Research Fellow (Materials Science/Biomass/Biomaterials)
NANYANG TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY
Singapore
Phd in materials science or related field
Experience with porous materials synthesis
Proficiency in sem xrd ftir characterization
The role focuses on developing sustainable growing media for urban farming applications under the Singapore Food Story R&D Programme 2.0
Job Summary
The role focuses on developing sustainable growing media for urban farming applications under the Singapore Food Story R&D Programme 2.0.
The successful candidate will synthesize, functionalize, and characterize porous materials while analyzing their impact on seed germination and crop yields.
This position requires supervising junior staff and students while coordinating large-scale trials with local and overseas farm partners.
Matching Summary
Match Score: 75
The role focuses on developing sustainable growing media for urban farming applications under the Singapore Food Story R&D Programme 2.0.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
PhD in Materials Science or related field
Experience with porous materials synthesis
Proficiency in SEM XRD FTIR characterization
Knowledge of nutrient release kinetics
Ability to correlate material properties with plant growth
Nice-to-have
Experience in hydrogels or aerogels
Background in agriculture research
Track record of research publications
Project management and supervision skills
Collaboration with industry partners
Key Requirements
PhD in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or Biomaterials
Demonstrated research track record with publications
Experience in biomaterials and biomass recycling preferred