Research Fellow (Alkanes Conversion to BTX)

Interested applicants are invited to apply directly at the NUS Career Portal. Please note your application will only be processed if you apply via NUS Career Portal.

NUS Career Portal link: https://careers.nus.edu.sg/job/Research-Fellow-%28Alkanes-Conversion-to-BTX%29/34954-en_GB/

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Job Description

The staff would support at least one project under the supervision of the Principal Investigator (PI). The scope of the project is on the catalytic conversion of alkanes into high-value aromatic hydrocarbons, particularly benzene, toluene and xylene (BTX). The staff will need to develop a well-justified approach to achieve a goal once a problem statement and/or a research scope are defined by the PI and the staff. The staff will need to execute the plan experimentally and interpret the data critically. The staff will need to report to the PI proactively and take the initiative to propose changes to the plan when the project faces a technical challenge. The staff will need to draft manuscripts and attend conferences to publicise the project findings. The staff will need to support other team members.

Qualifications

A well-qualified candidate should

1. be passionate about research;
2. have a PhD degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or a similar/equivalent discipline;
3. be an expert of heterogeneous catalysis;
4. command both spoken and written English at professional level;
5. be a good team player;
6. have excellent publication record in related areas.