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CENAMAD is a newly established research center for the advancement of timber construction, forest bioproducts and forest sustainability. We are a multidisciplinary excellence center consisting of 40 faculty members who will be supported by a strong professional team (94 individuals in total) in order to conduct applied research and transferring this knowledge to the private and public sectors. Information about the CENAMAD be found at the website www.cenamad.cl.
The Postdoctoral Researcher in Bioproducts with strong skills in the development of new and improved sustainable wood products must be flexible and communicative and have experience in sustainable wood bioproducts development, data analysis and scientific writing.
A postdoctoral researcher at the Center must have sufficient autonomy as a researcher to lead articles, grant applications, and even a research area or team within their supervising professor’s work. Therefore, they must play a leading role within the supervisor team.
The key responsibilities of the project will be:
- The successful applicant will have a strong research background in the development of wood bioproducts, with demonstrated expertise in one of the following areas:
- Improvement of physico-mechanical properties of wood. Development of processes to treat wood by chemical, polymerization, thermal, or other means to improve mechanical properties and/or dimensional stability and/or fire resistance. In addition, strong knowledge of wood’s physical and mechanical characterization is expected.
- Development of bioproducts with applications in wood products and sustainable construction. Experience using wood and non-wood by-products to develop new and/or improved products applicable to wooden buildings. Strong knowledge of wood, plant fibers, forestry, and agricultural co-products is expected. Knowledge of the circular economy is desirable.
- It is expected that the applicant has strong scientific writing skills with a focus on publishing in peer-reviewed high-impact factor journals. The postdoctoral researcher will be responsible for producing 3 scientific articles per year in Q1 or Q2 indexed journals. This includes two published articles and the third in submission or under review. Additionally, the postdoc must be listed as the first author on one of the publications.
- Annually apply to at least one of the ANID Fondecyt competitions until it is successfully awarded, whether it’s the ‘Fondecyt Postdoctoral Competition,’ the ‘Fondecyt Research Initiation Projects Competition,’ or the ‘Fondecyt Regular Projects Competition’.
- Collaborate with supervisor researcher from the Center to draft and/or formulate two project applications per year for independent financing through competitive public funds or private industry funds.
- Deliver at least one annual oral presentation at conferences or conferences.
- If deemed necessary by the supervising researcher, to collaborate in the execution of internal research projects of the Center, external projects, training activities, or transfer activities.
- If deemed necessary by the supervising researcher, to co-supervise at least one graduate student during the contractual period.
Selection Criteria
- PhD-degree in Wood Science and Technology, Forest Science, Chemical engineering, Chemistry, or related scientific fields.
- Experience with wood and/or their by-products.
- Knowledge of wood processing and conversion.
- Experience with research in by-products value-added.
- Expertise in statistical software and data analyses.
- Excellent communication skills in the English language are essential.
- Demonstrated publication skills in the required fields of expertise.
- To be able to move to Concepción city in South Central Chile in September 2024.
Administrative Details
The appointment is a 12-month full-time position, with a service contract for a fixed duration of 2 years after positive assessments at the end of each year. An extension for 5 additional years might be possible. The position will be located at Unidad de Desarrollo Tecnológico (UDT) of Universidad de Concepción, in Coronel, Chile.
Applications
Applications need to be sent to contacto@cenamad.cl stating CENAMAD Postdoc UdeC Application in the subject. Administrative inquiries about this position can be requested to Ms. Carolina Galdames (cgaldamesg@uc.cl), academic/research questions about the position can be sent to Cecilia Fuentealba, Unidad de Desarrollo Tecnológico of the University of Concepción (c.fuentealba@udt.cl)
Please ensure that you include the following additional documents:
- CV;
- A motivation letter explaining your interest and qualifications for this position;
- Names, affiliations, and e-mail addresses of two references. Also, indicate your relationship with them (thesis supervisor, etc.).
Only applications received October 24, 2024, can be considered.
CENAMAD is a newly established research center for the advancement of timber construction, forest bioproducts and forest sustainability. We are a multidisciplinary excellence center consisting of 40 faculty members who will be supported by a strong professional team (94 individuals in total) in order to conduct applied research and transferring this knowledge to the private and public sectors. Information about the CENAMAD be found at the website www.cenamad.cl.
The Postdoctoral Researcher in wood building sustainability, with strong skills in life cycle analysis of wooden buildings—whether in design, operation (building simulation), or construction stages—must be flexible and communicative, with experience in data analysis and scientific writing.
A postdoctoral researcher at the Center must have sufficient autonomy as a researcher to lead articles, grant applications, and even a research area or team within their supervising professor’s work. Therefore, they must play a leading role within the supervisor team.
The key responsibilities of the project will be:
- The successful applicant will have a strong research background in the development of wooden construction sustainability analysis with demonstrated expertise in one of the following areas:
- Expertise in Life Cycle Analysis (LCA) of wood-based building construction, including proficiency with LCA software tools such as SimaPro, GaBi, OpenLCA, or Umberto. Understanding of different LCA methodologies (e.g., cradle-to-gate, cradle-to-grave) and standards (e.g., ISO 14040, ISO 14044). Knowledge of sustainable forestry practices, certification schemes (e.g., FSC, PEFC), and their impact on LCA results. Basic knowledge of programming languages (e.g., Python, R) for data analysis and custom tool development.
- Proficiency with building energy simulation software such as EnergyPlus, TRNSYS, IES VE, or eQuest. Experience conducting energy audits and identifying energy conservation measures. Understanding of various modeling techniques and methodologies used in building energy simulation. Expertise in heat transfer mechanisms and their application in building envelopes and HVAC systems. Knowledge of moisture transport and its impact on building performance and durability. Familiarity with building energy codes, standards, and certification programs (e.g., LEED, BREEAM). Understanding of environmental regulations related to emissions and energy use in buildings.
- It is expected that the applicant has strong scientific writing skills with a focus on publishing in peer-reviewed high-impact factor journals. The postdoctoral researcher will be responsible for producing 3 scientific articles per year in Q1 or Q2 indexed journals. This includes two published articles and the third in submission or under review. Additionally, the postdoc must be listed as the first author on one of the publications.
- Annually apply to at least one of the ANID Fondecyt competitions until it is successfully awarded, whether it’s the ‘Fondecyt Postdoctoral Competition,’ the ‘Fondecyt Research Initiation Projects Competition,’ or the ‘Fondecyt Regular Projects Competition’.
- Collaborate with supervisor researcher from the Center to draft and/or formulate two project applications per year for independent financing through competitive public funds or private industry funds.
- Deliver at least one annual oral presentation at conferences or conferences.
- If deemed necessary by the supervising researcher, to collaborate in the execution of internal research projects of the Center, external projects, training activities, or transfer activities.
- If deemed necessary by the supervising researcher, to co-supervise at least one graduate student during the contractual period.
Selection Criteria
- PhD-degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Architecture, or related scientific fields.
- Experience with wood-based building construction.
- Expertise in statistical software and data analyses.
- Excellent communication skills in the English language are essential.
- Demonstrated publication skills in the required fields of expertise.
- To be able to move to Santiago city in Chile in September 2024.
Administrative Details
The appointment is a 12-month full-time position, with a service contract for a fixed duration of 2 years after positive assessments at the end of each year. An extension for 5 additional years might be possible. The position will be located at CENAMAD in Campus San Joaquín of Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile.
Applications
Applications need to be sent to contacto@cenamad.cl stating CENAMAD Postdoc PUC Application in the subject. Administrative inquiries about this position can be requested to Ms. Carolina Galdames (cgaldamesg@uc.cl).
Please ensure that you include the following additional documents:
- CV;
- A motivation letter explaining your interest and qualifications for this position;
- Names, affiliations, and e-mail addresses of two references. Also, indicate your relationship with them (thesis supervisor, etc.).
Only applications received August 31, 2024, can be considered.
