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, such as UntroD Capital, Mitsubishi Electric, Seeds Capital, State Government of Victoria, Wavemaker Partners,, 500, SGInnovate, Sparklabs, and Entrepreneur First.

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: $70,000.00 – $90,000.00 per year

Schedule:

• Day shift

Education:

• Masters Degree (Required)

Work Authorisation:

• Australia (Required)

Work Location: In person

Hydroleap is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.