This job was posted by https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov : For more information, please see: https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/12546789\ Position Title: Visiting Research Fellow for NCERC (FA24-018)\ \ \ Location: Edwardsville\ \ \ \ Faculty Position FA24-018\ April 11th 2024\ *\ \ *Position Title\ Visiting Research Fellow for NCERC\ \ Hiring Unit\ National Corn to Ethanol Research Center (NCERC)\ \ *Job Description\ *\ \ The Visiting Research Fellowship program is for recent graduates of a bachelor\'s or master\'s program, or a 2-year degree in a STEM field. Funded through a Foundation Account, sponsored by the Illinois Corn Growers Association, the Fellowship program is intended to provide training and hands-on experience to prepare the next generation of engineers and scientists for work in mid- to high- skill jobs in the bioeconomy.\ \ Graduates of the Research Fellowship Program will be qualified to work in the biorenewables, brewing, specialty chemicals and refining industries.\ \ The Fellow will provide specialized skills and knowledge outside of the realm of traditional full-time staff to be applied to research projects, including contractual, grant-funded, sponsored and self-initiated projects at the Center.\ Specific Responsibilities and Learning Outcomes:\ \ A Visiting Research Fellow will gain experience through hands-on assignments at the Fermentation Suite in the following categories:\ \ Operation of bioreactors, ranging in scale from 250 ml shaker flask to 22,000 L\ Troubleshooting and maintenance of bioreactors and fermentation related equipment\ Analytical testing\ Revising and developing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)\ Data collection, analysis, and reporting\ Project design, implementation and project management\ Communications with internal, interdisciplinary teams as well as industry clients, academic collaborators and external stakeholders\ \ *\ Minimum Qualifications\ *Recent graduates of a bachelor\'s or master\'s program, or a 2-year degree in a STEM field\ \ *Source of Funds\ *llinois Corn Growers Association, Sponsored Foundation Account\ \ *Salary\ *\$30, 628 for a nine month appointmet\ \ *Application Process\ *Submit Resume or CV, Transcript(s), and a list of 3 professional job references.\ Send all items via email to:\ NCERC\ Barb Randle\ brandle@siue.edu\ \ *Application Deadline\ *Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until all positions are filled.\ \ SIUE is a state university. Benefits under state-sponsored plans may not be available to holders of F1 or J1 visas. Applicants will be subject to a background check prior to an offer of employment. SIUE is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce. We will not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, national origin, religion, disability, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation or veteran\'s status. We encourage applications from women, minorities, protected veterans and people with disabilities.\ \ In compliance with the ADA Amendments Acts (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, please call 618-650-2190 or emai\ \

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