Research Fellow (Membrane Technology)

Nanyang Technological University

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NTU Main Campus, Singapore Until 9/7/2026 First posted July 9, 2026 Last posted July 9, 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.

We are looking for a Research Fellow to support the research project on “Novel High Performance Piezoelectric Thin Film Composite (TFC) Nanofiltration/Reverse Osmosis (NF/RO) Membrane for Industrial Separation and Purification Application”

Key Responsibilities:

  • Integrating Machine Learning (ML) with Molecular Dynamics (MD) to predict phase-separation dynamics and membrane morphology prior to physical experiments

  • Characterization and analysis of membrane properties using advanced analytical tools, e.g., SEM, TEM, XPS, AFM, etc. 

  • Performance testing of membrane in various applications like desalination, reclamation, filtration etc.

  • Project management and collaboration with cross-functional teams, preparation of reports and publication in high-impact journals, compliance with safety regulations.

Job Requirements:

  • PhD degree from a reputable university in chemical/environmental/material engineering

  • Relevant research experience in membrane fabrication and process, desalination and water reclamation, industrial wastewater treatment and resource recovery

  • Oral presentation and multitasking skills

  • Self-motivated and able to work independently and in a team

  • Good interpersonal, communication and report writing skills

  • Strong responsibility for research

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

Hiring Institution: NTU

About this role

Summary

Support research on high-performance membrane for industrial separation using ML and characterization tools

Job title

Research Fellow (Membrane Technology)

Experience level

PhD level

Industry

research and technology

Location requirements

Singapore, on-site work only

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

membrane fabricationdesalinationresource recoverymolecular dynamicsmachine learning

Preferred skills

analytical toolsSEMTEMXPSAFMreport writingcollaboration

Specializations

membrane fabricationdesalinationwater reclamationmolecular dynamicsmachine learning
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Unknown location

On-site