National Environment Agency

Senior Research Scientist/Research Scientist (Climate Projections and Extremes)

Fixed Terms

Closing on 06 Nov 2025

What the role is

The Centre for Climate Research Singapore (CCRS) is a division of the Meteorological Service Singapore (MSS). At CCRS, our mission is to advance scientific understanding of tropical climate variability and change and its associated weather systems affecting Singapore and the wider Southeast Asia region, so that the knowledge and expertise can benefit decision makers and the community. Our vision is to be a world leading centre in tropical climate and weather research focusing on the Southeast Asia region.

CCRS is offering an exciting job opportunity for a scientist with a strong background in AI/ML and its application to climate, as well as good knowledge of climate variability and change in the tropics with focus on Southeast Asia. As part of the Department of Climate Research (DCR), the Climate Projections and Extremes Branch (CPEB) focuses on climate processes relevant to Singapore and the Southeast Asian region and developing next generation high resolution regional climate change projections for its stakeholders.

A core component of the work is the application of AI/ML methods for climate and climate change time scales, especially as part of the new AI-based production of high-resolution regional climate change projections.

We are therefore seeking an experienced scientist with a strong background in the application of AI/ML in climate science as well as an understanding of climate variability and change (especially for tropical regions such as Southeast Asia).

What you will be working on

The job scope will include but not limited to the following:

Implement AI/ML methods on our HPC system; train the AI/ML models and test their capabilities
Benchmarking of climate and downscaling AI/ML models for use in climate projections
Contribute to the analysis of climate simulations using both standard as well as ML methods
Contribute to research on climate variability and change (including tropical processes) as guided by the BH and HOD
Contribute to CPE Branch strategic planning through contributions to annual work plans, end of year reports, regular meetings with BH CPE Branch and other relevant staff.
Contribute to support, nurture and developing of other scientists in the CPE Branch, regarding AI/ML applications.
Contribute to effective stakeholder engagement

What we are looking for

The job might be for you if you possess the following:

PhD/MSc degree in computer science, physical sciences and research experience in application of AI in climate, atmospheric/oceanic science, or meteorology
High proficiency in scientific computing, especially PYTHON, with experience applying AI/ML libraries
Experience working on HPC systems (linux, bash, CDO, etc)
Experience in publishing articles in peer-reviewed journals
Versatile and creative verbal and written communication skills, able to communicate detailed technical/ scientific information into easily understood, engaging, influential and informative article/programme to a broad audience
Ability to work effectively to deadlines on individual projects and as part of a diverse team.
Interest and passion to deliver relevant R&D for societal benefits.
Ability to network effectively with the local and international research community.
Ability to engage and communicate with scientists and stakeholders from diverse communities.

Please send in samples of past work, clearly stating the areas of your involvement.

As part of the shortlisting process for this role, you may be required to complete a medical declaration and/or undergo further assessment.

About your application process

This job is closing on 06 Nov 2025.

If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the job ad closing date, we seek your understanding that it is likely that we are not moving forward with your application for this role. We thank you for your interest and would like to assure you that this does not affect your other job applications with the Public Service. We encourage you to explore and apply for other roles within National Environment Agency or the wider Public Service.

About National Environment Agency

The National Environment Agency (NEA) is the leading public organisation responsible for ensuring a clean and sustainable environment for Singapore. Its key roles are to improve and sustain a clean environment, promote sustainability and resource efficiency, maintain high public health standards, provide timely and reliable meteorological information, and encourage a vibrant hawker culture. NEA works closely with its partners and the community to develop and spearhead environmental and public health initiatives and programmes. It is committed to motivating every individual to care for the environment as a way of life, in order to build a liveable and sustainable Singapore for present and future generations. For more information, visit www.nea.gov.sg

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