Postdoc Research Associate - Lignin Foam & Polymers

University of Tennessee, Knoxville; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, invites applications for a 12-month grant-funded research appointment in the Center for Renewable Carbon. The role focuses on experiment design, data analysis, reporting, publication, and collaboration with the project team.

Anticipated start date is January 1, 2027, with possible renewal pending funding and performance. The position is onsite in Knoxville, TN, and supports an NSF Engine’s project on lignin foam products.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in chemistry, polymer science, wood science, composite, or a closely related field completed before the position start date.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design experiments, analyze data, report, publish, and contribute to related work.
• Collaborate with the whole project team and researchers across disciplines.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

Ph.D. in chemistry or related field

Job description

The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, invites applications for a 12-month grant-funded research appointment in the Center for Renewable Carbon. The role focuses on experiment design, data analysis, reporting, publication, and collaboration with the project team.

Anticipated start date is January 1, 2027, with possible renewal pending funding and performance. The position is onsite in Knoxville, TN, and supports an NSF Engine’s project on lignin foam products.