Research Associate: Carbon-Enhanced Concrete Materials

Nanyang Technological University Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 55,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

NTU Singapore's Energy Research Institute @ NTU (ERI@N) seeks a Research Associate to advance carbon-enhanced concrete materials. The role emphasizes experimental development, material testing, and life-cycle assessment within a multi-disciplinary team.

Applicants should hold a Masters in materials science, civil or chemical engineering, with strong publication records and hands-on expertise in concrete materials and carbon-based additives.

Qualifications

• Master's degree with relevant research experience and strong journal record.
• Experience in carbon materials or cementitious composites is preferred.
• Hands-on experimental skills across microstructure and material testing.
• Excellent paper or report writing and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop carbon-enhanced concrete materials for the project.
• Test all aspects of the advanced concrete material developed.
• Conduct cost-benefit and life-cycle analysis of the material.
• Collaborate with PI group on self-healing/self-sensing materials themes.

Skills

Nano/microstructure analysis

Microstructure tailoring

Geopolymer cement

Mechanical testing

Thermal conductivity testing

Electrical conductivity testing

Material analysis

Scientific writing

Education

Master's degree in materials science / civil / chemical engineering

Job description

NTU Singapore's Energy Research Institute @ NTU (ERI@N) seeks a Research Associate to advance carbon-enhanced concrete materials. The role emphasizes experimental development, material testing, and life-cycle assessment within a multi-disciplinary team.

Applicants should hold a Masters in materials science, civil or chemical engineering, with strong publication records and hands-on expertise in concrete materials and carbon-based additives.