Research Scientist - Wastewater Treatment

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Research Scientist - Wastewater Treatment This range is provided by Hydroleap. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range A$70,000.00/yr - A$90,000.00/yr Hydroleap is a Singapore-based deep tech startup with a mission of disrupting the wastewater treatment industry. Our cutting-edge electrochemistry technology and innovative approaches to water and waste management have eliminated the need for manual interventions and toxic chemicals, making our solutions fully automated, cost-effective, and environmentally friendly helping industries to be more water and energy-efficient. With multiple successful deployments across the Asia Pacific region, including in the agri-food, oil & gas, data center, desalination, and construction sectors, Hydroleap is significantly impacting how water and wastewater are treated. As a company, we are proud to be backed by an impressive group of governmental and private venture capitalists. Join our team and be a part of a mission-driven organization that is changing the world, one drop of water at a time. Role Overview: We are seeking a motivated and experienced Research Scientist to contribute to the development and implementation of novel water treatment technologies. The successful candidate will work closely with the R&D team to design experiments, validate new technologies, and support product development. This position focuses on hands-on research and technical innovation with minimal managerial responsibilities. Key Responsibilities: Research & Development: Conduct experiments, develop testing protocols, and analyze data to drive the development of innovative water treatment technologies. Prototype Development: Design and execute lab-scale experiments to validate new concepts and technologies. Technical Problem Solving: Address technical challenges with creative and innovative solutions in a collaborative research environment. Regulatory Support: Assist in ensuring all research activities comply with industry standards and regulations. Documentation: Maintain comprehensive records of experiments, data analysis, and findings to support R&D goals and reporting requirements. Collaboration: Work closely with other researchers, engineers, and stakeholders to align research activities with the company’s objectives. Qualifications and Experience: Education: PhD or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related field. Experience: Proven research and laboratory work skills. Hands-on experience working in a research environment, including designing and conducting experiments and analyzing data. Technical Skills: Expertise in designing and conducting experiments related to water treatment technologies. Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret complex data sets. Familiarity with the development and testing of lab-scale systems and prototypes. Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication abilities, particularly for technical documentation and presentations. Regulatory Knowledge: Understanding of industry standards and the regulatory framework related to water treatment technologies. Personal Attributes: Innovative: Driven to develop new solutions to address complex technical challenges. Detail-oriented: Strong attention to detail in research design and data analysis. Collaborative: Team-oriented with a commitment to fostering a positive and productive research environment. Adaptable: Flexible and capable of managing multiple projects in a dynamic setting. Bonus Skills (Preferred but Not Required): Experience in electrochemical technologies such as electro-oxidation and electro-coagulation or electrode development background. Familiarity with control systems and process engineering. Minimum of 3 years working in a research-focused environment. Job Type: Full-time Pay: A$70,000.00 – A$90,000.00 per year Schedule: Day shift Education: Masters Degree (Required) Work Authorisation: Australia (Required) Hydroleap is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Seniority Level Associate Employment Type Full-time Job Function Research, Science, and Engineering #J-18808-Ljbffr