The Department of Environmental Engineering at Kunsan National University is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Associate to join our research team. The successful candidate will work on cutting-edge projects involving anaerobic digestion, dark fermentation, and microbial electrolysis cell processes, contributing to the advancement of sustainable waste management and bioenergy production.
Position Overview
- Job Title: Postdoctoral Research Associate
- Location: Gunsan, Jeolla do, Republic of Korea
- Start Date: Open until filled
- Duration: 1 year with possibility of extension, based on performance and funding
Responsibilities
- Conduct experimental research on anaerobic digestion, dark fermentation, and acid fermentation to improve efficiency and stability of bioprocesses.
- Develop and optimize lab-scale reactors for waste-to-energy and value-added chemical production.
- Design and perform analytical procedures to monitor process parameters (e.g., biogas composition, volatile fatty acids, microbial community dynamics).
- Analyze and interpret experimental data using advanced statistical methods and modeling tools.
- Prepare manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals and present findings at conferences.
- Mentor graduate and undergraduate students in the research group.
- Collaborate with internal and external partners, including researchers from other institutions and industry.
Qualifications
- Ph.D. in Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Microbiology, or a related field.
- Demonstrated expertise in one or more of the following areas: anaerobic digestion, fermentation processes (dark fermentation, acid fermentation), microbial metabolism, or reactor design.
- Strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Hands-on experience with analytical instrumentation (e.g., gas chromatography, HPLC, microbial community analysis) is highly desirable.
- Familiarity with process modeling and life cycle assessment is a plus.
Application Instructions
Please submit the following documents as a single PDF file via email to [Contact Email Address], with the subject line “Postdoctoral Application_Your Last Name”:
- A cover letter explaining your research interests, relevant experience, and career goals.
- A detailed curriculum vitae (CV), including a list of publications.
- Contact information for three professional references.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.