Research Fellow (Chemistry)

Nanyang Technological University; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

NTU Singapore's School of Chemistry, Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology invites applications for a Research Fellow in the Nicewicz group to advance sustainable molecular transformations via single-electron redox processes.

The role includes designing novel organic transformations, conducting photochemical and radiochemical studies, supervising students, and contributing to grants and publications in a multidisciplinary setting at NTU.

Qualifications

• PhD in Chemistry or related field.
• Demonstrated expertise in synthetic organic chemistry and hands-on reaction development.
• Experience in photochemistry or radiochemistry is a plus.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and in multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience mentoring or supervising students is advantageous.
• A strong publication record is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize novel organic transformations based on single-electron redox processes.
• Conduct photochemical and radiochemical reaction development, including screening, optimization, and scope studies.
• Investigate reaction mechanisms through experiments, data analysis, and interpretation.
• Supervise and mentor graduate and undergraduate researchers.
• Present findings at group meetings and conferences.
• Prepare research reports and manuscripts for publication.
• Contribute to grant proposals and future funding applications.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure laboratory safety compliance.

Skills

Synthetic organic chemistry

Reaction development

Photochemistry

Scientific mentoring

Data interpretation

Education

PhD in Chemistry or related field

Tools

Photochemistry techniques

Radiochemistry techniques

Mechanistic studies

Job description

School of Chemistry, Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology (CCEB) is an interdisciplinary joint school under College of Engineering and College of Science at NTU Singapore The Nicewicz group at CCEB is seeking to hire a Research Fellow to facilitate research in the development of novel and broadly useful sustainable molecular transformations for the synthesis of complex molecules using single electron redox processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize novel organic transformations and synthetic methodologies based on single-electron redox processes.
• Conduct photochemical and radiochemical reaction development, including reaction screening, optimization, and scope studies.
• Investigate reaction mechanisms through experimental design, data analysis, and interpretation of results.
• Supervise and mentor graduate and undergraduate researchers, providing guidance on research activities and laboratory techniques.
• Present research findings at group meetings, seminars, and scientific conferences.
• Prepare research reports, manuscripts for publication, and other scholarly outputs.
• Contribute to the preparation of grant proposals and future research funding applications.
• Maintain accurate research records and ensure compliance with laboratory safety and regulatory requirements.

Job Requirements

• PhD degree in Chemistry or related field.
• Demonstrated expertise in synthetic organic chemistry and hands‑on experience in reaction development.
• Experience in photochemistry, photocatalysis, radiochemistry, or mechanistic studies would be an advantage.
• Strong written and oral communication skills, with the ability to effectively present scientific data and research findings.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary research environment.
• Experience in mentoring or supervising students and junior researchers would be advantageous.
• Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet project timelines.
• Meticulous, proactive, and capable of developing solutions to complex research challenges.
• A strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals is desirable.

Hiring Institution

NTU A research-intensive public university, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) has 33,000 undergraduate and postgraduate students in the Engineering, Business, Science, Humanities, Arts, & Social Sciences, and Graduate colleges. It also has a medical school, the Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine, established jointly with Imperial College London. NTU is also home to world‑class autonomous institutes - the National Institute of Education, S Rajaratnam School of International Studies, Earth Observatory of Singapore, and Singapore Centre for Environmental Life Sciences Engineering - and various leading research centres such as the Nanyang Environment & Water Research Institute (NEWRI) and Energy Research Institute @ NTU (ERI@N). Ranked amongst the world's top universities by QS, NTU has also been named the world's top young university for the past seven years. The University's main campus is frequently listed among the Top 15 most beautiful university campuses in the world and has 57 Green Mark-certified (equivalent to LEED-certified) buildings, of which 95% is certified Green Mark Platinum. Apart from its main campus, NTU also has a campus in Novena, Singapore's healthcare district. Under the NTU Smart Campus vision, the University harnesses the power of digital technology and tech‑enabled solutions to support better learning and living experiences, the discovery of new knowledge, and the sustainability of resources. For more information, visit www.ntu.edu.sg