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Pennsylvania State University Post Doctoral Scholar in the Center for Critical Minerals at the EMS Energy Institute in University Park, Pennsylvania
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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
The Center for Critical Minerals (http://C2M.psu.edu) at EMS Energy Institute/Penn State invites applications for a full-time Postdoctoral Scholar position to conduct cutting-edge research in extracting critical minerals, including rare earth elements, from primary and secondary sources. This position will work on scaling up a three-stage process developed by Penn State to process 10,000 gallons per day of acid mine drainage to extract critical minerals. Successful candidates report to and work with the Center for Critical Minerals director.
Responsibilities include:
Conduct both applied and fundamental research involving mineral processing and hydro/pyrometallurgical processes; working with pilot-scale research operations is desirable.
Assist in research proposals.
Document research findings in reports and referred journals.
Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in engineering or a related discipline by the start date. They should also have excellent written and verbal communication skills and be able to work in teams.
Interested candidates should submit the following:
An application cover letter highlighting the relevant experience for the position.
A curriculum vitae including educational background, employment history, and a list of publications, research projects worked, and the role played in those projects.
Contact information for three professional references.
Inquiries about the position can be sent to Sarma Pisupati (sxp17@psu.edu).
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