Job Description

Join Our Team as Research Fellow at the Asian School of the Environment (ASE), Nanyang Technological University, SingaporeThe (ASE) at Nanyang Technological University is an interdisciplinary school that aims to be a world leader in environmental research focused on Asian environmental challenges. The ASE integrates earth and environmental life science, ecology, engineering and technology, human ecology, humanities, and the social sciences to address key issues of the environment and sustainability.Professor Redferns group has 2 positions available:1) Research Fellow (Carbon Capture)We are currently recruiting a Research Fellow who will join the laboratory of Professor Simon Redfern at the Asian School of the Environment, Nanyang Technological University (NTU), to perform in situ and operando analysis of the ash-derived sorbents and develop multi-scale reaction model to describe sorbent behaviour during carbon capture cycles.The candidate will be expected to further increase the efficiency of the capture process by improving the sorbent formulation. Doing so requires an in-depth understanding of the sorbent behaviour over CO2 uptake-regeneration cycles under a variety of operating conditions, including those closely mimicking the flue gas compositions from WtE plants and CCGT power plants.Key Responsibilities:Procure and commission an operando XRD system (EQP01)Connect and operando XRD system with existing lab infrastructureCompetitively secure beamtimes to perform in situ and operando synchrotron experiments at high-end synchrotron facilities (e.g. Australia, UK or US)Design and fabrication of in situ and operando cells for performing in situ and operando synchrotron experimentsPerform in situ and operando synchrotron experiments at international synchrotron research facilitiesCarry out ex situ studies of sorbent materials at NTUCarry out kinetics measurements of CO2 capture and sorbent regenerationDevelop and validate multiscale reaction models describing the behaviour of sorbent materials under a variety of operating conditions (e.g. different flue gas compositions to simulate CO2 emissions from different industrial facilities)Job Requirements:PhD degree in materials science, materials chemistry or chemical engineeringEvidence of published output in relevant scientific literatureBasic understanding of the scientific principles behind the research activitiesAttention to detail and proceduresEffective communication and report writing skillsWillingness to learn and develop new skills2) Research Fellow (Materials Science/Materials Chemistry/Chemical Engineering)We are currently recruiting two experienced Research Fellows who will join the laboratory of Professor Simon Redfern at the Asian School of the Environment, Nanyang Technological University (NTU), to work closely with the lead PI to build the experimental programme, maintain instruments and coordinate with the international community.Key Responsibilities:Develop laboratory experiments to synthesise and study materials at extreme temperatures, pressure and under controlled chemical environmentsPrepare literature surveys to outline research / technology development in the fieldEmploy and develop experimental methods using high-temperature furnaces, one atmosphere gas-mixing furnaces, diamond anvil cells as well as piston cylinder apparatusCharacterisation and analysis methods will include FTIR and Raman spectroscopy, EPMA, electron microscopy, X-ray diffraction and XAS, and allied techniques, using both in-house and international synchrotron and neutron sourcesParticipate in research program, including research experiments and data collectionPrepare reports and documentations for the research programs, and support data analysisAssist in duties related to lab safety, documentation, training of student researchers and outreachJob Requirements:PhD degree in Materials Science, Materials Chemistry or Chemical EngineeringProficiency in either Diamond Anvil Cell (DAC) high pressure experiments or Large Volume Press (LVP) high pressure experimentsEvidence of published output in relevant scientific literatureBasic understanding of the scientific principles behind the research activitiesAttention to detail and proceduresEffective communication and report writing skillsWillingness to learn and develop new skillsASE seeks a diverse and inclusive workforce and is committed to equality of opportunity. We welcome applications from all and recruit on the basis of merit, regardless of age, race, gender, religion, marital status and family responsibilities, or disability. Interested applicants should submit a CV and a statement of interests. Evaluation of application starts immediately until the position is filled.We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.Hiring Institution: NTU

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