Postdoctoral Positions – Queen’s University: The Waste & Wastewater Biorefinery Lab (WWBL) at Queen’s University, Kingston, Canada, is seeking highly motivated individuals for Postdoctoral Research Positions in the field of Energy and Resource Recovery from Organic Waste. The selected candidates will join a large interdisciplinary research project funded by federal grants, focusing on energy and resource recovery from organic waste. The research team encompasses expertise in bioprocess engineering, waste valorization, circular economy, waste policies, sociology, life cycle assessment, and large data optimization. The positions offer opportunities for independent research aligned with career goals, collaboration with external partners, and participation in conferences and professional development events.
Summary Table:
- Job Title: Postdoctoral Research Positions – Energy and Resource Recovery from Organic Waste
- Research Area: Environmental engineering, chemical engineering, civil engineering, biotechnology, or related disciplines focusing on energy and resource recovery from organic waste.
- Location: Queen’s University, Kingston, Ontario, Canada
- Required Qualification: Ph.D. degree in the relevant discipline
- Remuneration: Annual compensation ranging from $55,000 to $65,000 (commensurate with experience) with benefits included
- Start Date: January 2024 (negotiable)
- Duration of Appointment: Initially one year, with the potential for a three-year extension
- How to Apply: Submit the required documents to queensu@gmail.com by July 30, 2023, for full consideration
- Last Date for Apply: July 30, 2023
Designation: Postdoctoral Researcher
Research Area: Energy and Resource Recovery from Organic Waste
Location: Queen’s University, Kingston, Ontario, Canada
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Ph.D. degree in environmental engineering, chemical engineering, civil engineering, biotechnology, or a related discipline focusing on energy and resource recovery from organic waste
- Strong background and experience in the biological and/or thermochemical conversion of organic waste
- Proficiency in setting up and maintaining lab-scale bioreactors such as anaerobic digesters
- Excellent writing skills with a track record of publications
- Excellent communication, time management, and collaboration skills
- Demonstrated ability to train and supervise students
Job Description:
Postdoctoral Research Positions – Energy and Resource Recovery from Organic Waste
The selected candidates will be responsible for the following duties and responsibilities:
- Designing and executing research to convert organic waste into energy and other value-added products
- Conducting literature reviews to identify research gaps and inform experimental design
- Setting up and operating laboratory-scale bioprocess systems, such as anaerobic digesters
- Analyzing experimental data using statistical methods and data visualization techniques
- Preparing scientific reports and research papers for publication
- Training and supervising graduate and undergraduate students
- Coordinating course delivery, sample, and data transfer between universities and industry partners
- Engaging in professional development activities to stay updated in the field
How to Apply: To apply for this position, please submit the following documents to queensu@gmail.com before July 30, 2023, for full consideration:
- A one-page cover letter describing your related research experience and how you fit the position
- A CV including a list of publications and contact information for two academic references
Last Date for Apply: July 30, 2023
Contact Information: Queen’s University Kingston, Ontario K7L 3N6, Canada Email: hradmin@queensu.ca Reference this posting for accommodations during the application and/or interview process.
