Research Fellow in CO2 Sorbents & Circular Technology

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

Job summary

NTU Singapore's Nanyang Environment and Water Research Institute (NEWRI) seeks a researcher to lead CO2 sorbent development and pilot-scale reactor work. You will coordinate multi-party collaboration, design and run experiments, analyze data, and contribute to publications while training junior staff.

The role requires a PhD in a related field, strong writing ability, and a track record in peer-reviewed research. The position is based at NTU Singapore with access to state-of-the-art facilities.

Qualifications

• PhD in Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Materials Science, or a relevant field.
• Experience in developing CO2 sorbents, especially calcium-based CO2 sorbents for circulating fluidized beds.
• Knowledge of treatment and re-utilisation of incineration ashes is highly desirable.
• Strong writing and communication skills; publication record is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate project execution and communication among collaborating parties.
• Design experiments with PI and Co-I, conduct experiments, troubleshoot and analyze data.
• Upgrade and operate a pilot-scale circulating fluidized bed system.
• Manage day-to-day operation of the reactor apparatus and procure consumables.
• Write and publish research papers and produce progress/final reports.
• Communicate findings to collaborators, funding agencies and the scientific community.
• Provide training to research staff on relevant skills for the project.

Skills

CO2 sorbents development

Calcium-based CO2 sorbents

data analysis

scientific writing

team collaboration

Education

PhD in Chemical Engineering / Environmental Engineering / Materials Science

Job description

NTU Singapore's Nanyang Environment and Water Research Institute (NEWRI) seeks a researcher to lead CO2 sorbent development and pilot-scale reactor work. You will coordinate multi-party collaboration, design and run experiments, analyze data, and contribute to publications while training junior staff.

The role requires a PhD in a related field, strong writing ability, and a track record in peer-reviewed research. The position is based at NTU Singapore with access to state-of-the-art facilities.