Post-Doctoral Research Associate Position Department of Chemical Engineering

University of Massachusetts Amherst, MA



A post-doctoral research position is available in the laboratory of

Professor Michael A. Henson in the Chemical Engineering Department at the

University of Massachusetts. The research involves the development of

microbial metabolic models and solid-state fermentation technology for the

conversion of lignocellulosic feedstocks into precursors for high-density

hydrocarbon fuels. The project is funded by the Navy through a research

subcontract from PSI Inc. Close interactions with microbiologists and

engineers from PSI and the Navy will be required. Candidates with a Ph.D. in

chemical engineering or a related field and the following background are

sought: (1) microbial and/or solid-state fermentation; (2) genome-scale

metabolic modeling; and (3) metabolic engineering.



The position is available starting January 1, 2013 for a period of 12-18

months. A nine month extension is possible with satisfactory progress and

availability of funds. The stipend and benefits are competitive. Please send

a letter of application, a curriculum vitae, and three letters of

recommendation to:



Dr. Michael A. Henson

Professor, Director of the Center for Process Design and Control, and

Co-director of the Institute for Massachusetts Biofuels Department of

Chemical Engineering University of Massachusetts Amherst

686 N. Pleasant Street

Amherst, MA 01003-9303

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