Research Fellow (Biomass Conversion)

Job Description

The staff would lead at least one project under supervision of the Principle Investigator (PI).

• The scope of the project is on biomass valorization for either aviation fuel production or transformation into advanced materials.
• Develop a well justified approach to achieve a goal, once a problem statement and/or a research scope is defined by the PI and the staff.
• Executive the plan experimentally and interpret the data critically.
• Report to the PI proactively and take the initiative to propose changes to the plan when the project faces a technical challenge.
• Draft manuscripts and attend conferences to publicize the project findings.
• Support other team members and train junior colleagues.
• Draft research proposal together with the PI.

Qualifications

A well-qualified candidate should:

(1) be passionate about research;

(2) have a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or a similar/equivalent discipline;

(3) be an expert of chemical conversion of natural and synthetic polymers;

(4) command both spoken and written English at professional level;

(5) be a good team player;

(6) excellent publication record in related areas.

More Information

Location: Kent Ridge Campus

Organization: Centre for Hydrogen Innovations