Research Associate
- Employer
- NANYANG TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY
- Location
- Singapore
- Closing date
- 2 Aug 2020
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- Academic Discipline
- Engineering & Technology, General Engineering, Chemical Engineering
- Job Type
- Research Related, Research Associate
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
Job Details
SMTC was set up to spearhead Singapore's R&D efforts in fundamental and applied research in membrane science and technology. Collaborating with multidisciplinary talents across NTU, with other universities and industry partners, to develop new, low-cost, and improved membranes and membrane-based systems.
Job Scope:
This job is expected to provide day-to-day support in the operation a pilot plant, conduct laboratory study to optimize the treatment process, perform water analyses, prepare progress reports and presentations.
- Evaluation and optimization of VSEP-NF for waste brine treatment
- Operation and maintenance of MIEX pilot
- Routine analysis of water quality
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Involve in the development of real time monitoring methods for membrane fouling detection
- Participate in the development of rapid analysis methods for bioavailability in different water source
- Develop and assist in the development of protocol for laboratory analysis on the efficacy of biocides
- Conduct lab scale experiment and maintain operation in pilot system.
- Conduct water quality analysis using different analytical methods
- Travel to field sites to collect samples and record data
- To prepare research papers, reports and presentations
Requirements:
- Master degree from a reputable university in chemical/environmental engineering
- Relevant research experience on membrane technology
- Paper, proposal writing and report writing skill
- Oral presentation skill, Multitasking skill
- Self-motivated and able to work on your own and in a team
- Good interpersonal skills
- Good communication and writing in English
- Strong responsibility for research
Company
Young and research-intensive, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) is placed 11th globally, and 1st among the world's top young universities for six consecutive years (QS university rankings). It is also ranked No.2 among the world's elite young universities (aged 50 and under) that have excelled in producing high-quality research (Nature Index Young Universities).
We invite you to be part of this world-class university through the prestigious Lee Kuan Yew Postdocotoral Fellowship programme.
About Lee Kuan Yew Postdoctoral Fellowship (LKY PDF)
The prestigious Lee Kuan Yew Postdoctoral Fellowship (LKY PDF) was established in 1991 under the Lee Kuan Yew Endowment Fund. The Fellowship supports and promotes young and outstanding researchers to realise their full potential in the areas of Engineering, Science, Humanities, and Medicine.
The Fellowship will be awarded concurrently with the candidate's appointment as a research staff in NTU.
Please click here for the detailed list of research areas available in the respective Colleges/Schools/Research Centres.
Eligibility:
• Excellent academic records and research potential.
• Recent PhD graduates, or with at most 1 postdoctoral training from a reputable university.
Terms and Conditions:
• The Fellowship will be tenable for a period of 3 years.
• In addition to an attractive remuneration, the successful candidate will be awarded a research grant of S$180,000 for research consumables and research related expenditure.
Application Procedure:
Please click here for more information.
We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
Application Closing Date: 28 February 2020
- Telephone
- +(65)67911744
- Location
-
50 NANYANG AVENUE
SINGAPORE
639 798
SG
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