Research Fellow (Environmental/Chemical Engineering with focus on LCA and LCC analysis)

Nanyang Technological University; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in Singapore is seeking a Research Fellow to focus on life cycle assessment within a multidisciplinary sustainability program. The successful candidate will design and conduct LCAs, compile environmental data, and collaborate with researchers and industry partners to integrate sustainability metrics into process design. A PhD in a related field and experience with LCA tools and methodologies is required.

Qualifications

• PhD in Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Sustainability Science, or related field is required.
• Experience in conducting LCAs using ISO 14040/44 standards and related software is essential.
• Demonstrated ability to compile, validate, and analyze complex environmental data.

Responsibilities

• Design and conduct cradle-to-gate and cradle-to-grave LCAs.
• Work closely with researchers and industry partners.
• Include impact modeling, scenario analysis, and technical documentation.

Skills

LCA software experience

Data analysis

Scientific writing

Communication skills

Collaboration

Education

PhD in Environmental Engineering or related field

Tools

SimaPro

OpenLCA

GaBi

Job description

The Emerging nanoscience Research Institute (EnRI) focuses its research on advanced materials, computational modelling & simulation and development of small-scale testing and materials characterization. We are looking for a Research Fellow who will be responsible for supporting both research activities and coordination efforts related to life cycle assessment (LCA) within a multidisciplinary sustainability program.

The successful candidate will support research and coordination efforts within a multidisciplinary sustainability program, focusing on life cycle assessment (LCA) to evaluate the environmental performance of established and emerging processes. This role includes designing and conducting cradle-to-gate and cradle-to-grave LCAs, building life cycle inventory (LCI) datasets, and integrating LCA insights into technology development and decision-making.

Key responsibilities:

• Include impact modeling, scenario analysis, data compilation, and technical documentation.

• Work closely with researchers, industry partners, and regulatory stakeholders to ensure robust sustainability metrics are embedded in process design.

Job Requirements:

• PhD in Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Sustainability Science, or related field.

• Experience in conducting LCAs using ISO 14040/44 standards and LCA software (e.g., SimaPro, OpenLCA, GaBi).

• Strong knowledge of LCI databases (e.g., Ecoinvent, ELCD) and impact assessment methodologies (e.g., ReCiPe, TRACI).

• Demonstrated ability to compile, validate, and analyze complex environmental data from diverse sources.

• Excellent scientific writing skills with a track record of peer-reviewed publications.

• Effective communication and collaboration skills for multidisciplinary teamwork.

• High attention to detail, organizational skills, and professional integrity.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Hiring Institution: NTU