Research Fellow (Electroorganic Synthesis)

Nanyang Technological University; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The School of Chemistry, Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology (CCEB) at NTU Singapore invites applications for a Research Fellow in Organic Electrosynthesis to advance heterogeneous nanocatalysts for sustainable organic synthesis and to elucidate reaction pathways and active site mechanisms.

The successful candidate will design, synthesize, and characterize nanomaterials, conduct electrochemical experiments (CV, LSV, chronoamperometry), analyze data, draft high-impact manuscripts, and mentor

Qualifications

• PhD in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, or a related field.
• Expertise in heterogeneous catalyst synthesis and nanomaterial chemistry.
• Experience with organic electrosynthesis/electrochemistry.
• Strong publication record and communication skills.
• Experience with in-situ/operando spectroscopy is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Synthesize, functionalize, and optimize novel heterogeneous nanocatalysts tailored for organic electrosynthetic reactions.
• Characterize nanocatalysts using XRD, XPS, TEM/SEM, FTIR, Raman, NMR, and BET.
• Design, execute, troubleshoot, and optimize electrochemical experiments (CV, LSV, chronoamperometry, controlled-potential electrolysis).
• Elucidate reaction pathways and active site structures in electrosynthetic processes.
• Analyze data, monitor milestones, and present findings to collaborators and funding agencies.
• Draft manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals and contribute to patent applications where applicable.
• Mentor undergraduate and graduate researchers and ensure laboratory safety.

Skills

Heterogeneous catalysts

Nanomaterial chemistry

Electrochemistry

Materials characterization

In-situ/operando

Mentorship

Education

PhD in Chemistry

PhD in Chemical Engineering

Tools

XRD

XPS

TEM/SEM

FTIR

Raman

NMR

GC-MS

HPLC

EDX

Job description

The School of Chemistry, Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology (CCEB) invites applications for the position of Research Fellow for Organic Electrosynthesis. This position supports the development of advanced heterogeneous nanocatalysts for organic electrosynthesis. The role focuses on designing, synthesizing, and characterizing novel nanomaterials to drive efficient electrocatalytic transformations for sustainable organic chemical synthesis, alongside elucidating reaction pathways and active site mechanisms. The Research Fellow will take on a significant role in designing electrocatalysts, executing electrochemical experiments, leading advanced material characterizations, drafting high-impact research manuscripts, and providing day-to-day guidance to undergraduate and graduate research students.

Key Responsibilities:

• Synthesize, functionalize, and optimize novel heterogeneous nanocatalysts tailored for organic electrosynthetic reactions.
• Conduct comprehensive physical and chemical characterization of nanocatalysts using analytical techniques such as XRD, XPS, TEM/SEM, FTIR, Raman, NMR, and BET.
• Design, execute, troubleshoot, and optimize electrocatalytic experiments (e.g., CV, LSV, chronoamperometry, controlled-potential electrolysis) to evaluate catalytic performance, selectivity, and stability.
• Elucidate reaction pathways, active site structures, and structure-property relationships in organic electrosynthetic processes.
• Analyze technical data, monitor project deliverables, prepare progress reports, and present research findings to collaborators and funding agencies.
• Draft scientific manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals and contribute to patent applications where applicable.
• Support laboratory safety compliance, equipment maintenance, and provide guidance and mentorship to undergraduate and graduate research students.

Job Requirements:

• Ph.D. in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong expertise in heterogeneous catalyst synthesis, nanomaterial chemistry, and organic electrosynthesis/electrochemistry.
• Hands-on proficiency in electrochemical techniques and material characterization tools, including XRD, XPS, TEM, SEM, EDX, NMR, GC-MS, and HPLC.
• Demonstrated ability to design and troubleshoot complex experimental setups, analyze research data, and work independently.
• Strong publication record in reputable peer-reviewed journals, with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with in-situ/operando spectroscopy techniques is an advantage.
• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills, with experience mentoring junior researchers.
• Proven ability to manage multiple research projects concurrently, meet project milestones, and adhere to laboratory safety requirements.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

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% are 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.

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