Research Assistant (NMPs)

Nanyang Technological University Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Nanyang Technological University Singapore is seeking a Research Assistant to support a project on novel approaches for nano-microplastics (NMPs) characterization in water systems in Singapore. The role focuses on detecting nano-microplastics and helping establish standard methods for their detection in Singapore.

Responsibilities include designing experiments with RFs and PIs, conducting measurements, handling on-site sampling, and processing data.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in analytical chemistry, environmental engineering, chemistry or a relevant field.

Responsibilities

• Assist the PI and Co-PIs in experimental designs, conducting experiments and troubleshooting.
• Perform on-site sampling of nano-microplastics in different water sources.
• Operate instruments such as LDlR, Raman, TGA and Py-GCMS.
• Process and analyze data from the instruments.
• Summarize findings and produce progress and final reports.

Skills

Analytical chemistry operations

Data analysis

Report writing

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in analytical chemistry, environmental engineering, chemistry or related field

Tools

LDIR

Raman spectroscopy

TGA

Py-GCMS

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