Research Associate (Materials)

Nanyang Technological University

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NTU Main Campus, Singapore Until 8/23/2026 First posted March 13, 2026 Last posted March 13, 2026
Job description

The key objective is to support efforts to advance sustainable technologies through materials innovation and decarbonization research. The Energy Research Institute @ NTU (ERI@N) leads multidisciplinary research in sustainable materials, energy systems, and low‑carbon technologies to accelerate the global transition toward net‑zero emissions. ERI@N’s research spans material characterization, corrosion and durability studies, and the development of advanced materials for offshore and onshore renewable energy applications.

We are looking for a Research Associate to conduct advanced research in sustainable materials and decarbonization science. The role will emphasize materials characterization, structure–property analysis, and the development of innovative materials for wind turbines, contributing to the ERI@N’s mission of advancing sustainable engineering research.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct materials research and characterization using advanced analytical methods.

  • Design experiments and develop protocols for material performance testing.

  • Analyze data and prepare technical reports and research publications.

  • Collaborate with cross‑disciplinary teams on sustainability and decarbonization initiatives.

  • Support project reporting, proposals, and supervision of students or interns.

Job Requirements:

  • Master’s degree in Materials Science, Chemical or Environmental Engineering, or related field.

  • Experience in materials synthesis, corrosion studies, or advanced characterization techniques.

  • Strong written and oral communication skills, with attention to detail and organization.

  • Entry‑level candidates with relevant research experience are welcome to apply.

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Hiring Institution: NTU

About this role

Summary

Conduct materials research, characterization, and experiments for sustainable energy applications.

Job title

Research Associate (Materials)

Experience level

entry level

Industry

research in sustainable materials and energy

Location requirements

On-site at NTU Main Campus, Singapore, remote work not specified.

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

materials sciencecorrosioncharacterizationresearch

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

materials characterizationcorrosiondecabonizationsustainable materials
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Unknown location

On-site