Research Associate: Bioenergy (Process Engineering) 776 views

The group of catalytic process engineering of the laboratory bioenergy and catalysis at Paul Scherrer Institute (PSI) is inviting applications for a Research Associate position in Bioenergy with Emphasis on Process Engineering.

Tasks and responsibilities:

• Participation in ongoing projects for the hydrothermal conversion of biomass (liquefaction, gasification, carbonisation) in the joint institute for biomass and resource efficiency of the PSI and the FHNW
• Planning, execution, evaluation and documentation of experiments with different plants for the hydrothermal conversion of biomass
• Support of the project management in the construction and operation of a pilot plant for the hydrothermal gasification of biomass
• Writing project proposals in the field of bioenergy
• Project management of newly acquired projects
• Writing technical-scientific project reports for industrial partners and authorities
• Assistance in guiding and guiding diploma students, interns, doctoral candidates, students (FHNW and other universities)

Requirements:

• Applicant must hold University degree in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Technical Chemistry, preferably with dissertation, or master’s degree with several years of professional experience
• Practical experience with biomass conversion technologies is an advantage
• Experience in successfully leading applied R & D projects
• Experience with process simulations (ASPEN plus) and techno-economic assessments are an advantage
• Fluent knowledge of German; very good knowledge of English in spoken and written

Applications:

Apply online including publication list and reference addresses with the code number 5101-03.