Postdoctoral Researcher in the field of Enzymatic

Cellulose Engineering
Aalto University School of Chemical Engineering
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Job Title Postdoctoral Researcher in the field of Enzymatic

Cellulose Engineering
Department Department of Bioproducts and Biosystems
http://bio2.aalto.fi/en/
Institution Aalto University School of Chemical Engineering
Espoo, , Finland

Date Posted Jul. 4, 2017

Application Deadline Jul. 31, 2017

Position Start Date Available immediately

Job Categories Post-Doc

Academic Field(s) Bioengineering (all Bio-related fields)

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Job Description

Aalto University is a community of bold thinkers where science and art meet technology and business.
We are committed to identifying and solving grand societal challenges and building an innovative fu-
ture. Aalto University has six schools with nearly 20 000 students and more than 400 professors. Our
campuses are located in Espoo and Helsinki, Finland.

Aalto University School of Chemical Engineering looking for a

Postdoctoral Researcher in the field of Enzymatic Cellulose Engineering

A consortium of research groups at the Department of Bioproducts and Biosystems

(http://bio2.aalto.fi/en/) is looking for a postdoctoral researcher to work on bio-inspired materials sci-
ence aiming at high added-value cellulosic materials. We are looking for self-motivated, open-minded,
goal-oriented, hardworking researchers to work on a multi-disciplinary project related to the fields of
 Postdoctoral Researcher in the field of Enzymatic
Cellulose Engineering
Aalto University School of Chemical Engineering
Direct Link: http://www.AcademicKeys.com/r?job=94382
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protein engineering, enzymology and novel cellulose-based functional materials.

The focus of the project is on exploring and utilizing enzymatic means to convert cellulose into value-
added products. We invite applications from motivated researchers with suitable background on
biopolymer science, soft matter science, enzyme technology or bioprocess engineering. Ideally, a
candidate is expert in one of the fields and has a good understanding of a second area.

The candidate must hold a Ph.D. degree in a relevant field. He/she should have a track record in con-
ducting innovative scientific research and publishing in high-ranking scientific journals. The ability to
work effectively and independently as well as good social skills are expected. The candidate is
expected to contribute to teaching activities in the department.

We offer an international research environment with the opportunity to conduct highly competitive
research. The successful candidate is expected to contribute to on-going projects and / or actively
develop his or her own research profile. We have state-of-the-art biotechnology laboratory
infrastructure and analytical instruments (ESI-ETD-Iontrap MS, MALDI TOF/TOF MS, NMR
instruments). We also have significant infrastructure for bioproduct science and materials
characterization. The candidate is ex-pected to contribute to teaching. The salary is based on the Local
Agreement of Aalto University. The position will be initially filled for 1 year, with possible extensions for
an additional year.

For more information

Please, contact Professors Alexander Frey (Molecular Biotechnology) Sandip Bankar (Bioprocess Engi-
neering) Pivi Laaksonen (Nanostructures and Materials) and Thad Maloney (Bio-Based Materials
Tech-nology). E-mails firstname.lastname@aalto.fi.

In matters related to the recruitment process, HR Coordinator Sanni Mero (sanni.mero@aalto.fi).

How to apply
Application material should include: (a) CV, (b) cover letter describing research interests and preferred
starting date, (c) two representative publications as PDFs, (d) course transcripts from previous degrees
(with grades), and (e) contact information for two references.

All material should be provided in English. The application materials will not be returned.
Please send your application no later than 31.07.2017 through the online recruitment system (link
below).

Apply here: http://www.aalto.fi/en/about/careers/jobs/view/1372/

 Postdoctoral Researcher in the field of Enzymatic
Cellulose Engineering
Aalto University School of Chemical Engineering
Direct Link: http://www.AcademicKeys.com/r?job=94382
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Aalto University reserves the right for justified reasons to leave the position open, to extend the appli-
cation period and to consider candidates who have not submitted applications during the application
period.

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