Research Associate (Limited Term) - 1 Year Term

Date Posted: 08/06/2024
Req ID:39145
Faculty/Division: Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering
Department: Dept of Chemical Eng.& Applied Chemistry
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)

Description:

The Department of Chemical Engineering & Applied Chemistry is seeking a Research Associate in the area of materials development, process chemistry, and heterogeneous catalysis. This position is a part of collaborative research projects within the Pulp and Paper and Catalysis Processing Centre at University of Toronto.

Qualifications:

PhD in Chemical Engineering, specialized in Energy Processes of a related field At least 5 years of experience in heterogeneous catalysis for energy processes, synthetic organic chemistry for sustainable fuel production, thermo-chemical conversion chemistry or related disciplines

Expertise in catalytic processes development in dry reforming of methane (DRM) reactions, Fischer-Tropsch synthesis for liquid hydrocarbon poductions, CO2 conversion, and biomass gasification, gas-to-liquid technology (GTL) Experience in designing and working on high pressure and high-temperature industrial fixd bed and fludized bed flow reactors, slury reactors, chemical vapor reactors, micro reactors preferentially under gas phase and supercritical conditions Strong competencies in conducting safety analyses such as HAZOP (Hazard and Operability Study) and PSA (Process Safety Analysis) to identify and mitigate risks ensure compliance with safety regulations and industry standardsKnowledge of process automation systems (SCADA, HMI) and process simulation software (ASPEN, Promax), advanced control strategies to enhance process efficiency and safetyDemonstrated experience in intellectual property management with strong patenting experience for technology redineess level (TRL) escalationStrong background in energy system, chemical processes, and heterogeneous catalysis Understanding of chemical kinetics and the experimental methods for extracting intrinsic kinetics and statistical data analysis techniques Strong knowledge on analytical chemistry, organic chemistry, and thermal conversionExperience working on and leading industrial projectsStrong competencies on analytical equipment Experience on mentoring mentor and provide technical guidance to students, researchers, junior engineers and team members Experience with preparing proposals and coordinating projects Experience with industrial programs and scaleup Experience with the safety aspects and with working on high pressure industrial flow reactors, preferentially under supercritical conditions

Duties:

• Conceive hypothesis, design experimental plans and conduct experiments and analyze and interpret data
• Review scientific literature, Execute research projects and report on their progress through oral and written reports and scientific journal articles
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing
• Present research at local, national and international meetings
• Interface with industry partners and vendors effectively
• Maintain laboratory equipment, including gas chromatography, mass spectrometer, flow and temperature control system
• When needed, help support setting up new laboratory equipment
• Coordinate research projects and meetings as appropriate
• Responsible for developing written protocols and training researchers on the latest on material testings
• Assist the PI in preparing manuscripts and proposals
• Perform other additional duties to enable the safe and efficient operation of the lab

Notes:

• This is a 12-month term position with the possibility of renewal. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority

University of Toronto is a highly competitive employer and compensation will be commensurate with experience of the candidate

Interested candidates should apply online with their CV, a research statement describing their work experience relevant to the criteria and duties presented above, with a list of at least two references.
Link to apply: https://jobs.utoronto.ca/job-invite/39145/

Closing Date: 09/08/2024,11:59PM ET
Employee Group: Research Associate
Appointment Type: Grant - Term
Schedule: Full-Time
Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone: R01 -- Research Associates (Limited Term): $52,574 - $98,576
Job Category: Engineering / Technical

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All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

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