Job Description

The successful candidate will work with A/Prof Yeo Boon Siang Jason on the Electrochemical Activation of Small Molecules.

The main responsibilities of the position include:

1. Design and synthesize new electrocatalysts, and characterize and evaluate them for activity, selectivity, and stability for specific electrochemical reactions. Reactions of interest include carbon dioxide electroreduction, electro-oxidation of methanol, etc. 
2. Mentor PhD students working in this project.  

Qualifications

Qualifications / Discipline: 

• PhD degree from a reputable university in Physics, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Material Sciences or a related discipline. 

Skills:  

• Expertise in electrochemistry, materials synthesis, assembly and testing of electrolyzers is necessary.
• A demonstrated ability to work independently, and adapt into new areas as the needs of the project evolve. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 
• Excellent interpersonal skills. 
• Demonstrated ability to publish high-quality peer-reviewed publications. 

Experience:  

• 4-5 years of experience in the area of electrochemistry, materials synthesis, assembly and testing of electrolyzers is necessary.

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Taking into consideration the health and well-being of our staff and students and to better protect everyone in the campus, applicants are strongly encouraged to have themselves fully COVID-19 vaccinated to secure successful employment with NUS.

More Information

Location: Kent Ridge Campus
Organization: Science
Department : Chemistry
Employee Referral Eligible: No
Job requisition ID : 18260