Project Officer (Environmental Engineering / Microbiology)

About the role

The School of Materials Science and Engineering (MSE) at Nanyang Technological University (NTU) is recruiting a Project Officer with expertise and experience in Environmental Engineering and/or Microbiology. The role engages in research on the formation, structure and function of bioflocs in climate-resilient aquaculture systems, within a multidisciplinary, multi-institutional team that interacts with industry leaders in aquaculture. The project is led under a larger research programme between Singapore and China.

Key responsibilities

• Lead a project under a larger research programme between Singapore and China
• Design, perform and optimise experiments with scientific rigor
• Collect, analyse and interpret experimental data
• Communicate findings through technical reports, papers and presentations
• Work collaboratively with researchers from diverse backgrounds

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in environmental engineering, biochemical engineering, environmental biotechnology/microbiology or a related field in science or engineering
• Solid foundation in microbial biotechnology, shown by documented research experience such as journal publications
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary research team
• Research experience in biofilm- or biofloc-related topics is highly desirable