Postdoctoral Researcher

Texas A&M University System • Prairie View, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Postdoctoral Researcher will support research in the Bioenergy research thrust as well as new Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF) research in the Center for Energy & Environmental Sustainability (CEES), a NSF-funded and Texas A&M University System-recognized center at Prairie View A&M University. The candidate is expected to have the necessary background and be responsible for all the tasks related to catalytic conversion of cellulosic biomass to Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF) research. This position is funded by a grant or restricted funds. Continued employment is contingent on the renewal of grant or restricted funding. The salary is determined in accordance with the University’s compensation structure and will be commensurate with the candidates’ education and experience, within the assigned salary range for this position.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or related field.
• No prior experience required.
• Knowledge of laboratory chemical synthesis and use of chemical analysis instruments.
• Knowledge of computers and computer software related to the position.

Nice To Haves

• Experiences in use IR, UV-Vis, GC-MS, HPLC and NMR instruments.
• Experiences in use of OriginLab Graphing & Analysis software.

Responsibilities

• Synthesis and characterization of catalysts and testing catalysts for the conversion of cellulosic biomass to hydrocarbon biocrude oils and biofuels.
• Develop proposals for funding, write journal articles and supervise and mentor graduate and undergraduate students with research projects.
• Identify appropriate standard techniques for research and maintain detailed records of data for all the work done in the Center.
• Install, operate, maintain, and repair, as needed, the computers, software, and research equipment.
• Participate in the Center's educational and outreach activities, including workshops and seminars
• Assist with all the necessary reports and cataloging of records and other related tasks.
• Conduct a comprehensive literature review on the topics related to aviation fuels from biomass and other feedstocks and other research areas as needed.
• Perform other duties as needed to assist the center director and the research team.

Benefits

• The salary is determined in accordance with the University’s compensation structure and will be commensurate with the candidates’ education and experience, within the assigned salary range for this position.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree