Biorefining Reaction Engineering Postdoc

National Laboratory of the Rockies; Golden (CO); On-site; USD 76,600 - 126,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

403(b) Employee Savings Plan with employer match

Paid holidays

Job summary

The National Laboratory of the Rockies is seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher in Reaction Engineering for Biorefining to join their Chemical Catalysis and Reaction Engineering group. This role involves research on converting biomass and waste feedstocks into useful products, focusing on improving atom economy in pulping processes.

The ideal candidate will have a recent PhD and experience in reaction engineering. Competitive salary and robust benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Must be a recent PhD graduate within the last three years.
• Demonstrated experience in reaction engineering.
• Ability to design and operate novel reactor systems.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on biomass and waste feedstock conversion.
• Perform lignin oxidation catalysis and reaction engineering.
• Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team of researchers.

Skills

Reaction engineering

Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

Communication of scientific results

Understanding of transport phenomena

Work in multidisciplinary teams

Education

PhD in a relevant field

Tools

Analytical measurement techniques (e.g., GC-MS)

Job description

The National Laboratory of the Rockies is seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher in Reaction Engineering for Biorefining to join their Chemical Catalysis and Reaction Engineering group. This role involves research on converting biomass and waste feedstocks into useful products, focusing on improving atom economy in pulping processes.

The ideal candidate will have a recent PhD and experience in reaction engineering. Competitive salary and robust benefits are offered.