Research Fellow (Flow Chemistry)

Nanyang Technological University; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

NTU Singapore's School of Materials Science and Engineering invites applications for a postdoctoral researcher to advance flow chemistry and automated experimentation within a multidisciplinary team. The role focuses on building a flexible flow platform, implementing closed-loop optimization, and delivering high-quality reports.

The ideal candidate holds a PhD in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or related field, has strong Python skills, and experience with CFD, flow reactors, and laboratory

Qualifications

• PhD in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or related field.
• Experience with Python required.
• Experience in flow chemistry.
• Experience in reactor design beneficial.
• Experience in process control and PAT.
• Knowledge of closed-loop optimization.
• Experience with Computational Fluid Dynamics.
• Experience with laboratory automation and flow platforms.
• Capable of conducting independent research while collaborating in a multidisciplinary environment.

Responsibilities

• Construction of a flexible flow platform to perform small-scale conversions.
• Implementation of its automation and closed-loop optimization.
• Maintenance of lab or equipment or supplies, including procurement and liaison with suppliers.
• Assist or produce high-quality reports and documents consolidating research findings.
• Mentor and guide junior researchers and students within the project team.

Skills

Python

Flow chemistry

Process control

Closed-loop optimization

Computational Fluid Dynamics

Laboratory automation

Independent research

Education

Doctoral degree in Chemical Engineering or related field

Job description

The School of Materials Science and Engineering (MSE) provides a vibrant and nurturing environment for staff and students to carry out inter-disciplinary research in key areas such as Computational Materials Science, Characterisation Materials Science, Defence Composite Materials, Functional Composite Materials, Energy, Nanomaterials, Low Dimensional Materials, Biomaterials Materials, Biological Materials, Bioinspired Materials and Sustainable Materials. For more details, please view https://www.ntu.edu.sg/mse/research.

Key Responsibilities:

• Construction of a flexible flow platform to perform small-scale conversions
• Implementation of its automation and closed-loop optimization
• Maintenance of lab or equipment or supplies that include procurement and liaison with suppliers
• Assist or produce high quality reports and documents that consolidate research findings
• Contribute to the mentoring and guidance of junior researchers and students, fostering an environment of learning and innovation within the project team.

Job Requirements:

• Doctoral degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or a related field
• Experience in python is required
• Experience in flow chemistry
• Experience in reactor design is beneficial
• Experience in process control and PAT
• Knowledge and interest in closed-loop optimization
• Experience with Computational Fluid Dynamics
• Experience with laboratory automation and flow platforms
• Capable of conducting independent research while effectively collaborating in a multidisciplinary environment.

We regret to inform 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.

For more information, visit www.ntu.edu.sg