Research Assistant, Nano-Microplastics & Water Analytics

Nanyang Technological University Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The Nanyang Environment and Water Research Institute (NEWRI) at NTU invites applications for a Research Assistant to support the NMPWaterSG project. You will help detect nano-microplastics, develop standard methods for detection in Singapore, and contribute to data collection and reporting.

You will operate advanced instruments (TGA, Py-GCMS, LDIR, Raman) and assist in summarizing findings for progress and final reports, collaborating with PIs and RFs to drive impactful water research.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or equivalent degree in analytical chemistry, environmental engineering, chemistry, or a related field.
• Strong hands-on experience with analytical testing and instrumentation.
• Knowledge of analytical techniques used for nano-microplastics is a plus.
• Excellent report writing and communication skills.
• Strong teamwork and responsibility for research tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist in experimental design and execution for nano-microplastics characterization.
• Follow experimental protocols and perform on-site sampling.
• Operate instruments including LDIR, Raman, TGA, and Py-GCMS.
• Process data and contribute to reports and scientific recommendations.
• Collaborate with PI/Co-PIs and RFs; participate in progress and final reports.

Skills

Analytical chemistry

Analytical testing

Interpersonal skills

Report writing

Communication skills

Teamwork

Motivation & dedication

Education

B.Eng./B.Sc. in analytical chemistry or environmental engineering or chemistry

Tools

LDIR spectroscopy

Raman spectroscopy

TGA

Py-GCMS

Analytical instruments

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 NEWRI website.

We are looking for a Research Assistant to support the research for the project titled: Novel approaches for nano-microplastics (NMPs) characterization in water systems in Singapore – NMPWaterSG. The role will focus on detecting nano-microplastics and contribute to establishing standard methods for detecting nano-microplastics in Singapore.

Key Responsibilities

• Work synergistically with the RFs and assist the PI and Co-PIs in experimental designs, conducting experiments, and troubleshooting.
• Understand and follow the experimental protocols.
• Perform experiments on on-site sampling of nano-microplastics in different water sources.
• Operate instruments such as tubular furnace, muffle furnace, laser direct infrared (LDIR), Raman, thermogravimetric analysis (TGA) and pyrolysis–gas chromatography–mass spectrometry (Py-GCMS).
• Process and analyze the data from the instruments
• Assist in summarizing the findings in this project and produce the progress reports, final report and scientific recommendations.
  
  

Job Requirements

• B.Eng./B.Sc. in analytical chemistry, environmental engineering, chemistry or a relevant field.
• Good analytical chemistry experimental operation skills, especially analytical testing.
• Extensive knowledge of chemistry and analytical techniques.
• High motivation and strong responsibility for research and development.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Good report writing and communication skills.
• Excellent teamwork awareness.
• Productive, hard-working and dedicated to the completion of any task assigned.
  
  

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.


Hiring Institution: NTU