Description of the appointment:

The appointment is for one to two years. The appointment is housed at SAPPI's Westbrook, Maine R & D facility and will involve technology development as it relates to polysaccharides (e.g. starch, cellulose) and proteins.  The project work will include the modification of these polysaccharide- based polymers for use in a range of potential product applications.

Desired competencies:

• Chemistry of carbohydrates and other naturally derived materials
• Forest or agriculturally based bio materials
• Interfacial chemistry
• Polymer chemistry
• Processing knowledge for carbohydrates

Requirements:

• Doctorate in Chemistry preferably in the organic/carbohydrate field.
• Experience in working with various sugars (monosaccharides, disacccharides, oligosaccharides), polysaccharides and proteins.
• Can work independently or in a team environment.  Can work equally well in a lead or support role.
• Ability to execute or direct laboratory work in a safe and clean manner.
• Desire to work on projects which result in commercialization of new technologies.

• Ability to handle multiple responsibilities and projects.
• Ability to communicate well both orally and in written form.

• Must be able to travel
• Authorization to work in the United States.