Postdoctoral Associate in Biological Repair of Cement and Concrete Materials

The Department of Civil, Environmental, and Architectural Engineering and the Materials Science and Engineering Program invite applications for a Postdoctoral Associate position under the joint supervision of Prof. Mija Hubler and Prof. Wil Srubar. The University of Colorado provides an outstanding, world-class environment for conducting advanced materials science research.

About the role

A highly motivated and independent scholar is sought with training and deep expertise in the areas of biological engineering, materials science and engineering, environmental engineering, civil engineering, or a related discipline. CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Design and conduct experiments on the biological repair of aged concrete.
• Participate in and support technology transfer activities to support the commercialization of the work.
• Contribute to enhancing the vision and mission of a vibrant, cross-disciplinary collaborative research team at the University of Colorado Boulder at the intersection of biology, materials science, and civil and architectural engineering.

What You Should Know

The initial appointment is for 1 year with extension pending satisfactory performance and availability of funds. The starting salary for this position will be $65,000 annually. Benefits include medical, dental, and retirement plans; generous paid time off; tuition assistance for you and your dependents; and an ECO Pass for local transit.

What We Can Offer

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What We Require

• A PhD in civil engineering, biological engineering, materials science, environmental engineering, or a related field.
• A strong technical foundation and experience in standard and advanced lab-scale materials synthesis and characterization techniques (e.g., SEM, XRD, XRF, DSC, TGA, FTIR, zeta potential, particle size analysis, and mechanical testing) for organic and inorganic materials.
• Experience in statistical analysis.

What We Would Like You To Have

• Experience in basic microbiology techniques.
• Experience in biopolymer science and engineering, including advanced characterization of soft materials (e.g., TGA, DSC, FTIR).
• A basic to advanced understanding of biopolymer synthesis and characterization, including microbial cultivation, biopolymer/biofilm formation, and characterization.
• Experience in genomics/bioinformatics.
• Experience in microbial interactions and co-culture techniques.
• Experience in characterization of cementitious materials.
• Experience in geomicrobiology (organic/inorganic interactions).

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials as individual files:

• Cover Letter
• Resume/CV
• Research Papers: Please provide 3 papers.
• List of References: Please provide a document listing the names and contact information for 3-5 professional references who may be contacted by phone. (Optional)
• Transcripts/Proof of PhD: If you are selected as the finalist, your degree will be verified by the CU Boulder Campus Human Resources department using an approved online vendor. If your degree was obtained outside of the United States, please submit an English-translated version (if applicable) as an Optional attachment.

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