About the role
AI summarisedJoin an interdisciplinary research programme focused on lignocellulosic biomass pre-treatment and conversion into functional materials. This hands-on role involves experimental research at the interface of biomass chemistry, materials science, and digital chemistry to advance sustainable materials.
ResearchOnsite
Key Responsibilities
- Design and execute lignocellulosic biomass pre-treatment and fractionation strategies using green chemistry.
- Convert biomass-derived fractions (cellulose, lignin, hemicellulose) into functional materials like polymers or composites.
- Perform material characterization using appropriate physicochemical techniques.
- Optimize process parameters considering sustainability, scalability, and material performance.
- Support high-throughput or semi-automated experiment design.
- Collaborate with AI and automation teams to structure experimental data for database development.
- Prepare technical reports, manuscripts, technology disclosures, and presentations for various stakeholders.
Requirements
- PhD in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Polymer Science, Chemistry, Biomass/Bio-refinery Engineering, or a closely related field.
- Strong experimental background in lignocellulosic biomass processing, fractionation, or bio-based materials synthesis.
- Solid understanding of structure–property–process relationships in advanced materials.
- Track record of peer-reviewed publications and/or patents.