Research Assistant (Biohybrids), ChBE

University-Level Unit:
College of Design and Engineering

Faculty/Department-Level Unit:
Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering

Employee Category:
Research Staff

Location:
Kent Ridge Campus

Posting Start Date:
30/04/2026

Job Description

• The Research Assistant will support the development of biohybrid systems that integrate functional materials with non-photosynthetic microbes for light-driven chemical production.
• The Research Assistant will assist in microbial cultivation, materials synthesis and integration, biohybrid fabrication, and characterization of solar-to-chemical conversion performance.

Job Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant area such as Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Bioengineering, Biotechnology, Microbiology, Chemistry, or a closely related discipline.
• Basic laboratory training and experience in materials synthesis, microbial culture, biochemical assays, or related experimental work.
• Interest in biohybrid systems, solar-to-chemical conversion, engineered microbes, functional materials, or sustainable biomanufacturing.
• This position is available from July 2026

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