Research Fellow (CO2 capture)

Nanyang Technological University Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 56,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

Nanyang Technological University Singapore's NEWRI invites applications for a research-focused role involving full research and administrative duties. The project centers on CO2 sorbents development, incineration ash re-use, and data-driven environmental engineering.

Qualifications

• PhD in chemical/environmental engineering or materials science.
• Experience developing CO2 sorbents, especially calcium-based sorbents for CF beds.
• Knowledge of treatment/re-utilisation of incineration ashes is highly desirable.
• Strong writing and communication skills.
• Good record of peer-reviewed papers is advantageous.
• Experience with proposal and report writing.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate project execution and communication among collaborators.
• Design experiments, perform analyses, troubleshoot, and interpret results.
• Upgrade and operate a pilot-scale circulating fluidized bed system.
• Manage day-to-day operation of reactor apparatus and procure consumables.
• Write and publish research papers and reports.
• Communicate findings to collaborators, funding agencies, and the scientific community.
• Provide training to research staff on project skills.
• Summarise findings and produce progress/final reports and recommendations.

Skills

Data analysis

Experiment design

Scientific writing

Communication skills

Education

PhD in Chemical Engineering

PhD in Environmental Engineering

PhD in Materials Science

Tools

Pilot-scale reactor

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 https://www.ntu.edu.sg/newri.

Key Responsibilities:

The candidate will be undertaking full research work and administrative duties during the term of employment:

• Coordinate the project execution and communication among the collaborating parties.

• Work synergistically with PI and Co-I in experimental designs, conducting experiments, troubleshooting and data analysis.

• Upgrading and operating a pilot-scale circulating fluidized bed system.

• Manage the day-to-day operation of the reactor apparatus.

• Procure consumables and research equipment.

• Write and publish research papers.

• Effectively communicate research findings to collaborators, funding agencies and the scientific community.

• Provide training to research associate/assistant on the relevant skills for the proposed project.

• Summarise the findings in this project and produce the progress reports, final report and scientific recommendations.

Job Requirements:

• At least a PhD degree in Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Materials Science, or a relevant field.

• Experience in developing CO2 sorbents, especially in developing calcium-based CO2 sorbents to be used in circulating fluidized beds.

• Extensive knowledge of treatment and re-utilisation of incineration ashes is highly desired.

• Good writing and communication skills.

• Good record of peer-reviewed papers is advantageous.

• Scientific articles, proposals and reports writing skills are required.

• Good interpersonal skills and 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