Nano and Advanced Materials Institute (NAMI)
The appointee will work on the development of concrete related materials for construction. He / she will work in a dynamic team which is responsible for:
• Project implementation, including experimental design, laboratory equipment operation, sample preparation, properties characterization, data analysis and performance testing;
• Material formulations development related to 3D printing concrete and up-scale production trial for 3D printing concrete prototypes;
• Operation of different types of 3D printing concrete and parameters adjustment;
• Performing laboratory tests by following international safety standards and safety requirements;
• Prepare projects progress reports, meeting slides, SOPs and related documents;
• Work closely with project sponsors, suppliers, professors and other project related parties;
• Incubate idea to explore the opportunity of cooperation with industry partners; and
• Performing other duties assigned by supervisor.
• PhD / MPhil / MSc degree in Civil Engineering or related disciplines focusing on 3D printing concrete, low carbon concrete and composites materials related technologies; Fresh graduates is also welcome;
• Hands-on experience in various types of construction R&D work, including formulation optimization of cement, concrete and geopolymer, and common performance testing of construction materials;
• Wholehearted application to work with high motivation;
• Work independently and able to communicate in teamwork;
• Positive, analytical, critical thinking and good troubleshooting skill;
• Have a sense of ownership for his / her work and be willing to work under pressure; and
• Good command of English and Chinese, articulate report writing/presentation skills as well as abilities in literature/patent search.