Research Fellow/Research Associate, Life Cycle Analysis and Total (Supply Chain) Value Assessment

About TUMCREATE

TUMCREATE is a multidisciplinary research platform of the Technical University Munich (TUM) at the Singapore Campus for Research Excellence and Technological Enterprise (CREATE). We are joining forces with universities, public agencies, and industry for the advancement of future technologies.

Our large-scale Food Science ‘Proteins4Singapore’ program is funded by Singapore’s National Research Foundation (NRF). The Technical University Munich (TUM) and Nanyang Technological University (NTU) join forces with the Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT) and A*STAR’s Singapore Institute of Food and Biotechnology Innovation (SIFBI) to research plant-based proteins.

Please visit www.tum-create.edu.sg for more information about TUMCREATE.

Job Purpose/Objective of the Position:

You will be working in the Proteins4Singapore (P4S) programme, a comprehensive research programme with renowned scientists of plant and food technology, food chemistry, and business sustainability. Interdisciplinary teams will generate state-of-the-art methods and techniques to ensure a sustainable protein supply in highly urbanized environments.

The focus of research is on the evaluation of alternative processes for vertical farming of proteins. We will establish total value assessments of protein supply chains for technologies developed from this project as well as for the major existing animal and plant-based sources of protein. The key methodologies used in this project are life cycle assessment/analysis (LCA), techno-economic analysis (TEA), process modelling and supply chain optimization and analysis. The project will be at the interface of vertical farming/food sciences, LCA, process modelling and supply chain optimization.

Job Responsibilities:

• Data collection for performing LCA calculations for the processes developed in this project from Singapore perspective.
• Performing LCA calculations for evaluating the environmental footprint of different processes / process configurations and comparing them.
• Performing total value assessment of the processes developed in this project.
• Evaluate different modes of soy production and understand the entire supply chain from food security perspective.

Job Requirements/Competencies:

• Good understanding of Life Cycle Analysis theory and calculations
• Experience in using one of the software tools (Gabi / Simapro) for Life Cycle Assessment.
• Experience on products Life Cycle Assessment (LCA), and related standards such as ISO 14044, ISO 14067, GHG Protocol.
• Strong interdisciplinary skills at the intersection of food production, sustainability, life cycle assessments, product supply chains, etc. 
• Self-motivated and quick learner who is passionate about latest trends and technologies in food production / vertical farming.
• Passionate about domain of sustainability and evaluating product and processes to understand environmental and social impact.
• Good team player, able to work with deadlines and dynamic requirements.

Qualification Requirements

• Research Fellow: PhD / Research Associate: Master’s in Engineering/Environmental Engineering/Industrial Engineering or Operations with strong skills in mathematical modelling, process analysis and/or life cycle analysis.
• Experience or interest in using LCA tools and or/process modelling tools and in interdisciplinary work in the sustainability domain.
• Strong skills in English speaking and writing, problem-solving and communication.

What TUM CREATE offers you

• Competitive salary that commensurate with experience
• Medical insurance
• Good amount of leave/vacation days
• Vibrant, modern and positive working environment in Singapore
• Campus-sited office location with a host of facilities
• In-building perks including gym, game room and coffee room

Applications

Please send your application including cover letter and CV to hr@tum-create.edu.sg.

We look forward to your application.