BDDC Positions Available - Postdoctoral Fellow

2015-11-06

The Bioproducts Discovery and Development Centre (BDDC) at the University of Guelph, seeks highly motivated researchers for Postdoctoral Fellow positions to support and advance research activities at the BDDC. Specific positionsavailable at present time are:

·   Renewable bio-carbon and carbonaceous thermoplastic biocomposites (1 position); Prior experience in reactive extrusion and injection moulding is required for this position.

·   Rubber and bio-carbon based biocomposites (1 position); Prior experience and education background in rubber technology and rubber-based composites are required for this position.

The selected candidate will have the opportunity to work with senior scientists from different areas (materials science and engineering, chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, polymer chemistry, packaging and plant agriculture) and will have the chance to work collaboratively with industrial partners.

How to Apply

Applicants must hold a PhD degree in the field of Engineering and Science (polymer engineering/ chemistry/ material science), or a related discipline.

Please send your application package to bddcpositions@uoguelph.ca.

Each application package must contain:
- a cover letter outlining qualifications for the specific position applied and earliest date of availability, if selected;
- 2-page summary outlining your interest and motivation to work in the Bioproducts Discovery and Development Centre (BDDC) – for each position applying;
- up to date CV (curriculum vitae) with contact information for three professional/academic references (with contact details); and
- 2 or 3 of your scientific publications (of your choice) in pdf format.
If applying for multiple positions, you must send separate application package for each position you are applying for.
 
Application deadline: Applications are welcome on an ongoing basis, up to January 15, 2016, or until positions are filled. 
 
Expected start date:  Negotiable
Duration of the contract: one year, with possible extension for additional year.
Salary: 38,000 - 45,000 per annum, plus benefits
Number of positions available: 2

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

University of Guelph is an equal opportunity employer.