SCIENTIST – ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS

Job Overview

We are seeking a Scientist to implement the research and development of high-performance anisotropic crystalline materials. This role focuses on the synthesis, phase optimization, and microstructural engineering of metallic compounds designed for high-energy density applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Microstructural Engineering: Design and optimize grain boundary chemistry and phase distribution to enhance intrinsic material properties.
• Process Innovation: Implement R&D efforts in vacuum induction melting, strip casting, and sophisticated powder metallurgy techniques (micron-level milling and orientation).
• Characterization & Analysis: Utilize SEM/EDX and XRD to correlate processing parameters with material performance.
• Thermal Stability Research: Develop strategies to improve performance consistency under extreme thermal and environmental conditions.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with the production team to translate laboratory-scale breakthroughs into high-yield manufacturing processes.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• PhD in Materials Science, Solid-State Physics, Metallurgy or a related field
• In-depth understanding of crystalline anisotropy
• Hands-on experience with oxygen-sensitive material handling and inert atmosphere processing
• Familiarity with sintering kinetics andpost-sintering thermal treatments
• Minimum of 3–5 years working in industrial R&D setting focusing on functional metallic alloys or intermetallic compounds
• Strong proficiency in English; Mandarin and/or other additional language skills are an advantage for global collaboration
• Requires frequent travel, with approximately 50% of time based in Singapore and 50% overseas