Biochar Composite Materials Postdoc — R&D & Processing Lead

BioBuilt Technologies; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Biobuilt Technologies seeks a postdoctoral researcher to lead applied R&D, focusing on materials formulation, processing optimization, and performance testing for environmental applications. The role is on-site at a federal research facility in Madison, WI, within a collaboration between Biobuilt Technologies and the host institution.

The candidate will design experiments, fabricate samples, and characterize materials using SEM, XRD, and thermal analysis, coordinating with external labs for

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Chemistry or related field.
• Hands-on experience with thermal materials processing (e.g., pyrolysis, carbonization, sintering).
• Experience with materials characterization techniques (SEM, XRD, thermal analysis, surface area analysis).
• Strong written communication skills for technical reporting.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute experiments evaluating material formulations and processing parameters to improve product performance and cost-effectiveness.
• Develop and fabricate material samples across formulations and geometries for internal evaluation and third-party testing.
• Characterize material properties using standard techniques (e.g., SEM, XRD, thermal analysis, surface area analysis).
• Coordinate with external third-party testing laboratories for performance validation.
• Maintain detailed lab notebooks and prepare technical reports summarizing experimental results.
• Collaborate with host facility staff on equipment use, safety protocols, and scheduling.
• Support documentation of research outcomes, including IP-related findings.

Skills

Thermal materials processing

Materials characterization

Scientific writing

Lab collaboration

Education

Ph.D. in Materials Science/Chemical/Environmental Eng/ Chemistry

Tools

SEM

XRD

Thermal analysis

Surface area analysis

Job description

Biobuilt Technologies seeks a postdoctoral researcher to lead applied R&D, focusing on materials formulation, processing optimization, and performance testing for environmental applications. The role is on-site at a federal research facility in Madison, WI, within a collaboration between Biobuilt Technologies and the host institution.

The candidate will design experiments, fabricate samples, and characterize materials using SEM, XRD, and thermal analysis, coordinating with external labs for