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Postdoctoral Scholar

The Pennsylvania State University
United States, Pennsylvania, University Park
201 Old Main (Show on map)
Dec 23, 2024
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday. CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday. If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click "Apply" and complete the application process for external applicants. JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS: Post-Doctoral Scholar Researcher: Biochar Production The Pennsylvania State University is seeking qualified applicants for a Post-Doctoral Scholar Researcher position working on the topic of Biochar Production.The successful candidate will lead research on the USDA-funded project titled "The Dark Side Of Biochar: Addressing The Threat Of Organic Contaminant Residues In Biorefinery Char Products."Tasks will include sourcing and preparing samples, constructing and utilizing test equipment, analyzing data, and preparing research manuscripts for publication. Travel may be required for meetings with partner institutions and to present findings at professional meetings.The successful candidate will carry out this research in conjunction with an international project team of researchers and industry stakeholders to determine the role of biochar production conditions on organic compound offgassing and redeposition. The ideal candidate will hold an earned Ph.D. degree in Agricultural Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field and will have experience with research on biochar production, organic compound offgassing and redeposition, and design of thermal processing systems as well as modeling of these systems.A track record of successful research in this field is preferred, and excellent communication skills are essential.The successful candidate must have completed all Ph.D. degree requirements by the appointment date. The position is structured as a one-year term position, which is renewable based on performance and available project funds.For any questions, contact Daniel Ciolkosz at dec109@psu.edu. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. However, applicants are encouraged to submit their applications by December 31, 2024, for full consideration.The preferred start date for this position is September 1, 2025. CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS: Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here. Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. EEO IS THE LAW Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473. Federal Contractors Labor Law Poster PA State Labor Law Poster Affirmative Action Penn State Policies Copyright Information Hotlines University Park, PA