PhD Student-Chromatographic separation of wood

Wallenberg Wood Science Center is seeking a PhD student to study chromatographic separation of wood components with placement at Chalmers, Gothenburg, Sweden.Wallenberg Wood Science Center is a joint research center established with KTH, Royal Institute of Technology, Stockholm, Sweden and Chalmers University of Technology, Gothenburg, Sweden, as participants.The annual budget exceeds 40 MSEK and at least 50 people will participate.The objective is underpinning materials research for utilization of our forests in new products, such as "green" polymers and biocomposite materials.The tree is viewed as a source of chemicals, monomers, biopolymers and fibers.Recent advances in nanotechnology, polymer science, biotechnology and mechanics are being combined with established forest products technologies in a new multidisciplinary research center located in Stockholm and in Gothenburg.Research project The work includes studying the possibilities of using chromatography for pre-separation and/or purification of specific components of the primary decomposition of wood materials.Constructing a small-scale chromatography equipment for the study of separation efficiency for the selected components and the sorbent, Working in the laboratory, creating your own schedule and teaching 10-20 percent of the time, either as assistant or exercise laboratory.You will also be participating in international conferences and at meetings at KTH in Stockholm and work together with chemists and graduate students from other disciplines.You will be offered an independent role and the possibility to develop your knowledge in collaboration with other center participants. Qualifications MSc degree with a focus on chemical engineering or chemical engineering with physics.Practical experience such a summer job in the laboratory or similar is preferred.Fluency in English, both written and verbal is a must. We are looking for candidates with good co-operational and problem-solving analytical skills, high quality-consciousness, the ability to work autonomously and the ability to work hard and put time, energy and commitment into your work.Excellent skills in both oral and written presentation are required. Employment The position is limited to maximum five years and corresponds to full-time research studies during four years.In addition, teaching in the undergraduate or masters curriculi at Chalmers could be included corresponding to one year, teaching work distributed over the whole time of the position.Starting date: Immediately Application This recruitment is performed by Academic Work Recruitment, you will be employed at the Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering at Chalmers University of Technology.Specify ref JJ 35651 and K-2009-0161 in the subject line.The application shall include curriculum vitae, final grades, a short description of future professional goals and interests, and names of 2 references.