Post Doctoral Scholar

Job Title Post Doctoral Scholar
Requisition Number DU08631
Department Name 81050:BIOSYSTEMS & AGR ENGINEERING
Work Location Lexington, KY
Salary Range TBD
Type of Position Temporary
Position Time Status Full-Time
Required EducationPh.D. in Biosystems and Agricultural Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Biological Engineering, Material Science, Chemistry or related
Required Related ExperienceCandidates should have a good understanding of and experience with lignin based chemicals and materials using thermo-chemical and/or biological processes.
Required License/Registration/CertificationNone
Physical Requirementslifting, pushing or pulling of objects up to 50 lbs.
ShiftMonday-Friday 8:00 am- 5:00 pm (40 hours per week minimum) other hours as experiments may require
Job SummaryWe are seeking one self-motivated Postdoctoral Scholar to conduct research on one or more of the following aspects: biomass feedstock characterization and logistics; catalytic or biological valorization of lignin for chemicals and advanced materials; technoeconomic and life cycle analyses of bioprocesses. Experimental work will be conducted in our well-equipped laboratories at the Department of Biosystems and Agricultural Engineering, University of Kentucky. You will be expected to apply HPLC, GPC, TGA, GC-MS, NMR and other analytical equipment to characterize biomass raw materials, the intermediate streams and end products. You will also be expected to write manuscripts for publication and prepare grant proposals.
Applicants should attach a CV, Cover letter, and list of three professional references. Applicants may contact Dr. Jian Shi (j.shi@uky.edu) for questions regarding job duties and requirements.
Given the COVID-19 pandemic, and the need to protect our university community including our students, staff, faculty and visitors, the University of Kentucky is requiring COVID-19 vaccination for all new hires prior to starting employment. Therefore, as of October 18, 2021, all new hires prior to their first day of employment must submit appropriate documentation showing, i) completion of the first vaccination against COVID-19, or ii) completion of the full vaccination series against COVID-19, or iii) approved exemption (medical contraindications or a sincerely held religious belief) through the formal exemption process from the COVID-19 vaccination requirement. For those employees who have completed the first vaccination against COVID-19 prior to their first day of employment, the second vaccination (if applicable) must be completed following the vaccination recommended schedule to be considered fully vaccinated.
Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesCandidates should have a good understanding of and experience with biomass conversion using thermo-chemical and/or biological processes; experiences in analytical chemistry and biomaterial characterization; excellent communication skills and a demonstrated ability to work productively and independently as part of a multidisciplinary research team
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience
Deadline to Apply 03/01/2022
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