Faculty Openings in Food, Chemical and Biotechnology

About the role

The Singapore Institute of Technology is seeking experienced academics at all levels—from Lecturer to Full Professor—to join its Food, Chemical and Biotechnology cluster. Successful candidates will teach core chemical and pharmaceutical engineering subjects and lead applied research that supports Singapore’s process industries.

Key responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Engineering and Food Technology.
• Develop and conduct industry‑relevant applied research projects.
• Supervise graduate industry masters and doctorate students.
• Engage in consultancy and collaborative projects with industry partners.

Required profile

• PhD in Chemical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Strong communication skills and high digital literacy.
• Aptitude for applied research that solves real‑world problems.
• Desirable: experience in manufacturing, design or research in process industries, sustainability assessment knowledge, Chartered or Professional Engineer status.

Required skills

• Process monitoring and control.
• Industry 4.0 concepts.
• Modeling and simulation.
• Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) applications.
• Informatics for process and product development, including big‑data analytics.
• Quantitative scientific skills in physical chemistry, biochemistry or formulation.

What we offer

• Competitive remuneration and generous employment benefits.
• Access to research funding for industry‑relevant projects.
• Paid leave for consultancy work with industry.
• Opportunities to inspire and mentor the next generation of skilled graduates.