Research Associate (Carbon Materials Enhanced Concrete)

Nanyang Technological University; Singapore; On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative research lab is seeking a Research Associate to contribute to cutting-edge projects focused on carbon-enhanced concrete materials. This role offers the opportunity to engage in impactful research that aligns with sustainable development goals. The ideal candidate will possess a Master's degree in material science or a related field, along with a strong publication record and hands-on experience in advanced concrete materials. Join a forward-thinking team dedicated to pioneering sustainable solutions in construction and materials science.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required with research experience in material science or related fields.
• Extensive knowledge of carbon material enhanced concrete is essential.
• Hands-on experience with relevant analytical techniques is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on carbon material enhanced concretes for large-scale applications.
• In charge of testing advanced concrete materials developed.
• Perform cost-benefit and LCA analysis of developed materials.

Skills

Material Science

Civil Engineering

Chemical Engineering

Research Experience

Analytical Techniques

Experimental Skills

Paper Writing

Education

Master's Degree in Material Science

Master's Degree in Civil Engineering

Master's Degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Nano and Microstructural Analysis Tools

Mechanical Testing Equipment

Thermal Conductivity Testing Tools

Electrical Conductivity Testing Tools

Job description

The Exxon Mobil-NTU-A*Star Corp Lab is one of the large-scale research programs housed under the Energy Research Institute @ NTU (ERI@N), which focuses on large-scale applications of carbon in concrete. The EM- NTU – A*Star Corp Lab is closely related to the University’s mission to be a global leader in sustainable development and peak of excellence in sustainable earth. The Corp Lab is currently hiring for a Research Associate to join the exciting research project.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct research on carbon material enhanced concretes with various forms of carbon. The developed materials must be demonstrated in suitable large-scale applications.

• In charge of testing of all relevant aspects of advanced concrete material developed

• Conduct cost-benefit and LCA analysis of the material developed

• Opportunity to interact/collaborate with other colleagues within PI’s group. The topics currently are actively pursed in the group include self-healing material, self-sensing material, sustainable cementless material with regional waste/by-products, 3D printable concrete material, low carbon footprint concrete with carbon materials from different sources and their structural applications.

Job Requirements:

• Master’s degree from a renowned university in material science, civil, chemical engineering or related fields with relevant research experience/expertise and strong journal publication record.

• Extensive knowledge on carbon material enhanced concrete/geopolymer material

• Familiar with relevant analytical and experimental technique/skills, hands-on experience as well as solid theoretical background; excellent paper/report writing skills.

• Have relevant experiment skills such as nano and/or microstructural based material tailoring, novel and sustainable concrete development, geopolymer or other green cement, mechanical testing, thermal and/or electrical conductivity testing, and material chemical and micro-structural analysis.

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

Hiring Institution: NTU