigate how waves propagate in different solid mediums such as glass, wood and paper. Wave propagation within such materials will be analyzed and their multipath effects will be studied and reported. More specifically, you will investigate how non-homogeneity in mediums affects the wave propagation in solids. You will also be responsible for investigating theories such as acoustical holography. Such theories will aid and support the robustness of source localization and tracking algorithms for human-machine applications. Your contribution in this field will be employed by STATINA’s touch interface. 

B. Research Activities

Other research activities include participating in international conferences, research collaboration with overseas collaborators (Georgia Tech., Northern Illinois University) and local industries (SingHealth, MINDEF), setting up of a demonstration system and generating top-tier publications and research progress reports as required by the National Research Foundation in Singapore.

C. Requirements

1) PhD degree with good honors in Mechanical/ Electrical Engineering/ Physics

2) Excellent track record in terms of publications

3) Strong analytical, mathematical and conceptual abilities

4) Able to work both independently and lead a team of junior researchers

5) Able to commit 2 years of full-time in the project.

To apply: Suitably qualified applicants are invited to send in their application via email. Forms and further explanation detailing the application are obtainable from NTU’s Office of Human Resource website here. Completed application forms with detailed resume, a full list of research publications and statement of interest (cover letter) may be submitted by email to:

Asst. Prof. Andy W. H. Khong
School of Electrical & Electronic Engineering
Nanyang Technological University
50 Nanyang Avenue Singapore 639798
Email: andykhong@ntu.edu.sg
web: www.ntu.edu.sg/home/andykhong

Only short-listed candidates will be notified for interview.
Application closes when the positions are filled.

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