Research Fellow (in carbon dioxide (CO2) utilization technologies) - ZK2

SINGAPORE INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY

Singapore
Not specified
Phd in chemical engineering or biotechnology
Experience in microbial fermentation
Metabolic engineering expertise
The Singapore Institute of Technology is seeking a Research Fellow to support a project focused on carbon dioxide (CO2) utilization technologies aimed at sustainability and carbon reduction. The role involves conducting independent research in microbial engineering, bioprocess development, and contributing to the development of integrated processes for converting CO2 into valuable chemicals

Job Summary

  • The role focuses on developing an integrated process to convert CO2 into valuable chemicals using renewable energy.
  • Candidates will engineer microbial strains to produce platform aromatics from C2 building blocks under the leadership of Dr. Zhou Kang.
  • The position offers opportunities to lead publications, present at conferences, and potentially contribute to a future start-up in sustainable chemical manufacturing.

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The Singapore Institute of Technology is seeking a Research Fellow to support a project focused on carbon dioxide (CO2) utilization technologies aimed at sustainability and carbon reduction. The role involves conducting independent research in microbial engineering, bioprocess development, and contributing to the development of integrated processes for converting CO2 into valuable chemicals.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • PhD in Chemical Engineering or Biotechnology
  • Experience in microbial fermentation
  • Metabolic engineering expertise
  • Strain construction skills
  • Biotransformation knowledge

Nice-to-have

  • Python, MATLAB, C++ automation skills
  • Emerging agentic AI knowledge
  • Strong publication record
  • Supervision of junior researchers
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration experience

Key Requirements

  • PhD degree required
  • Hands-on genetic engineering experience
  • Background in bioprocess development

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