Post-Doctoral Associate

Expected Start Date: November 23, 2026
Expected End Date: November 22, 2029

The assigned course or lab assignment, where applicable and when known: N/A
Brief description of the required duties; including any supervisory or additional duties (e.g., maintaining facilities, editing/proofreading, organizing and hosting events):

Will conduct R&D in catalytic non-thermal plasma (cNTP) systems and their applications in PFAS destruction, nitrogen fixation, food pasteurization, and virus control. Responsibilities include literature review, reactor system and process development, experimental design, data acquisition and analysis, and preparation of reports, manuscripts, and proposals. The role also involves assisting in the supervision of graduate students and other researchers in the group.

Job Duties:
25% - Process and systems development
25% - Experimental design
25% - Data acquisition and analysis
15% - Report and paper writing, and presentation preparation
10% - Literature review

Work location: St. Paul

Anticipated work schedule, including known or estimated deadlines: 58% appointment meaning 23.25 hours per week will be within standard working hours

Required Qualifications:

Ph.D. in Bioproducts and Biosystems Engineering or related field with relevant work to the core responsibilities listed

Pay Range: Expected pay rate or range: $62,232 - $63,000 (equivalent 57.5% time position = $35,783.40 - $36,225; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Please visit the Benefits for Postdoctoral Candidates website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training
• Medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume or CV.

This position will remain open until filled.

Deadline for applying: Dec. 1, 2026

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