Research Fellow (Ion-selective Sub-nanochannel Membranes)

Job Description

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.

For more details, please view https://www.ntu.edu.sg/newri.

We are looking for a Research Fellow to develop nanochannel membranes for applications in energy, environment, and healthcare. The role will focus on materials design and membrane fabrications for ion sieving.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct research work according to project deliverables which involves preparing 2D materials and porous materials for nanochannel fabrication. 

• Comprehensive analysis of materials including density measurement, microstructure analysis and mechanical/thermal properties, etc.

• Draft technical report and manuscript for publication.

• Maintenance of specialized sintering equipment and coordinate procurement with external suppliers.

Job Requirements:

• PhD qualification degree in membrane science, chemical engineering, materials science or related field

• At least 3 years of relevant experiences in membrane separation hands-on experience

• Familiarity with two-dimensional materials

• Good written and oral communication skills

• Competent in the ability to work independently and collaborate with team members

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