Research Fellow (Integrated Catalytic Membrane System), ChBE

National University of Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

National University of Singapore invites applications for a Research Fellow in Integrated Catalytic Membrane System within ChBE. The role focuses on leading the integration, testing, and optimization of a scaled-up catalytic membrane reactor, evaluating performance, stability, and hydrogen separation under laboratory and pilot-scale conditions.

The candidate will work with experts in chemical engineering and membrane science, contribute to data-driven process optimization, and communicate

Qualifications

• PhD in a relevant discipline required.
• Experience with catalytic membrane reactors or related membrane technologies preferred.
• Experience in chemical reaction engineering, hydrogen production, or gas separation is advantageous.
• Familiarity with catalyst and membrane characterization techniques desirable.
• Strong data analysis and troubleshooting skills expected.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead integration, testing, and optimization of the catalytic membrane reactor system.
• Evaluate performance, stability, and reaction kinetics under lab and pilot-scale conditions.
• Assess hydrogen separation efficiency and overall process economics.
• Collaborate with other researchers to advance scale-up and deployment.

Skills

Catalytic membranes

Membrane separation

Characterization techniques

Data analysis

Teamwork

Technical writing

Lab/pilot-scale experimentation

Troubleshooting

Education

PhD in Chemical Engineering

PhD in Materials Science

PhD in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Catalytic membrane reactors

Hydrogen production processes

Job description

Research Fellow (Integrated Catalytic Membrane System), ChBE

University-Level Unit: College of Design and Engineering

Faculty/Department-Level Unit: Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering

Employee Category: Research Staff

Location: Kent Ridge Campus

Posted On: 15/07/2026

Job Description

Lead the integration, testing, and optimization of the scaled-up catalytic membrane reactor system by evaluating its performance, stability, reaction kinetics, and hydrogen separation efficiency under laboratory and pilot-scale operating conditions.

Job Requirements

• PhD in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Knowledge of catalytic membrane reactors, membrane separation, or heterogeneous catalysis is preferred.
• Experience in chemical reaction engineering, hydrogen production, or gas separation processes is an advantage.
• Familiarity with catalyst and membrane characterization techniques is desirable.
• Experience in designing and conducting laboratory or pilot-scale experiments, with strong data analysis and troubleshooting skills.
• Good understanding of process optimization and scale-up principles.
• Strong communication, technical writing, and teamwork skills.

Req ID: 33757

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