The Bioproducts Discovery and Development Centre (BDDC) at the University of Guelph, seeks highly motivated researchers for Postdoctoral Fellow position –

Pyrolysis of Biomass and their Characterization for Composite Applications

Specific Requirements for this position are:

• A PhD obtained in August 2014 or later, in the area of chemical, materials or polymer science and engineering with a strong publication record in the field of biomass, pyrolysis engineering.
• Must have extensive experience in the pyrolysis of biomass and the characterization of their properties.
• Knowledge and a strong publication record in biomass and pyrolysis engineering, biocarbon, and melt processed bioplastics and composites is required.
• Knowledge in the functionalization of biocarbon, melt processed bioplastics and composites is required.

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

Duration of the contract: One year, with possible extension for an additional year.

Salary: CDN $38,000-$42,000 per annum, plus benefits.

For more information, and how to apply, please see Information Sheet..

Applications are welcome on an ongoing basis. The positions will close when an adequate number of qualified applications are received.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted

Deadline: January 31^st, 2017