Project Officer (Materials Science & Engineering/Materials Science/Polymer Chemistry/Chemical Engineering/Nanotechnology/Physics/Electrochemistry)

Established in 2010, the Energy Research Institute @ NTU (ERI@N) is a pan-university research institute that focuses on systems-level research for tropical megacities. It performs translational research that covers the energy value chain from generation to innovative end-use solutions, motivated by industrialisation and deployment. ERI@N has multiple Interdisciplinary Research Programmes which focus on translational Research, Development & Deployment which focus on specific area of the energy value chain, and a number of Living labs and Testbeds which facilitate large scale technology deployment enabling validation and demonstration of real-world applications.

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

The candidate’s scope of work will include the following:

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  Assist in the characterisation of carbonaceous materials (e.g., graphite, hard carbon, soft carbon, graphene, carbon nanotubes) used in lithium-ion batteries.

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  Support routine material characterisation and analysis using techniques such as:

a. X-ray diffraction (XRD)

b. Raman spectroscopy

c. BET surface area analysis

d. Scanning electron microscopy (SEM)

e. Thermogravimetric analysis (TGA)

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  Assist with battery electrode preparation and coin cell assembly.

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  Conduct basic electrochemical testing, including:

a. Cyclic voltammetry (CV)

b. Galvanostatic charge–discharge testing

c. Electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS)

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  Collect, organise, and maintain experimental data and laboratory records.

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  Prepare summaries, technical slides, and reports for internal discussions.

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  Support general laboratory operations, equipment maintenance, and safety procedures.

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  Work collaboratively with team members on battery materials research projects

• Possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Materials Science & Engineering. in Materials Science, Polymer Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline (e.g., Nanotechnology, Physics, or Electrochemistry).

• Basic knowledge in the characterisation of carbonaceous materials or battery electrode materials. Hands-on experience will be advantageous.

• Basic or prior knowledge in solid-state characterisation techniques, particularly Raman spectroscopy, XRD, SEM/TEM, and BET surface analysis.

• Experience with Li-ion battery fabrication and electrochemical testing (e.g., coin cells, pouch cells, or prototype assemblies) is strongly preferred.

• Familiarity with surface functionalisation, defect engineering, and doping strategies for carbon materials is an advantage.

• Demonstrated ability to support the team and contribute creatively to multidisciplinary R&D projects.

• Evidence of scientific contribution in relevant research areas is strongly preferred (FYP, URECA).

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to support, prepare technical reports and presentations effectively.

• A collaborative team player with strong interpersonal skills and a proactive, willingness to learn mindset.

• Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple tasks, and meet tight project deadlines.

• Demonstrated sense of responsibility, attention to detail, and commitment to high-quality work

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