Project assistant on biopolymers extraction and characterization

5 months ago


Gothenburg, Sweden Chalmers tekniska högskola Full time

This project assistant role offers a unique chance to contribute in the innovation towards sustainable biotechnology by transforming biomass residues into valuable biopolymers. You will lead the extraction and characterization processes using cutting-edge chromatographic and green extraction techniques, directly influencing the quality and yield of biopolymers.

Working with a diverse team in the Division of Industrial Biotechnology, you will have access to state-of-the-art research infrastructure, enabling you to make a meaningful impact on sustainable resource management and biopolymer production.

Project description A significant thrust in sustainable biotechnology research is enhancing the efficiency of natural resource utilization while minimizing waste production. This project aims to valorize side streams and residues from processed lignocellulosic biomass, turning waste into valuable biopolymers. The structure and composition of these residues will directly impact the quality and yield of the biopolymers produced, presenting a promising avenue for deriving diverse macromolecules from wood biomass. As a project assistant, you will spearhead the extraction and characterization of these biobased fractions using advanced chromatographic techniques and environmentally friendly, green extraction methods, contributing to innovative and sustainable resource management practices.

Information about the division and the department
The project will take place at (LIFE) and the Division of (IndBio) under the supervision of Assistant Professor Amparo Jimenez Quero. IndBio is an interdisciplinary group with appr 45 international researchers focusing on microbiology, enzymology, and molecular biology. Our goal is to use renewable resources for sustainable production of fuels, chemicals, and materials, contributing to a sustainable society and circular economy. LIFE consists of 5 divisions, and here you find potential collaborators as well as a range of scientific instruments, expertise and lab infrastructure.

Major responsibilities
As project assistant the main time of your working appointment is devoted to your research project, where you will be responsible for planing, running experiments and evaluation the scientific outcome. You are also expected to communicate your results in different settings, group and division meetings at Chalmers but also external events as workshop. Qualifications
The successful candidate must have a master degree corresponding to at least 240 high education credits in Wood chemistry, Biotechnology or Biochemistry. Laboratory experience in Biopolymers Technology, Biomass utilization or Analytical chemistry is meritorious but most importantly your aim to work in multidisciplinary PhD project. Good communication in English verbal and written is required.

Contract terms
Full-time temporary employment. The position is limited to a maximum of one year.

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