Research Fellow, Sustainable Organic Transformations

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

Job summary

NTU Singapore's School of Chemistry, Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology invites applications for a Research Fellow in the Nicewicz group to advance sustainable molecular transformations via single-electron redox processes.

The role includes designing novel organic transformations, conducting photochemical and radiochemical studies, supervising students, and contributing to grants and publications in a multidisciplinary setting at NTU.

Qualifications

• PhD in Chemistry or related field.
• Demonstrated expertise in synthetic organic chemistry and hands-on reaction development.
• Experience in photochemistry or radiochemistry is a plus.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and in multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience mentoring or supervising students is advantageous.
• A strong publication record is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize novel organic transformations based on single-electron redox processes.
• Conduct photochemical and radiochemical reaction development, including screening, optimization, and scope studies.
• Investigate reaction mechanisms through experiments, data analysis, and interpretation.
• Supervise and mentor graduate and undergraduate researchers.
• Present findings at group meetings and conferences.
• Prepare research reports and manuscripts for publication.
• Contribute to grant proposals and future funding applications.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure laboratory safety compliance.

Skills

Synthetic organic chemistry

Reaction development

Photochemistry

Scientific mentoring

Data interpretation

Education

PhD in Chemistry or related field

Tools

Photochemistry techniques

Radiochemistry techniques

Mechanistic studies

Job description

NTU Singapore's School of Chemistry, Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology invites applications for a Research Fellow in the Nicewicz group to advance sustainable molecular transformations via single-electron redox processes.

The role includes designing novel organic transformations, conducting photochemical and radiochemical studies, supervising students, and contributing to grants and publications in a multidisciplinary setting at NTU.