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The Department of Bioproducts and Biosystems at the Aalto University School of Chemical Engineering is presently looking for a

Postdoctoral researcher in the area of Textile Engineering and Chemistry

Job description

Quite recently, we have developed a novel air-gap Lyocell spinning process using an ionic liquid as a direct cellulose solvent. The process is known as Ioncell process. The staple fiber production is currently possible in 100 g-batches. In a next step, the batch-mode production shall be upgraded to a continuous-mode production unit. The tasks of the postdoctoral researcher include the optimization of the fiber spinning and the fiber after treatment (spin finish) as well as the coordination of the entire textile chain. In addition to research work, person hired is expected to participate in the supervision of students and teaching following the standard practices at the department. For more information about the department http://bio2.aalto.fi/en/.

Research group

The position is in the Chemical Pulping and Wood refineries research group lead by Prof. Herbert Sixta. The research group focuses on the fractionation of lignocellulosic raw materials into its polymeric and non-polymeric constituents and developing new routes for their chemical and biochemical conversion into high-value added products.

Requirements

The eligible candidate should have a solid background in polymer chemistry and/or textile technology/ engineering and some experience in textile manufacturing processes including textile finishing.

The candidate should also have:

• PhD in a suitable field
• High motivation for research
• Good written and oral communication skills in English
• Experience in carrying out independent research and working in a team environment

Salary

Salary is determined according to the salary system of Aalto University.

For more information

For additional information, please contact Professor Herbert Sixta (herbert.sixta@aalto.fi) (in matters related to the recruitment process, HR Coordinator Sanni Mero (sanni.mero@aalto.fi).

How to apply

The application should include the following:

• cover letter
• CV
• list of publications
• short research interest description
• course transcripts of Doctoral degree with grades and Certificate of Doctoral degree
• referees with contact details

All material should be provided in English. The application materials will not be returned.

Please send your application, at earliest convenience and no later than 08.03.2017 through the online recruitment system (link below).

Apply here: http://www.aalto.fi/en/about/careers/jobs/view/1205/

Aalto University reserves the right for justified reasons to leave the position open, to extend the application period and to consider candidates who have not submitted applications during the application period.