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PhD Position – Fine Chemicals Production from Lignocellulosic Biomass 100%, WädenswilClient:ZHAW
Location:Job Category:Other
Job Reference:b5aef48a65bf
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Posted:14.03.2025
Expiry Date:28.04.2025
Job Description:Your role- Research innovative thermochemical pretreatment methods for lignocellulosic biomass, targeted at enhancing enzymatic cellulose conversion to sugars.
- Study the production of hyaluronic acid from cellulose-derived sugars, progressing from strain screening to scaled-up bioreactor fermentation, collaborating closely with a partner research group.
- Purification and analysis of the hyaluronic acid product, including cosmetic application tests with an industry partner.
- Presentation of research findings in peer-reviewed journals, conferences, and meetings.
- Supervision of students at bachelor and master level, supporting the group's teaching.
- Support in the maintenance of the laboratory infrastructure.
- Very good academic degree (Master's) in chemistry, chemical/bioprocess engineering, biotechnology or related fields.
- Hands-on working experience in a chemical or biotechnological laboratory environment.
- Competence in e.g. HPLC, GC-MS or NMR method development, troubleshooting and data analysis.
- Curiosity and passion for research.
- Ability to work independently and self-motivated.
- Manage multiple tasks and deadlines, ability to work in a team.
- Fluent in spoken and written English.
Not required but a plus:
- Work experience in a related area, such as biomass conversion or fermentation.
- Prior scientific publication in a related area.
- Fluent in German.
Applications should include cover letter, curriculum vitae and degree transcripts/certificates to date.
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