Cannabis Research Assistant Microalgae Cultivation Jobs

Requisition Number:

42936

Location:

Boulder, Colorado

Employment Type:

Research Faculty

Schedule:

Full-Time

Posting Close Date:

03-Oct-2022

Date Posted:

21-Sep-2022
Job Summary
The Department of Civil, Environmental & Architectural Engineering at the University of Colorado Boulder is seeking a highly motivated and independent scholar with training and deep expertise the areas of microalgae cultivation and scale-up. The research assistant will oversee the installation and operation of laboratory-scale photobioreactor systems and design and conduct coccolithophore microalgae growth optimization experiments. The research assistant will be expected to contribute to enhancing the vision and mission of a vibrant, cross-disciplinary collaborative research team at the University of Colorado Boulder at the intersection of microbiology, cement chemistry, materials science, and civil and architectural engineering.
The University of Colorado Boulder is committed to building a culturally diverse community of faculty, staff, and students dedicated to contributing to an inclusive campus environment. We are an Equal Opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Who We Are

The Department of Civil, Environmental and Architectural Engineering and the Materials Science and Engineering Program invites applications for a research assistant position in the Living Materials Laboratory under the supervision of Prof. Wil Srubar. In concert with the National Renewable Energy Laboratory, the National Institute of Standards and Technology, the United States Geological Survey, which are also located in the area, the University of Colorado provides an outstanding, world-class environment for conducting advanced materials science research at the bleeding edge.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

• Oversee the installation and operation of a 100-1000 L photobioreactor system.
• Design and conduct coccolithophore microalgae growth experiments in support of project goals and milestones.
• Design and conduct fundamental biological experiments in support of project goals and milestones.
• Assist with the design and execution of alternative cement-based materials science/materials characterization experiments in support of project goals and milestones.
• Work collaboratively with a diverse, interdisciplinary team of graduate students and research scientists, internal and external to the University of Colorado Boulder.
• Collect, prepare, and analyze data for publication in high-quality scientific journals.
• Prepare visual media for scientific and technical audiences.
• Participate in innovation and entrepreneurship training programs, conferences, and workshops.
• Interface with public and private funding agencies and industrial partners, as appropriate.

What You Should Know

All University of Colorado Boulder employees are required to comply with the campus COVID-19 vaccine requirement. New employees must provide proof of vaccination or receive a medical or religious exemption within 30 days of employment.

What We Can Offer

The annual salary range associated with this position is $60,000 to $90,000.

Benefits
The University of Colorado offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO Pass. The University of Colorado Boulder is one of the largest employers in Boulder County and offers an inspiring higher education environment. Learn more about the University of Colorado Boulder.
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What We Require

• A M.S. or Ph.D. in biological engineering, environmental engineering, or a related field.
• 2-5 years of relevant industrial experience in scaling microalgae cultivation from the benchtop to industrial-scale production.

What You Will Need

• Excellent technical writing skills, as evidenced by multiple high-quality peer-reviewed publications.
• An ability to work independently in an exciting, high-paced environment and possess a strong passion for (and commitment to) sustainability and interdisciplinary research.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• A strong interest in innovation, commercialization, and entrepreneurship.

What We Would Like You To Have

• An expertise and/or interest in coccolithophore microalgae cultivation is highly desired.
• More than 5 years of relevant industrial experience in scaling microalgae cultivation from the benchtop to industrial-scale production .

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials:

• Cover Letter
• Resume/CV
• Optional: Proof of Degree

• If you are selected as the finalist, your degree will be verified by the CU Boulder Campus Human Resources department using an approved online vendor. However, if your degree was obtained outside of the United States, please submit a translated version (if applicable) as an optional attachment.

• During the application process you will need to enter contact information for one reference who will be contacted to provide a letter of recommendation immediately after you apply.

Please apply by October 3, 2022 for consideration.

Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs.

Posting Contact Information

Posting Contact Name: Boulder Campus Human Resources

Posting Contact Email: [email protected]

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