Job Description

DescriptionThis position offers a benefits package found at .This role has a term length of one year from the date of hire, with the possibility of extension.Location - This role is hybrid with a mix of remote and in-person with on-site work primarily taking place at North Campus, Edmonton.Working for the University of AlbertaThe University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, M\xc3\xa9tis, Inuit and all First Peoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community.The University of Alberta is teeming with change makers, community builders, and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to more than 40,000 students in 200+ undergraduate and 500+ graduate programs, over 13,000 faculty and staff, 260,000 alumni worldwide and have been recognized as one of Canada\xe2\x80\x99s Greenest Employers for over a decade.Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross section of people\xe2\x80\x94from our students and stakeholders, to our renowned researchers and innovators who are quite literally curing diseases, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger, and more just.Working for the Department of Agricultural, Food and Nutritional ScienceThe Department of AFNS in the Faculty of ALES hosts a large undergraduate and graduate education program. We are a research-intensive department with most Faculty members leading cutting-edge independent research programs across a broad range of topics.About the Postdoctoral FellowshipThe Bressler lab (Biorefining Conversions and Fermentation Laboratory) is currently seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow for a 1-year term, with the potential for extension. We are seeking an individual with strong skills, enthusiasm, and dedication to conduct robust scientific research in the field of single-cell protein (SCP) fermentation. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in a collaborative team project focused on the development, optimization, and scaling up of a complex continuous fermentation system. Given the continuous nature of the fermentation process, the ability to work effectively within a cohesive team is essential to support extended campaign durations (the longest to date being 54 days continuously). Flexibility in working hours may be required to accommodate the demands of the project.The role offers avenues for self-directed learning and potential leadership opportunities within a dynamic and supportive research team. We seek an individual who is driven, collaborative, and thrives in challenging environments.Duties

• Work in a team environment with weekly interactions with the Industrial partner employees
• Setup and maintain single and/or series of fermentation in the chemostat mode and monitoring various parameters
• Utilize a range of analytical equipment such as GC, HPLC, ICP-OES, and CHNS to monitor media and gas streams effectively)
• Characterizing nutritional quality of product produced, prior to and after drying or further processing operations
• Independently and/or collaboratively responsible for data analysis, statistical analysis, and data presentation
• Organizing resources and collaborating with team members
• Availability for shift work, including evenings and weekends, will be necessary for this position
• Create diverse presentations, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and draft project reports
• Physical capability to lift objects weighing at least 15 kg is necessary for the chemostat process
• Provide mentorship and guidance for students working on the project

Qualifications

• PhD degree in Biochemistry, Cell Biology, or related discipline
• Extensive expertise in fermentation techniques in bioreactor scale
• Expertise in analytical equipment
• Expertise in data analysis and statistics
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Demonstrated proficiency in independent research, adept at thriving within collaborative settings, and consistently meeting project deadlines
• Demonstrate adaptability to changes in workflow with flexibility and professionalism.
• Experience with bioreactors is an asset
• Experience with chromatographic analysis and statistical analysis are assets

Application InstructionsPlease upload your Curriculum Vitae and Cover Letter as one document. Please also upload a listing of your references.At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. If suitable Canadian citizens or permanent residents cannot be found, other individuals will be considered.We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.The University of Alberta is committed to an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women; First Nations, M\xc3\xa9tis and Inuit persons; members of visible minority groups; persons with disabilities; persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression; and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.Note: This opportunity will be available until midnight May 31, 2024, Edmonton, Alberta local time.

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