Research Associate-Fixed Term

at  Michigan State University

Dr. Qiang Yang in the School of Packaging at Michigan State University seeks a research associate to work on lignocellulose fractionation.
The primary responsibility of the research associate is to design, develop, and perform experiments and disseminate research results through publications and conferences.
In addition, the research associate will be expected to assist in writing research proposals and mentoring one graduate student and contribute to laboratory maintenance.
The research associate will develop innovative energy-efficient and atmospheric-pressure lignocellulose fractionation platforms that stabilize and functionalize carbohydrates and lignin.
The position is initially for one year and is potentially renewable up to three years, depending upon satisfactory performance.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Experience in the process design and optimization of lignocellulose fractionation and the products (cellulose, hemicellulose, sugars and their derivatives, lignin) separation (e.g., HPLC, TLC) and characterization (e.g., 2D-HSQC NMR, GPC, XRD, SEM, Raman, FTIR) techniques.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

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