Penn State
Location
State College, PA | United States
Job description
Job Number: REQ_0000052698
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
We are seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Scholar to work on the biotransformation of dairy processing waste, particularly ice cream waste, into value-added products. The successful candidate will conduct research in laboratories at the Department of Food Science, Department of Agricultural and Biological Engineering, and Department of Chemical Engineering at The Pennsylvania State University . The duration of this full-time position is one year; renewal is possible depending on the performance of the candidate and the availability of funds.
Responsibilities
Understand the ice cream waste components to develop innovative and sustainable processes to recover and utilize the waste in new food and non-food applications.
Conduct extensive research to bio-transform ice cream waste into value-added fat-, protein-, and carbohydrate-based products.
Conduct extensive research to convert ice cream waste into biofuels and bioenergy via fermentation.
Work in a multidisciplinary team and perform industrial collaborations.
Qualifications
The position requires a Ph.D. degree in Food Science, Biological Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related discipline by the time of appointment. Preference will be given to candidates with expertise in fermentation, co-digestion, bioprocessing, biocatalysis, and agro-waste valorization. The candidate must have excellent communication skills to deliver research and must be able to interact effectively in a multi-disciplinary research environment.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates need to apply online at , REQ_0000052698. Please include (1) a one-page cover letter describing background, research interests and goals; and (2) a CV detailing education, work experience, research skills, publications, and contact information of at least two references. For any questions, please contact Prof. Yi Zhang by email at [email protected] .
The successful candidate's anticipated start date is March 1, 2024. Review of applicants will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
The Department of Food Science, housed within the College of Agricultural Sciences at Penn State, is one of the premier food science programs in the world. We are home to 25 faculty members focused on advanced research, teaching, and extension/outreach with a strong commitment to fostering diversity, equality, and inclusive excellence in all activities. The Department is also home to one of the largest and most reputable undergraduate programs in food science, and we take great pride in offering high quality, hands-on instruction to the next generation of food scientists. Our culture is one of innovation, collaboration, kindness, and mutual respect.
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