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Req Id:  37997
Job Title:  Post Doc Research Assistant - BE
City:  West Lafayette
Job Description: 

Job Summary

The Department of Agricultural and Biological Engineering (ABE) and the Laboratory of Renewable Resource Engineering (LORRE) at Purdue University are seeking a postdoctoral researcher to work on funded research projects focused on biofuel & biochemical synthesis, refining, separation, process optimization, and simulation. The postdoctoral researcher will be supervised by Drs. Junli Liu and Nathan Mosier. Interested candidates should submit an application containing a cover letter detailing their qualifications and interest in the position and CV. The review of applications will continue until the position is filled.

Required Qualifications

  1. Ph.D. in chemical engineering, biological engineering, food processing engineering, or related disciplines
  2. Ability to work independently as well as in collaboration with a research team.
  3. Demonstrated experience in publishing peer-reviewed publications

Preferred Qualification

  1. Familiar with various chemical analyses and characterization instruments
  2. Experience in process modeling using Aspen or other software and TEA analysis
  3. Experience in the synthesis of sustainable aviation fuel, renewable diesel, etc.
  4. Previous experience using high-pressure reactors
  5. Good communication skills and able to work with people from various backgrounds.

Application Requirements

Interested applicants should submit the following files:

  1. A cover letter to briefly introduce your background and experience to show your skills
  2. A detailed CV about your experience
  3. A statement of future related research
  4. The names and contact information of at least two references.


Please send these files in a single PDF document to Dr. Junli Liu (liu18@purdue.edu). The review will start immediately and continue until this opening is filled.

FLSA Status

Exempt
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Posting Start Date:  7/10/25