美国奥本大学化学工程系2025年招聘博士后职位

美国奥本大学化学工程系2025年招聘博士后职位

奥本大学（Auburn University），简称“AU”“Auburn”，创办于1856年，是美国阿拉巴马州最大的大学，也是该州第一个录取黑人学生的传统白人大学。

奥本大学坐落在阿拉巴马州的奥本大学城，距美国东南部第一大城市亚特兰大约一个半小时车程，奥本市是全美著名的大学城，校内设有240,000平方英尺的娱乐和健康中心供学生运动和娱乐，校园餐饮服务提供了丰富多样的餐饮选择，为学生提供了便利，学校还有各种音乐会、文化和体育赛事、国际活动和艺术展览等贯穿全年，2018年《Livability》评选奥本为“最宜居之地”前100位，《普林斯顿评论》也将奥本大学评为“生活质量十佳大学”。

Postdoctoral Scholar/Researcher

Auburn University

Job Description

The Chemical Engineering Department at Auburn University is seeking applications for multiple postdoctoral scholar positions. The postdoctoral scholars will be co-advised by Professor Peter He and Professor Jin Wang. We have a new multi-year and multi-disciplinary research project funded by DOE that aimed at developing an intensified and energy-efficient cultivation, processing, and conversion technology for flue gas-derived algal biomass into aquafeed. The project team includes academic institutions, national lab and public and private companies. The postdoctoral scholars will work with researchers from all team members. Funding is available for two years, with a possibility of renewal for a third year. Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the United States, but the University will consider applicants who require sponsorship for employment visa status.

Candidates must have a PhD in Chemical Engineering, Biosystems Engineering, Environmental Engineering or a related engineering field. Excellent candidates for these positions will have experience with two or more of the following:

• Microalgal or microbial biofilm cultivation, a.k.a., attached cultivation.

• Reactor design, fabrication, and process intensification.

• Algae cultivation, harvesting, drying, and processing.

Candidates are expected to have strong analytical, writing, and presentation skills. Candidates must be able to work in a collaborative environment and be interested in gaining expertise in life cycle assessment and techno-economic modeling.

Responsibilities

In addition to conducting advanced research in reactor design and fabrication, algal cultivation and harvesting, postdoctoral scholars will:

• Perform literature reviews and contribute to high-impact research publications.

• Present findings at academic conferences and to diverse audiences, including stakeholders and the general public.

• Mentor graduate and undergraduate students in related research projects.

• Develop skills in leadership, project management, and communication through structured mentorship and professional development opportunities.

Mentorship and Training Opportunities

Successful candidates will join a vibrant research environment at Auburn University, with access to interdisciplinary collaboration and support from experienced mentors. Scholars will co-develop Individual Development Plans (IDPs) to achieve career and personal development goals.

How to Apply

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the positions are filled. To apply, please submit the following materials via email to qhe@auburn.edu and wang@auburn.edu :

• Cover letter detailing your motivation and relevant experience.

• Curriculum vitae (CV).

• PDFs of two representative publications or writing samples.

• Contact information for three references.

Start Date: Spring/Summer 2025.

Salary: $60,000 - $65,000, plus 11% fringe benefits.

Auburn University is an Equal Opportunity Employer