Job Description

What the role is:
[What the role is]
School of Engineering - Research Staff (Unpowered Cold Box System)
Republic Polytechnic's School of Engineering is hiring a full-time Research Staff for a 24-month contract to support the MOE-TIF-funded project: Biodegradable Unpowered Temperature-Controlled Cold Box for Cold Chain/Logistics.
What you will be working on:
[What you will be working on]
Project Overview:
This project focuses on developing a biodegradable, reusable, and high-performance cold box for sustainable cold chain logistics. Using eco-friendly materials (e.g., cornstarch-based insulation) and blended Phase Change Materials (PCMs), we aim to enhance temperature stability, durability, and environmental sustainability.
Key innovations include:
xe2x9cx94 Reinforced structures for durability
xe2x9cx94 Vacuum insulation for efficiency
xe2x9cx94 Real-time temperature monitoring
xe2x9cx94 Renewable energy integration for reduced carbon footprint
By collaborating with industry partners and conducting life cycle assessments, this research will deliver a scalable, sustainable solution for temperature-sensitive shipping.
Key Responsibilities:
Conduct research on biodegradable materials, insulation, and PCMs for cold chain applications.
Perform shelf life assay of vegetable/fruit/fish/meat/sea food
Perform nutritional analysis of food.
Perform heat transfer analysis and cooling performance assessment using scientific methods and data tools (e.g., MATLAB, Python).
Collaborate with industry partners and regulatory bodies for validation and standardisation.
Mentor students and interns in research, product development, and testing.
Assist in Intellectual Property (IP) development and commercialisation of project innovations.
Apply new software relevant to the project.
Manage procurement of research consumables and equipment.
Prepare research reports, publications, and grant proposals.
What we are looking for:
Qualifications in applied physics, material science, chemistry, food sciences, heat transfer, environmental engineering, materials engineering, thermal engineering, renewable energy, sustainability, or related fields.
Strong interest in sustainable materials and cooling energy management for cold boxes and cold chain applications.
Proficiency in nutritional and microbiological analysis
Proficiency in data analysis and scientific tools (e.g., MATLAB, Python).
Familiarity with thermal testing, material characterization, or PCM research is a plus.
Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and a team player.
Entry-level candidates are encouraged to apply as well.
[What we are looking for]
About Republic Polytechnic:
The first educational institution in Singapore to leverage the Problem-based Learning approach for all its diploma programmes, Republic Polytechnic (RP) has seven schools offering courses in Applied Science, Engineering, Business, Hospitality, Infocomm, Sports and Health, and Technology for Arts, Media and Design. To support Singapore's national effort to promote continuous, lifelong learning, our Academy for Continuing Education (ACE) offers a wide range of part-time programmes. We welcome you to grow with us! Discover a people- and family-oriented culture, where you are inspired to improve as you nurture lifelong learners. For more information from RP, please visit https://www.rp.edu.sg/careers or follow us on LinkedIn. '