Job Responsibilities
-Work with project PI to develop robust catalysts (3 or more) that convert low-quality used cooking oil to sustainable aviation fuel
-Assist in synthesis and formulation of the catalyst, and testing of the catalyst in hydroprocessing using pressurized H2 in small scale Parr reactors.
-Assist in experimental design and optimize parameters required for the lab-scale to large-scale reactions (>500g) for synthesis of the catalysts using solution and/or solid-state methodologies
-Assist in experimental design and optimize parameters required for the lab-scale to large-scale hydroprocess reactions in large-scale 1L Parr reactors.
-Perform scale-up the pre-treatment process, several litres per batch, using large-scale equipment such as the liquid-liquid extractor unit
-Characterization of the catalyst candidates using
-Presentation at regular project meetings and summarize results in reports
Job requirements:
-A degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering or Chemistry
-At least 2 years of experience
-Knowledge in synthesis and characterization of compounds (powders)
-Knowledge in use of characterization equipment such as PXRD, SEMEDX, XRF, TEM, DLS etc.
-Proactive, team player and good problem-solving skills
-Data analysis and interpretation skills
-Excellent oral/written communication
-Experience in scaled up reactions (>5 L) is preferred
The above eligibility criteria are not exhaustive. A*STAR may include additional selection criteria based on its prevailing recruitment policies. These policies may be amended from time to time without notice. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
