Research Fellow in Atomic Catalysts and Machine Learning at NTU Singapore (Fan Hongjin Lab)
Job Description
The laboratory of Fan Hongjin in NTU’s School of Physical and Mathematical Sciences is hiring a research fellow for a project on the data-driven discovery of atomic catalysts. The fellow will combine DFT and machine learning to predict and understand atomic catalysts, study mechanisms with in-situ or operando techniques, and help run the project, including setting up a battery fabrication line and operando characterisation equipment. Entry-level candidates are welcome.
At a glance
- Position: Research Fellow (R00025731)
- PI: Fan Hongjin, School of Physical and Mathematical Sciences
- Posted: 9 September 2026
- Level: Entry-level PhDs welcome
- Apply: open until filled (re-checked 13 October 2026)
About the atomic catalysts post
- Predict atomic catalysts with DFT and machine learning and explain how they work
- Study mechanisms with in-situ or operando techniques and calculations
- Coordinate with project collaborators and support group experiments
- Help with procurement, a battery fabrication line, operando set-ups and reports
- Report progress to the PI and write one external grant proposal from the results
About the school
NTU’s School of Physical and Mathematical Sciences has divisions of Mathematical Sciences and of Physics and Applied Physics, covering areas such as condensed matter physics, quantum information and photonics.
What NTU is looking for
- A PhD in materials science or applied physics focused on renewable energy
- Proven DFT and machine learning experience, especially for atomic catalysts
- A strong publication record in renewable energy materials, especially electrocatalysis
- Motivation for multidisciplinary work and good teamwork
Pay and location
NTU’s posting does not state a salary or contract length. The post is full time in Singapore.
How to apply
Apply through the official NTU job posting. NTU’s posting does not give a closing date, so the role is open until filled; ResearchJobs.in will re-check this listing on 13 October 2026. NTU notes that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Check the posting for location and work-authorisation details before you apply.
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Hiring institution: Nanyang Technological University
Official advertisement: ntu.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com
How to prepare for this application
- Show both sides: list DFT workflows and ML models you built, and any electrocatalysis experiments.
- Single atoms: revise single-atom catalyst descriptors and stability.
- Grant writing: the post expects one grant proposal; mention any you have written.
- Fresh PhD? Entry-level candidates are explicitly welcome.
About NTU Singapore
Nanyang Technological University is a research-intensive public university in Singapore. Research fellows are PhD-level researchers who work on funded projects under a principal investigator.
