You are responsible for enhancing soldiers' physical and combat performance and minimising musculoskeletal injuries.

- Initiate and coordinate research and development (R&D) efforts - Assist with the translation of research findings into practical applications - Adopt new technologies and revise existing training standards, procedures, directives, and policies - Enhance heat resilience in soldiers - Design and develop programmes to physically prepare soldiers for training Challenge(s) - Enhancing heat resilience in the face of environmental heat stress exacerbated by rapid climate change - Preventing musculoskeletal injuries through effective physical preparation programmes - Translating research findings into practical, implementable solutions

- Education in Exercise Sciences, preferably a Masters in Human Research/Exercise Physiology - At least 6 years of work experience in performance sports - Past experience in heat-related research is advantageous - Intermediate knowledge and understanding of biostatistics - Knowledge of prevalent health and safety legislation - Good communication and time management skills - Ability to mentor or coach a junior scientist Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

The mission of MINDEF and the Singapore Armed Forces is to enhance Singapore's peace and security through deterrence and diplomacy, and should these fail, to secure a swift and decisive victory over the aggressor. The Defence Executive Officer (DXO) scheme is the non-uniformed career scheme of MINDEF that offers myriad opportunities in various job functions, such as corporate communications, cyber security, data analytics and visualisation, defence policy, finance, HR, psychology, and more. Embodying the same level of commitment towards defence, DXOs work together with their military counterparts to contribute to MINDEF/SAF’s mission and ensure Singapore's security and stability. United by this common cause, our lines of defence complement each other to secure the prosperity and progress of our nation.