UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN-STEVENS POINT

WISCONSIN INSTITUTE FOR SUSTAINABLE TECHNOLOGY       

Colleges of Letters & Science and Natural Resources

Position #09-41AS55   (#1)

Position: Post-doctoral Research Associate

Position Description:
Primary responsibility will be research in biofuels in the area of separation chemistry.  The biofuels process under development at UWSP produces multiple products.  These products must be separated for sale and or further processing.  The candidate should have a background in membrane separation technology.  The project will focus on separating fragmented lignin from solvents, capturing acetic acid from aqueous mixtures, and the separation of mixed alcohols and ketones.  The research associate will work in conjunction with UWSP faculty and staff to develop a research program, run an independent research project and advise undergraduate student research projects. 

Department/University Description:
The Wisconsin Institute for Sustainable Technology at the University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point is offering a postdoctoral associate position in biofuels research. UWSP is a four-year, primarily undergraduate, comprehensive university with an emphasis on teaching. The Wisconsin Institute for Sustainable Technology is a joint program of the colleges of Letters and Science and Natural Resources dedicated to developing renewable energy technologies for sustainable economic development.

Qualifications:
PhD at or near completion in chemistry or chemical engineering is required.  Experience in chemical separation technology is required.  A strong background in membrane separation is preferred. 

Appointment Date:
September 1st, 2009 or as soon as possible. 

Terms of Employment:
Academic Staff, 9 to 12 month grant funded position with potential for renewal.  Full health benefits through the University of Wisconsin System.

Application Procedure:
Send hard copies (no email) of letter of application, curriculum vitae, copies of transcripts of academic work, contact information for 3 references and a statement of research interests to:

Stacey Allen-Bannach
College of Natural Resources Room 100
University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point
800 Reserve Street
Stevens Point, WI, 54481.

Deadline:
Screening of applications will begin on August 10, 2009.  Position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

The University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, minorities, Vietnam era veterans, disabled veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Employment will require a criminal background check.