Project Officer (Materials Science/Chemistry/Environmental Engineering/Biology)

Nanyang Technological University is seeking a Project Officer in Materials Science/Chemistry/Environmental Engineering/Biology to work on an MOE funded project focusing on upcycling keratinous waste for bioplastics development. Responsibilities include formulating and optimizing keratin-based bioplastics, conducting literature reviews, characterizing properties, analyzing data, and managing lab logistics. Candidates should have a relevant degree, experience in polymers and biomaterials, and strong communication and project management skills.
The School of Materials Science and Engineering is looking for a highly motivated candidate to join us as a Project Officer (PO). The PO will join an MOE funded project led by Prof Ng Kee Woei. The project aims to upcycle keratinous waste for the bioplastics development. The PO will be responsible to develop and optimize the formulation of keratin-based bioplastics, characterize the produced bioplastics and assess its biodegradation profile in soil. Key Responsibilities: Conduct thorough literature review and generate periodic updates Extract the keratin protein Formulate and optimize keratin-based bioplastics Characterize the keratin-based bioplastics properties (e.g. Mechanical strength, FTIR, SEM, degradability, permeability, water contact, etc.) Analyse and interpret research data Develop and optimize protocols Manage logistical issues and laboratory inventory. Participate in collaborative work within multidisciplinary team and external collaborators Assist the generation of periodic progress report as required by funding agency Job Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science/Chemistry/Environmental Engineering/Biology or related fields Experience in polymers, biomaterials research and material characterization required (e.g. Mechanical strength, FTIR, SEM, degradability, permeability, water contact, etc) Experience in environmental science and engineering will be a bonus Good communication and writing skills Good coordination/project management skills Able to plan and execute experiments with minimal supervision Able to take initiative to improve processes and troubleshoot problems Able to organize well and adhere to deadlines We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Hiring Institution: NTU A research-intensive public university, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) has 33,000 undergraduate and postgraduate students in the Engineering, Business, Science, Humanities, Arts, & Social Sciences, and Graduate colleges. It also has a medical school, the Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine, established jointly with Imperial College London. NTU is also home to world-class autonomous institutes – the National Institute of Education, S Rajaratnam School of International Studies, Earth Observatory of Singapore, and Singapore Centre for Environmental Life Sciences Engineering – and various leading research centres such as the Nanyang Environment & Water Research Institute (NEWRI) and Energy Research Institute @ NTU (ERI@N). Ranked amongst the world’s top universities by QS, NTU has also been named the world’s top young university for the past seven years. The University’s main campus is frequently listed among the Top 15 most beautiful university campuses in the world and has 57 Green Mark-certified (equivalent to LEED-certified) buildings, of which 95% are certified Green Mark Platinum. Apart from its main campus, NTU also has a campus in Novena, Singapore’s healthcare district. Under the NTU Smart Campus vision, the University harnesses the power of digital technology and tech-enabled solutions to support better learning and living experiences, the discovery of new knowledge, and the sustainability of resources. For more information, visit www.ntu.edu.sg About NIE About RSIS About LKCMedicine About NTUItive