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PhD Position – Fine Chemicals Production from Lignocellulosic Biomass 100%, Wädenswil Client: ZHAW
Location: Job Category: Other
Job Reference: b5aef48a65bf
Job Views: 3
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.
Your profile 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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