Postdoctoral Research Associate
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Job no: 521672
Work type: Research Faculty
Senior management: Agriculture & Life Sciences
Department: Biological Systems Engineering
Location: Blacksburg, Virginia
Categories: Agriculture / Life Science
The position is immediately available. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. The initial appointment will be for one year with possibility for extension based on performance. The successful candidate will closely work with Dr. Zhiwu (Drew) Wang on delivering both federal and industrial projects on the topics of advanced bioprocesses for resource recovery and pollutant removal. The successful candidate will also have opportunities to be involved in grant writings, graduate student mentoring, and project leading.
Ph.D. in Chemical/Environmental/Biological Engineering, or a related field earned no more than four years prior to the effective date of the appointment with a minimum of one year of eligibility remaining; Excellent writing skill and productive publication record.
Research experience in bioreactor design and operation; Self-motivated to lead research endeavor; Good human skill to interact with external collaborators; Desire to publish high quality research articles.
Commensurate with Experience
10/28/2022 (or open until filled)
The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.
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If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Dr. Zhiwu Wang at wzw@vt.edu during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.
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