Senior Principal Scientist III / Programme Director, EDO, ISCE2

Key Responsibilities:

Research Leadership & Management:

• Direct and oversee research programs or centres in catalysis, biomass conversion, and decarbonization technologies.
• Foster collaboration among team members, cross-A*STAR institutes, and Singapore research institutions (universities,polytechnics, etc,) with external partners, government agencies, and key industry stakeholders.
• Develop and manage research projects/programs from conception to execution, ensuring alignment with the ISCE2's strategic directions and objectives/missions.
• Oversee budgeting and resource allocation for research projects/programs.

Innovation & Translational Research & Development

• Drive innovation in the design and synthesis of various thermal catalysts, biomass conversion processes, and other cutting-edge decarbonization solutions.
• Evaluate and implement new research methodologies, technologies, and research avenues to enhance productivity and outcomes.
• Spearhead innovation translational research projects/programs aimed at bridging the gap between laboratory discoveries and real-world applications. This includes identifying promising research outcomes and developing strategies to translate these innovations into scalable technologies for industrial deployment.
• Collaborate with industry partners and stakeholders to ensure research directions align with practical needs in decarbonization and renewable energy, facilitating the adoption of sustainable technologies and practices.
• Build and maintain international partnerships with leading research institutions and industries in the world.
• Represent the institute at various international forums and conferences in the fields of decarbonization, catalysis, and biomass conversion.
• Publish high-impact research findings in top-tier journals and engage with the wider local & global scientific communities to promote the ISCE2's research and its implications for decarbonization and sustainable energy solutions.

Requirements:

Educational Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry or a related field, with a strong emphasis on heterogenous catalysis, decarbonization, biomass conversion and renewable energy.

Experience:

• 20 years of research experience in the relevant fields mentioned above.
• Proven track record of successful leadership in managing large research programs or research groups, preferably within a research institute or academic setting.

Expertise:

• Extensive knowledge and expertise in: design and synthesis of thermal catalysts; heterogeneous catalysis, particularly in relation to decarbonization and renewable energy applications; biomass conversion processes and technologies.
• Recognized authority in the global research community related to catalysis, decarbonization, and biomass conversion.
• Exceptional program/project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills to facilitate collaboration with diverse stakeholders.
• Proven ability to mentor and develop emerging research leaders & group leaders in the relevant fields.

Other requirements

• A significant record of publications in high-impact journals.
• Established authority in the field, with contributions to policy discussions and research initiatives focused on sustainability and decarbonization.
• Demonstrated capacity to think strategically and innovate research directions to address emerging challenges in decarbonization and renewable energy.