The University of Arkansas calls application for Postdoctoral Fellowship at the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville, United States of America.

Summary of Job Duties

The Post Doctoral Fellow will conduct research on a project titled “Integrated Process Optimization for Biochemical Conversion”. The goal of the project is to develop analytical tools to enable a biorefinery to identify an optimal integrated process design that ensures reliable, cost-effective, sustainable, robust, and continuous feeding of biomass feedstocks. This project is conducted in collaboration with the Idaho National Laboratory (INL). Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Industrial Engineering, Operations Research, or a related field from an accredited institution of higher education
• Academic research track record in optimization, stochastic and statistical models

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Possess knowledge of algorithm development, optimization, economic decision analysis, database programming, machine learning, and analytics.
• Knowledge of C++ or related programming language.
• A strong background in mathematical modeling, stochastic programming, heuristic development, and strong programming skills.
• Proficient skills in both written and spoken English is required.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a collaborative team.

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The University of Arkansas (U of A, UArk, or UA) is a public land-grant, research university in Fayetteville, Arkansas. It is the flagship campus of the University of Arkansas System and the largest, best-known university in the state. It is noted for its strong architecture and agriculture (particularly animal science and poultry science) programs, as well as their business school, where their supply chain management program was ranked the best in North America by Gartner in July 2020. The University of Arkansas is also known for its highly ranked communication disorders, creative writing, history, law (particularly agricultural law), and Middle Eastern studies programs.