Research Associate (Membrane and Separation Technology) Full-time

Research Associate

Globally recognized as a leading research and technology organization, the Nanyang Environment and Water Research Institute (NEWRI) addresses national priorities through its diverse expertise in Biotechnology and Bioprocesses, Membrane Technology, Chemicals and Materials, Resource Recovery, and Modeling & Artificial Intelligence. By harnessing its cross-cutting, interdisciplinary, and transformative capabilities, NEWRI drives innovation in water circularity and sustainability, next-generation solid waste solutions, circular economy resource recovery, climate resilience and digitalization.

We are looking for a Research Associate to conduct research on membrane and separation technology for desalination, resource recovery, and decarbonization.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Conduct membrane related projects for desalination, decarbonization, resource recovery, etc.
2. Assist in the design, optimization, construction, commissioning and operation of membrane-based desalination and water reclamation pilot-scale and lab-scale systems.
3. Conduct membrane and separation process modelling, module-scale desalination system modelling, including conventional modelling and machine learning based modelling.
4. Publish research data, prepare project progress reports.
5. Assist in the preparation of grant proposals.
6. Mentor junior students for their research projects.

Job Requirements:

• Master degree from a reputable university in chemical engineering, environmental engineering, mechanical engineering, etc.
• Excellent journal paper publication record.
• Excellent report writing skill.
• Excellent oral presentation skill, multitasking skill.
• Excellent experience in design, optimization, construction, commissioning and operation of membrane-based desalination and water reclamation systems.
• Excellent experience in membrane and separation process modelling, module-scale desalination system modelling, including conventional modelling and machine learning based modelling.
• Relevant research experience on membrane technology and separation technologies.
• Relevant research experience on electrochemical processes and/or electrode synthesis.
• Relevant research experience in scaling up electrochemical water technology.
• Self-motivated and able to work on your own and in a team.
• Excellent interpersonal, collaboration and communication skills.
• Strong sense of responsibility for research and project delivery.

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Hiring Institution: NTU