Research Fellow (Membrane)

Position Overview

The National University of Singapore's Department of Chemical Engineering invites applications for a Research Fellow specializing in membrane technology. This role centers on advancing membrane solutions geared toward carbon capture, bridging experimental work and commercial scalability.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the design and production of membrane modules tailored for gas separation processes.
• Create hollow fiber membranes through spinning techniques specific to gas separation.
• Expand membrane and module fabrication capabilities from the lab setting to pilot-scale operations.
• Develop and construct experimental setups to evaluate hollow fiber membrane systems for gas separation.
• Conduct performance assessments of membranes targeting carbon capture applications.
• Collaborate with manufacturing entities and suppliers to prototype and transition designs into manufacturable products.
• Enhance both experimental protocols and simulation workflows to support membrane scale-up efforts.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Doctorate in Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related disciplines.
• Deep understanding of membrane materials, chemistry, and mechanisms involved in gas separation.
• Proven experience in hollow fiber membrane spinning and module fabrication focused on gas separation.
• Competence in membrane testing and performance characterization techniques.
• Preferably experienced with polymer-based or crystalline materials such as MOFs, ZIFs, or COFs.
• Additional expertise in scaling up membrane technologies is advantageous.
• Self-motivated, meticulous, and adept at independent and team-oriented research in dynamic environments.
• Comfortable engaging in hands-on experimental work and iterative problem-solving.
• Strong critical thinking skills aimed at developing tailored solutions for technical challenges.
• Proficient in English, including both written and verbal communication.

Additional Information

This role is ideal for candidates enthusiastic about entrepreneurship and startup ecosystems, as such backgrounds are highly welcomed.