Job Summary
We invite applications from highly motivated, self-driven candidates to join a dynamic and highly collaborative team of scientists and engineers at A*STAR ISCE2, based on Jurong Island. The successful candidate will contribute to research and development work in catalysis for carbon conversion.
The role involves working on a broad spectrum of R&D projects, from foundational capability development to applied research, offering significant opportunities for professional growth and meaningful impact.
The Key Scope Of Work Includes
- Contribute to designing and developing efficient and robust catalysts for converting small molecules to fuels and chemicals.
- Participate in leading catalyst development projects with industry and academic partners.
- Participate in the synthesis of solid catalysts and characterization of catalytic properties using advanced methods.
- Operate single-tube and high-throughput catalytic reactor systems and data analysis.
- Draft manuscripts and research progress reports.
- Communicate results by presenting at project meetings and conferences.
- Collaborate with industry partners, affiliated research institutes, and other key stakeholders to translate research outcomes into real-world impact.
Requirements
- A strong academic background in chemistry and/or chemical engineering, preferably with a PhD degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or Materials, with a major in heterogeneous thermal catalysis, with 2-4 years of post-PhD experience.
- Strong knowledge of heterogeneous catalysis, material synthesis, and surface characterization.
- Previous experience in catalyst design for thermocatalytic COx conversion is an advantage.
- Experience with machine learning techniques, including neural networks and deep learning, is desirable.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Excellent written and communication skills.
- Self-motivated, resourceful, and committed to high standards of professional integrity.
