Research Fellow (CO2 capture)

Nanyang Technological University

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NTU Main Campus, Singapore Until 8/22/2026 First posted May 11, 2026 Last posted May 11, 2026
Job description

Globally recognized as a leading research and technology organization, the Nanyang Environment and Water Research Institute (NEWRI) addresses national priorities through its diverse expertise in Biotechnology and Bioprocesses, Membrane Technology, Chemicals and Materials, Resource Recovery, and Modeling & Artificial Intelligence. By harnessing its cross-cutting, interdisciplinary, and transformative capabilities, NEWRI drives innovation in water circularity and sustainability, next-generation solid waste solutions, circular economy resource recovery, climate resilience and digitalization.

For more details, please view https://www.ntu.edu.sg/newri.

Key Responsibilities:

The candidate will be undertaking full research work and administrative duties during the term of employment:

  • Coordinate the project execution and communication among the collaborating parties.

  • Work synergistically with PI and Co-I in experimental designs, conducting experiments, troubleshooting and data analysis.

  • Upgrading and operating a pilot-scale circulating fluidized bed system.

  • Manage the day-to-day operation of the reactor apparatus.

  • Procure consumables and research equipment.

  • Write and publish research papers.

  • Effectively communicate research findings to collaborators, funding agencies and the scientific community.

  • Provide training to research associate/assistant on the relevant skills for the proposed project.

  • Summarise the findings in this project and produce the progress reports, final report and scientific recommendations.

Job Requirements:

  • At least a PhD degree in Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Materials Science, or a relevant field.

  • Experience in developing CO2 sorbents, especially in developing calcium-based CO2 sorbents to be used in circulating fluidized beds.

  • Extensive knowledge of treatment and re-utilisation of incineration ashes is highly desired.

  • Good writing and communication skills.

  • Good record of peer-reviewed papers is advantageous.

  • Scientific articles, proposals and reports writing skills are required.

  • Good interpersonal skills and excellent teamwork awareness.

  • Productive, hard-working and dedicated to the completion of any task assigned.

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

Hiring Institution: NTU

About this role

Summary

Conduct research on CO2 sorbents and operate pilot-scale CO2 capture systems.

Job title

Research Fellow (CO2 capture)

Experience level

PhD

Industry

research and technology

Location requirements

On-site at NTU Singapore, remote not specified.

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

phd in chemical engineering or relatedCO2 sorbents developmentscientific writingdata analysisexperimental design

Preferred skills

peer-reviewed publications Ash treatment and re-utilizationproject management

Specializations

chemical engineeringenvironmental engineeringmaterials scienceCO2 sorbentscirculating fluidized beds
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Unknown location

On-site