Assistant Research Professor - Biocarbon and Biomaterials

Job Description

Overview

Department of Biosystems Engineering

Assistant Research Professor in Biocarbon and
Biomaterials

The Department of Biosystems Engineering of the College of
Agriculture at Auburn University is seeking applications for the
position of Assistant Research Professor in Biocarbon and
Biomaterials. This faculty position is a full-time, twelve-month,
non-tenure track research appointment renewable annually,
contingent upon satisfactory performance and funding. Full-time
positions are eligible for benefits, including health insurance.
The projected start date is June 1, 2027.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for developing an
engineering research program focused on capturing nutrients and
emerging contaminants from water and soil bodies using engineered
biochar and biobased materials. Further, the candidate is expected
to valorize biochar for high-value market applications, such as
energy storage. The successful candidate will exhibit excellent
interpersonal and organizational skills in order to collaborate
with other faculty members, staff, and stakeholders. In addition,
the successful candidate will mentor biosystems engineering
graduate and undergraduate students and produce scholarship through
recognized peer-reviewed outlets, secure extramural funding to
support his/her research program from external sources such as
USDA-NIFA, NSF, and other related federal sponsors, and from
relevant industries in Alabama and across the country.

Qualifications

Qualifications: Minimum qualifications are an earned Ph.D.
from an accredited institution in biosystems, biological,
agricultural, environmental, or closely related engineering
disciplines at the time employment begins. Candidates should
demonstrate research experience in the area of bioprocessing,
especially thermochemical conversion of biomass and biochar
production from agricultural and forest materials and also
documented evidence of the ability to conduct research and work
with faculty and students across multiple disciplines. The
incumbent must meet eligibility requirements for work in the United
States at the time the appointment is scheduled to begin and
continue working legally for the term of employment.

Desirable qualifications: Demonstrated record of securing
extramural funding and documented academic and or industrial
experiences in bioprocess engineering, ecological engineering,
biobased products engineering, and similar topics beyond Ph.D.
work. Further, the candidate should have knowledge of mathematical
modeling (such as Ansys, COMSOL) to design biomass conversion
processes.

Application: Applicants must apply for the position by
uploading the following: 1) a cover letter that addresses the
experience pertinent to all of the position responsibilities, 2) a
current curriculum vita, 3) copies of ALL academic transcripts, 4)
a one to two-page statement of research philosophy and 5) Names,
phone numbers and email for three professional references. CV and
cover letter should be uploaded as one document under “resume” and
all other documents should be uploaded under “additional
documents”. Only complete applications will be considered. To
ensure consideration for the position, applicants must apply by
January 4, 2027. Position may remain open until it is filled.
Questions concerning the position should be directed to: Dr.
Jasmeet Lamba, Search Committee Chair, email:
lamba@auburn.edu

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

N/A

Contract Type

Annual Appointment

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