The Industrial PhD Programme (IPP) is a joint partnership between the Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB), TUM Asia, and selected sponsoring companies. The programme is designed to cultivate a highly skilled pool of graduates equipped with critical R&D expertise tailored for industry roles. It achieves this by providing PhD candidates with comprehensive training within a corporate R&D environment.
Supported by EDB, the IPP offers grants to companies, empowering them to nurture talent with specialized R&D skill sets crucial for their respective industries. As an academic partner of the IPP, TUM Asia collaborates with these approved companies to deliver a well-rounded research and training experience.
Eligibility Criteria
- Applicants must be Singapore Citizens or Permanent Residents
- Applicants must have graduated with a master’s degree from a recognised university
Training
- To obtain a post-doctorate degree within 4 years
- The company will provide the project (supported by TUM Asia) and assist in supervising the student
- The trainee is required to dedicate at least 50% of their time to the company project, working within the company’s facilities
Bond
What Shortlisted Candidates Can Expect
Salary support provided by EDB, up to SGD 3,300* per month.
*CPF contribution will be computed separately, based on the salary given.
However, the actual salary may be higher/lower than SGD 3,300, and this is up to the company to negotiate with the trainee. All other costs related to the IPP project and IPP trainee incurred expenses such as equipment, travel, conferences, publications will be subject to company’s agreement. At the end of the project, candidate will be conferred his post-doctorate status.
Application Information
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, please note that the details are accurate as of 19 August 2016.
To apply or for more details, kindly email your application to exd@tum-asia.edu.sg.
Applications should include an updated resume, cover letter, and a recent coloured photograph.
