Research Fellow – Environmental Engineering & Microbiology

About the role

The School of Materials Science and Engineering at NTU seeks a Research Fellow with expertise in environmental engineering and microbiology. The role focuses on innovative research into bioflocs within climate‑resilient aquaculture systems, collaborating across Singapore and China.

Key responsibilities

• Lead a project under a larger Singapore‑China research programme.
• Design, execute, and optimise experiments with scientific rigor.
• Collect, analyse, and interpret experimental data.
• Prepare technical reports, scientific papers, and presentations.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary researchers and industry partners.

Required profile

• PhD in environmental engineering, biochemical engineering, environmental biotechnology/microbiology or a related field.
• Documented research experience in microbial biotechnology (e.g., journal publications).
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team.

Required skills

• Microbial biotechnology
• Biofilm or biofloc research
• Experimental design and data analysis

What we offer

• Opportunity to conduct high‑impact interdisciplinary research.
• Collaboration with leading aquaculture industry partners.
• Access to NTU’s state‑of‑the‑art facilities and research community.