Project Lead (CO2 capture)

Nanyang Technological University; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Nanyang Technological University (NTU) has a vacancy in NEWRI for a researcher to coordinate pilot-scale projects focused on CO2 sorbent production and water-related research initiatives. The role requires collaboration with principal investigators, experimental design, troubleshooting, and data analysis in a fast-paced environment.

The candidate should hold a Bachelor degree in Chemical Engineering or related field, with proven experience in managing pilot-scale research projects, strong

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree or equivalent in Chemical Engineering or a closely related discipline.
• Extensive experience in managing pilot-scale research projects.
• Good interpersonal skills and teamwork awareness.
• Good writing and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate project execution and communication among collaborating parties.
• Collaborate with PI and Co-I on experimental designs, experiments, troubleshooting and data analysis.
• Upgrade and operate a pilot-scale circulating fluidized bed system.
• Procure and commission a pilot-scale system to produce CO2 sorbents.
• Procure consumables and research equipment.
• Liaise with industry partners, vendors, contractors, university departments and government agencies.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Data analysis

Written communication

Education

Bachelor degree in Chemical Engineering or related discipline

Job description

Globally recognized as a leading research and technology organization, the Nanyang Environment and Water Research Institute (NEWRI) addresses national priorities through its diverse expertise in Biotechnology and Bioprocesses, Membrane Technology, Chemicals and Materials, Resource Recovery, and Modeling & Artificial Intelligence. By harnessing its cross-cutting, interdisciplinary, and transformative capabilities, NEWRI drives innovation in water circularity and sustainability, next-generation solid waste solutions, circular economy resource recovery, climate resilience and digitalization. For more details, please view https://www.ntu.edu.sg/newri.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate the project execution and communication among the collaborating parties.
• Work synergistically with PI and Co-I in experimental designs, conducting experiments, troubleshooting and data analysis.
• Upgrading and operating a pilot-scale circulating fluidized bed system.
• Procure and commission a pilot-scale system to produce CO2 sorbents.
• Procure consumables and research equipment.
• Liaise with industry partners, vendors, contractors, university departments and government agencies.

Job Requirements

• The candidate must have a Bachelor degree or equivalent qualifications specialising in Chemical Engineering or a closely related discipline from an internationally reputable university.
• Extensive experience in managing pilot-scale research projects is required.
• Good interpersonal skills and excellent teamwork awareness.
• Good writing and communication skills.
• Productive, hard-working and dedicated to the completion of any task assigned.

Hiring Institution: NTU A research-intensive public university, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) has 33,000 undergraduate and postgraduate students in the Engineering, Business, Science, Humanities, Arts, & Social Sciences, and Graduate colleges. It also has a medical school, the Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine, established jointly with Imperial College London. NTU is also home to world-class autonomous institutes - the National Institute of Education, S Rajaratnam School of International Studies, Earth Observatory of Singapore, and Singapore Centre for Environmental Life Sciences Engineering - and various leading research centres such as the Nanyang Environment & Water Research Institute (NEWRI) and Energy Research Institute @ NTU (ERI@N). Ranked amongst the world's top universities by QS, NTU has also been named the world's top young university for the past seven years. The University's main campus is frequently listed among the Top 15 most beautiful university campuses in the world and has 57 Green Mark-certified (equivalent to LEED-certified) buildings, of which 95% are certified Green Mark Platinum. Apart from its main campus, NTU also has a campus in Novena, Singapore's healthcare district. Under the NTU Smart Campus vision, the University harnesses the power of digital technology and tech-enabled solutions to support better learning and living experiences, the discovery of new knowledge, and the sustainability of resources. For more information, visit www.ntu.edu.sg

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