Research Fellow (Low Carbon Concrete - IBA)

Nanyang Technological University Singapore seeks a Research Fellow for a project on low carbon concrete with reused IBA. The role involves developing new materials, testing advanced concrete, and conducting cost-benefit analyses. Candidates should hold a PhD and have relevant research experience, particularly in sustainable concrete and material analysis. The position is full-time and based in Singapore.
Globally recognized as a leading research and technology organization, the Nanyang Environment and Water Research Institute (NEWRI) addresses national priorities through its diverse expertise in Biotechnology and Bioprocesses, Membrane Technology, Chemicals and Materials, Resource Recovery, and Modeling & Artificial Intelligence. By harnessing its cross-cutting, interdisciplinary, and transformative capabilities, NEWRI drives innovation in water circularity and sustainability, next-generation solid waste solutions, circular economy resource recovery, climate resilience and digitalization.

For more details, please view https://www.ntu.edu.sg/newri.

We are looking for a Research Fellow to work on low carbon concrete with reused IBA. The role will focus on focus on research and development of new materials related to the project.

Key Responsibilities
• Responsible for new low carbon materials incorporated with reused IBA;
• Test all relevant aspects of advanced concrete material developed;
• Conduct cost-benefit and LCA analysis of the material developed.
• Conduct research on low carbon concrete/geopolymer material with by-products/waste ingredients. The developed materials may be demonstrated in suitable applications.

Job Requirements
• PhD Degree from a reputable university with relevant research experience/expertise and strong journal publication record.
• Prior experience on similar research and strong record of journal publication and/or IP generation will be favourably reviewed.
• Relevant experiment skills such as nano and/or microstructural based material tailoring, novel and sustainable concrete development, geopolymer or other green cement, mechanical testing, thermal and/or electrical conductivity testing, and material chemical and micro-structural analysis.

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Hiring Institution: NTU