Research Associates; Bioresin

Job Description

The Department of Chemical and Petroleum Engineering at College of Engineering, United Arab Emirates University calls for application for Research Associates in bio‑based materials. The candidate will receive a research grant for four months and work under the supervision of Professor Mohammad Jawaid.

• Extraction of lignin using natural deep eutectic solvents from biomass
• Characterisation of extracted lignin from biomass
• Modification of lignin to biobased resin
• Testing extracted and modified lignin using advanced characterization techniques such as thermal analysis, structural, morphological, NMR, UV spectroscopy, particle size analysis (PSA), Brunauer–Emmett–Teller (BET) analysis
• Present and report research results at national and international conferences and publish scientific results in peer‑reviewed Q1 journals

• Appropriate educational degree in material science or related fields
• Skilled in material science
• Research experience in extraction and synthesis of lignin and biorefinery
• Ability to fabricate and characterize composites and nanocomposites
• Good technical writing skills and publication record
• Flexible approach and initiative in executing the role

• Background in material science/polymer composites or related area
• Willingness to support lab work
• Adaptable and flexible to continuous changes in research demands
• Commitment to provide a safe and healthy workplace

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Close Date:
30/04/2026