PhD Student and Postdoctoral Fellow Positions: The Department of Chemical and Petroleum Engineering at the University of Calgary is inviting applications for a PhD Student and a Postdoctoral Fellow to contribute to the development of Sustainable Biofuels from Microalgae. This research is part of an international consortium: SUSTEPS Consortium.
Open Positions:
| Designation | Research Area | Location | Eligibility/Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|
| PhD Student | Sustainable Advanced Biofuels | University of Calgary, Canada | Recent M.Sc. or B.Sc. in Chemical Engineering, Biotechnology, or related disciplines. Strong foundations in mass transfer operations, separation processes, and bioreaction engineering. Prior experience with sterile cultures is highly desired. |
| Postdoctoral Fellow | Sustainable Advanced Biofuels | University of Calgary, Canada | Ph.D. degree in Chemical Engineering or related fields awarded within the last three years. Demonstrated experience in microbial or cell cultures. Experience with designing, operating, and maintaining photobioreactors for microalgae is preferable. Skills in extraction and analysis of lipids, carbohydrates, and culture media. Ability to design, document, and execute moderately complex experimental procedures. Strong interpersonal skills, enthusiasm for collaborative research. Openness to learning and development. |
Job Description:
PhD Student and Postdoctoral Fellow Positions in Sustainable Advanced Biofuels
- Conduct research on the development of Sustainable Biofuels from Microalgae.
- For PhD Student: Build on foundations in mass transfer operations, separation processes, and bioreaction engineering. Operate and maintain sterile cultures.
- For Postdoctoral Fellow: Utilize expertise in microbial or cell cultures, design and maintain photobioreactors for microalgae. Perform extraction and analysis of lipids, carbohydrates, and culture media. Provide technical support for team members.
How to Apply:
- Send your application package to h.siegler@ucalgary.ca, with the email subject “SUSTEPS – PHD/PDF position.”
- Application package must include a cover letter, indicating date of availability, motivation for the position, and a summary of past and current research interests and accomplishments. Also, include official or unofficial transcripts from previous university studies, and a resume or curriculum vitae (CV).
Last Date for Apply:
- Application deadline: Not specified. Apply at the earliest.
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