Middlebury College

Schemes of Service: Research Division: Food, Chemical and Biotechnology Employment Type: Fixed Term Research Fellow / Engineer (Insect Protein Chemistry & Functional Beverage Development) As a University of Applied Learning, the Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT) works closely with industry partners to deliver translational, impact-driven research. This role supports an awarded applied research project on cricket protein (CP)-based functional beverages, focusing on protein chemistry, emulsion engineering, scalable food processing, and consumer acceptance. The appointee will contribute to SIT's sustainable food innovation agenda, working within a multidisciplinary team with access to established research platforms and pilot-scale facilities. Key Responsibilities Characterise insect protein and their hydrolysates for compositional and techno-functional properties under different processing conditions (enzymatic hydrolysis, heating, drying, homogenization) Investigate the impact of food processing on protein-polysaccharide interactions under different food processing conditions. Profile phenolic compound and evaluate the bio-functional properties such as antioxidant activity Identify optimal processing conditions that minimise bioactive losses for functional beverage applications. Design and formulate insect protein-based oil-in-water emulsions for the encapsulation and delivery of bioactives. Develop and optimise functional beverage prototypes that are suitable for industry-scale beverage manufacturing and evaluate their emulsion stability and estimated shelf-life. Conduct in vitro bioaccessibility and bioavailability studies for encapsulated nutrients using existing SIT analytical facilities. Support the design and execution of consumer surveys assessing Singapore consumers' acceptance of foods and beverages. Perform principal component analysis (PCA) and multivariate statistics to identify relationships between demographic factors and product acceptance and integrate findings as feedback for beverage formulation. Prepare scientific manuscripts, technical reports, and progress updates for funding agencies, journals, and stakeholders. Present findings at project meetings, industry engagements, and academic conferences. Supervise and mentor junior researchers, research assistants, and students attached to the project. The candidate is to communicate with all relevant internal and external stakeholders as required to meet the project deliverables. Any other adhoc duties assigned by supervisor. Job Requirements PhD in Food Science, Food Technology, Food Chemistry, Chemistry, Nutrition, or a closely related discipline. Strong master's or bachelor's degree holders with substantial relevant research experience may be considered for the Engineer grade. Solid grounding in protein chemistry, protein hydrolysis, and structure–function relationships in food systems. Hands-on experience in emulsion formulation and stability characterisation, including droplet size analysis and shelf-life assessment. Familiarity with food processing technologies such as HTST, UHT pasteurisation, drying, heating, and high-pressure or multi-stage homogenisation in beverage or liquid food systems. Working knowledge of biochemical and antioxidant assay methods, HPLC, MS, and their application in food ingredient analysis. Experience with in vitro digestion models and bioaccessibility or bioavailability testing is a strong advantage. Ability to perform quantitative data analysis and multivariate statistics (e.g., PCA); proficiency in Origin, R, or equivalent software for statistical analysis. Strong scientific writing skills with the ability to produce publication-quality manuscripts and clear technical reports. Proactive, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple experimental and reporting workstreams simultaneously. Collaborative and able to work independently within a multidisciplinary applied research environment. Good communication and interpersonal skills for engagement with students, colleagues for procurement, risk assessment for lab activities, equipment purchasing and maintenance, industry partners, and funding stakeholders. Strong ownership for leading and delivering projects with project management skills

The University of Surrey is a global community of ideas and people, dedicated to life-changing education and research. We are ambitious and have a bold vision of what we want to achieve - shaping ourselves into one of the best universities in the world, which we are achieving through the talents and endeavour of every employee. Our culture empowers people to achieve this aim and to collectively, and individually, make a real difference. The role Innovative technology support for our Computer Science students is key to improving the student experience. Our permanent Technical Support Specialist role is in the School of Computer Science and Electronic Engineering and central to our teaching and learning, supporting the delivery and development of high-quality, lab based teaching across Computer Science and Cyber Security programmes. You will join a vibrant, forward thinking community of academics and technical specialists who are passionate about education and innovation. Working across a broad range of technologies and projects, you will help identify and drive new solutions that enhance automation of assessment and feedback, enable staff to make the best use of our on cloud and on-premises infrastructure, and support students as they engage in practical security challenges. As part of this team, you will take a proactive role in developing, commissioning, supporting and maintaining technology that underpins our teaching and learning activities. Example activities include web development, scripting and integrating solutions with our online learning environment, and configuring our virtual cloud provision and infrastructure to support security penetration testing and other advanced exercises. About you We are looking for someone with strong technical understanding of programming and systems, combined with a practical, collaborative mindset and the confidence to bring new ideas. You will be able to demonstrate experience in problem solving and delivering technology solutions, with a focus on ownership, initiative and timely delivery. You’ll be comfortable working independently as well as in teams, and able to communicate clearly and professionally at all organisational levels. There will be an expectation for the successful candidate to work on campus, with opportunities for working from home. Why join us? Join a committed, supportive team and a lively School community focused on innovation in teaching and enhancing the student experience Lead and shape technology solutions that directly impact how our students learn Work with a broad and modern infrastructure landscape, including cloud, virtualisation and security labs Access excellent facilities, resources and opportunities to develop both your technical and professional skills Contribute ideas, take ownership of projects and see the positive impact of your work reflected in the experience of our students How to apply Applications are particularly encouraged from recent graduates and individuals with industry experience who are looking for a new challenge and a change of environment. If you are enthusiastic, motivated, and keen to do things differently, eager to bring fresh ideas and make a real contribution, we would be delighted to hear from you. For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Professor Helen Treharne, Head of School, h.treharne@surrey.ac.uk. Interviews for the role will be held during the week of the 10th August 2026 with a start date as soon as possible. Further details Job Description

About RoboPrecinct@PDD SmartPrecinct@PDD initiative aims to develop a precinct-scale robotics and embodied AI ecosystem at Punggol Digital District (PDD). The programme establishes shared digital infrastructure, regulatory frameworks (including cybersecurity and safety), embodied AI capabilities, industry collaborations, and real-world test-bedding environments to enable safe and scaled deployment of robots in PDD. The Operations Manager will support the day-to-day operations of the Programme, ensuring effective coordination, administrative support, and smooth execution of programme activities. Key Responsibilities Programme operations and administration Provide operational and administrative support for SmartPrecinct@PDD activities as well as related SIT-company joint programmes. Prepare meeting materials, minutes, and programme documentation. Maintain programme documentation and information repositories. Resource management Manage procurement processes for programme-related services, equipment, and operational needs. Coordinate budget tracking and administrative processes related to programme expenditures. Logistics and secretariat support Coordinate meetings, workshops, business trips and other events related to the programme. Provide secretariat support for programme governance meetings and committees. Requirements Bachelor’s degree in business administration, engineering, or related disciplines. 3–5 years of relevant experience in operations management. Experience in administrative support such as procurement, event coordination, and programme documentation. Strong organisational and multitasking skills. Proficiency in office productivity tools. Good written and verbal communication skills. *Note: The incumbent will be appointed as Research Engineer/Research Fellow if successful.