Job Description Summary
The College of Forestry, Wildlife and Environment at Auburn University is seeking a qualified individual for a position as a postdoctoral Fellow in the field of manufacturing cellulose nanofibril (CNF) aerogel using the Pickering emulsion template method for heavy metal adsorption. The primary task of this position is to help build a sustainable bioproducts research platform with a focus on deriving CNF aerogel from Pickering emulsions. The major tasks include developing new research ideas, writing research proposals, and publishing high-impact research articles. This 4-month, limited-term, non-tenure track position is funded by external sources and is nonrenewable.
This is a non-renewable appointment ending October 1, 2025.
The successful candidate 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.
Minimum Qualifications
· Ph.D. or equivalent degree in wood science, forest products, sustainable bioproducts, or a closely related field (within 3 years after completing the Ph.D.) at the time employment begins.
· Expertise with Pickering emulsion
· Expertise in cellulose nanomaterials
· Expertise in aerogel
· The successful applicant will demonstrate commitment to the timely completion of deliverables, commitment to the publication of results in peer-reviewed journals, and strong potential to work collaboratively with multiple stakeholders on a highly visible research topic.
· Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills are required.
· The candidate selected for this position must be able to meet eligibility requirements to work in the United States at the time the appointment is scheduled to begin and continue working legally for the proposed term of employment.
Desired Qualifications
· Strong research background in wood chemistry
· Familiarity with the adsorption of heavy metal ions in water
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applications should be received by June 6, 2025. We anticipate a start date in June. Applicants must complete the online application at this link
https://www.auemployment.com/postings/53469to include a letter of interest, Curriculum vitae, names and full contact information of at least three professional references, and official transcripts (transcript should show conferral of Doctorate degree and date of conferral.)
