R&D Chemist (PhD) — Waste Treatment & Recovery Innovator

THE SUPREME HR ADVISORY PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 56,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

THE SUPREME HR ADVISORY PTE. LTD. is seeking an R&D Specialist in Singapore to develop and optimize treatment and handling processes for waste streams, driving resource recovery and sustainability.

You will collaborate with Sales, Marketing, and Operations to identify opportunities and support pilot trials. The role requires a PhD in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering with 5+ years of relevant experience, and a strong laboratory capability.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering with 5+ years in specialty chemical manufacturing/oil & gas/wastewater.
• Experience in developing and optimizing waste treatment processes.
• Strong lab skills and ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop, evaluate, and optimize treatment and handling processes for existing, new, and unknown waste streams, ensuring technical feasibility and cost-effectiveness.
• Design and implement resource recovery processes from waste streams to enhance sustainability and value creation.
• Work closely with Sales, Marketing, and Operations teams to understand waste sources, identify treatment and recovery opportunities, support commercialization, and execute pilot trials.
• Identify, assess, and implement new technologies and processes, including collaboration with external partners (universities, research institutes, and technology providers).
• Establish and continuously improve laboratory capabilities, including process development and analytical methods to support R&D activities.
• Drive continuous improvement of existing operations through process optimization and introduction of alternative treatment methods.
• Ensure compliance with internal procedures, documentation standards, and all safety, health, and environmental requirements; maintain proper laboratory housekeeping.
• Support evaluation and development of handling procedures for high-risk and high-value waste streams.
• Contribute to new business development, including identifying opportunities, supporting new projects, and participating in facility planning and operations.
• Stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies and proactively introduce relevant innovations into the company.

Skills

Waste treatment

Process optimization

Laboratory methods

Analytical chemistry

Team collaboration

Education

Ph.D in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering

Job description

THE SUPREME HR ADVISORY PTE. LTD. is seeking an R&D Specialist in Singapore to develop and optimize treatment and handling processes for waste streams, driving resource recovery and sustainability.

You will collaborate with Sales, Marketing, and Operations to identify opportunities and support pilot trials. The role requires a PhD in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering with 5+ years of relevant experience, and a strong laboratory capability.