Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled research scientist to join our team in the development of advanced materials through self-assembly techniques for selective ion capture and transport. The candidate will be responsible for designing, synthesizing, and characterizing sponges and membranes with tailored properties to facilitate the selective separation, capture and transport of specific ions.

• Design and conduct research on self-assembly methods for fabricating sponges and membranes with controlled porosity and surface chemistry
• Develop protocols for ion-selective capture and transport, focusing on optimizing materials for applications in filtration, water purification, and ion recovery
• Synthesize and characterize various materials, including polymers, hydrogels, and nanomaterials, to create functional sponges and membranes with desired selectivity
• Perform material characterization using techniques such sa SEM, TEM, FTIR, XRD, and surface area analysis to assess structural properties
• Evaluate the ion capture and transport efficiency of synthesized materials through experimental testing in simulated environments

Job Requirements

• PhD in Materials Science and Engineering
• Strong background in self-assembly techniques, membrane fabrication, polymer science, and nanomaterials
• Experience with material characterization techniques such as SEM, TEM, FTIR, XRD, and ion transport testing
• Demonstrated experience in ion capture, separation, and transport processes, with a focus on designing materials for selective applications

More Information

Location: Kent Ridge Campus
Organization: Institute for Functional Intelligent Materials
Department : Research Groups
Job requisition ID : 27159