Join Us!
We are always looking for talented researchers at all levels to join our team. Our research projects are generally centered around studying electrochemical transformations for applications in energy storage and conversion using atomistic simulations, machine learning, and kinetic modeling. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in one or more of the following areas: computational chemistry, statistical mechanics, machine learning, python programming.
We offer a positive, supportive, and international research environment, and we value diversity, creativity, and personal growth. We are committed to increasing diversity in science and especially encourage applications from under-represented groups.
NOTE: Due to the large volume of emails, Nitish is unable to respond to all inquiries about openings in DELI Lab. To maximize your chance for a response, avoid using generic email templates and state how your previous research experiences align with ongoing efforts in the group.
Prospective Candidates
Postdoctoral Researchers: We currently do not have openings for postdoc positions. If you are interested in joining and have independent funding, please email Nitish.
PhD students: Please make sure you fulfill the requirements for admission to the department (Chemistry or Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering) before contacting me. There are several fellowships available for talented PhD students (see below).
Undergraduate students (NTU): Please email Nitish if you are interested in joining our group.
Undergraduate students (External): Please take a look at this webpage before emailing Nitish on possible opportunities.
Scholarships/Fellowships
There are several fellowship programs for graduate students and postdocs applying to NTU. Please contact Nitish to discuss options before submitting your application.
Undergraduate applicants (External)
PhD applicants
Nanyang President’s Graduate Scholarship (NPGS)
Singapore International Graduate Award (SINGA)
Postdoctoral applicants
Presidential Postdoctoral Fellowship (PPF)
The Eric and Wendy Schmidt AI in Science Postdoctoral Fellowship
Current openings
PhD position in atomistic simulations of molten salts for methane pyrolysis (Spring 2026 intake)
We are looking to hire a PhD student (fully funded) starting January 2026 to work on using atomistic simulations to study molten salt systems for methane pyrolysis. The project will also involve close collaboration with (international) experimental groups. Contact Nitish with a cover letter and CV if you’re interested in the position and fulfill the admission requirements (see above).