Research Associate-Fixed Term

Research Associate-Fixed Term

Dr. Qiang Yang in the School of Packaging at Michigan State University seeks a research associate to work on lignocellulose fractionation.

The primary responsibility of the research associate is to design, develop, and perform experiments and disseminate research results through publications and conferences.

In addition, the research associate will be expected to assist in writing research proposals and mentoring one graduate student and contribute to laboratory maintenance.

The research associate will develop innovative energy-efficient and atmospheric-pressure lignocellulose fractionation platforms that stabilize and functionalize carbohydrates and lignin.

The position is initially for one year and is potentially renewable up to three years, depending upon satisfactory performance.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Doctorate in Pulping, Polymer Chemistry, Material Science Engineering, or related fields.

Experience in the process design and optimization of lignocellulose fractionation and the products (cellulose, hemicellulose, sugars and their derivatives, lignin) separation (e.g., HPLC, TLC) and characterization (e.g., 2D-HSQC NMR, GPC, XRD, SEM, Raman, FTIR) techniques.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Please submit the following application materials online .edu:

For more information, please contact Dr. Qiang Yang (yangqi
22).

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

A background check is required for employment.