Lead Scientist, Powder Flow Forming & Ceramics

A*STAR - Agency for Science, Technology and Research; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A*STAR - Agency for Science, Technology and Research, SIMTech's MCF group is seeking a motivated research scientist to lead powder flow forming projects and guide junior staff in a dynamic, cross-disciplinary setting.

You will design and optimize slurry forming experiments, refine heat-treatment steps, and apply SEM, XRD and mechanical testing to characterize materials for semiconductor, automotive and biomedical applications.

Qualifications

• PhD required in Materials Science and Engineering or related discipline; final-year candidates may apply.
• Minimum 3 years of research experience in metal or ceramic forming related work.
• Strong expertise in slurry forming processes (gel casting, tape casting, slip casting, etc.) and sintering techniques.
• Excellent hands-on skills in slurry forming and characterizations (metallurgical sample prep, microscopy, mechanical testing).
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform R&D work on powder-based slurry forming technologies (tape casting, slip casting, gel casting, screen printing, sinter-based AM).
• Design experiments and optimize heat treatment for debinding, sintering and densification.
• Apply advanced material analysis methods (SEM, EDX, XRD, mechanical testing) for microstructure and properties.
• Develop materials and processes for new slurry forming technologies and applications.
• Document findings in journals, internal reports, or patents; manage timelines and budgets.
• Collaborate with industry partners and academic institutions on joint projects.
• Mentor and develop junior team members; ensure safety and quality in labs and pilot scales.

Skills

Slurry forming

Mechanical testing

Metallurgical prep

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Education

PhD in Materials Science and Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AI in manufacturing

Job description

A*STAR - Agency for Science, Technology and Research, SIMTech's MCF group is seeking a motivated research scientist to lead powder flow forming projects and guide junior staff in a dynamic, cross-disciplinary setting.

You will design and optimize slurry forming experiments, refine heat-treatment steps, and apply SEM, XRD and mechanical testing to characterize materials for semiconductor, automotive and biomedical applications.