Description
Posting Details
Position Information
Posting Number PG190700PD
Position Number 00108063
Position Type Post Doc
FLSA Exempt
Departmental Information
Department ID 150301 - Forest Biomaterials
Department 150301 - Forest Biomaterials
Job City & State Raleigh, NC
Position Information
Position Overview
Essential Job Duties
The person will lead research in the development and characterization of
sustainable, renewable, and biodegradable bioproducts. The person will need to
do literature reviews, design experiments, conduct experiments, analyze the
results, communicate the results in oral and verbal presentations, and write
peer reviewed papers on the project. They will need to be skilled in a
chemical, chemical engineering or related lab. The person will need to manage
a lab safely and mentor students. Additionally, this person will manage a USDA
grant that is mainly extension. The person will research, design, and develop
bioeconomy related experiments suitable for teaching purposes. The person will
also be in charge of managing the project overall, making sure the
deliverables are met.
Duties and Responsibilities
Must be able to perform research in a chemistry/materials science lab. Must
be able to manage a program involved in extension in order to teach the
bioeconomy.
Design experiments, perform biodegradation experiments, and perform chemical
modifications of biomass. Perform chemical and physical characterization of
raw materials and final products. Must be able to write reports. Must be able
to develop scientific experiments for teaching and outreach.
Must be able to communicate results.
Must be able to create and present powerpoint presentations, create written
reports, and create peer reviewed papers. Must be able to contribute to
writing research proposals. Must be able to manage a lab and students.Must be
able to lead effort to keep lab well-stocked, clean and safe. Must be able to
mentor students, assisting them in designing experiments and analyzing
results. Must be able to train students on techniques in the lab.
Other Work/Responsibilities
N/A
Requirements and Preferences
Work Schedule Monday-Friday 8am-5pm
Department Required Skills
N/A
Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education
Experience in biomass characterization, processing, and product development or
in biodegradation experimentation. Experience in textiles, paper, or
agriculturally related science fields. Experience in teaching.
Required License or Certification
N/A
Valid NC Driver's License required? Yes
Commercial Driver's License Required? No
Recruitment
Recruitment Details
Anticipated Hiring Range $48,000-50,000
If you anticipate multiple hires from this search, please indicate how many
Recruitment Dates
Job Open Date 05/06/2022
Applicant Information
Quick Link https: // jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/162785
AA/EEO
NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without
regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age,
sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a
disability, or status as a protected veteran.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact
Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu. Individuals
with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the
application and interview process, please call 919-515-3148.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks.
Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must
be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive
credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all
employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons
hired to work in the United States.
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Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Cover Letter
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