Host Organization
Mississippi State University (MSU)
Location
USA
Target Audience
International
Application Deadline:
Graduate Research Assistantship
Job Description: One graduate research assistantship position for Ph.D. Doctoral program is available
within the Sustainable & Environmental Chemistry Group https://emh147.cfr.msstate.edu/
in the Department of Sustainable Bioproducts at Mississippi State University. The successful candidate will be working in the development of nanocellulose based biohybrid aerogel (BHA) for the removal of Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) from contaminated water.
One graduate research assistantship position for Ph.D. Doctoral program is available
within the Sustainable & Environmental Chemistry Group https://emh147.cfr.msstate.edu/
in the Department of Sustainable Bioproducts at Mississippi State University. The successful candidate will be working in the development of nanocellulose based biohybrid aerogel (BHA) for the removal of Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) from contaminated water.
The results of the project are expected to have broad environmental applications. The successful applicant will be receiving a degree from the Department of Sustainable Bioproducts under the College of Forestry Resources.
Qualifications for the Graduate Research Assistantship
The candidate should have a master’s degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, or closely related disciplines relevant to the topics of the study.
The candidate should have a GPA 3.5, GRE test report, and TOEFL iBT 79 or IELTS 6.5 are required for
international students.
The candidate should possess exemplary organization and communication skills, a strong work ethic, and the ability to work alone and as part of a team in less than ideal environments.
Terms of conditions for Graduate Research Assistantship position:
The selected applicant will begin project work from Fall 2023 or Spring 2024 for a support period of three years for the Ph.D. program depending upon the performance of the student in the graduate studies. The assistantship will cover graduate student’s stipend, tuition waiver, and health insurance. Review of the applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Application Process and Deadline for Graduate Research Assistantship:
Interested candidates should send an email with the subject “Graduate Assistantship” to Dr. El Barbary Hassan mailto:e.hassan@msstate.edu containing the following items: cover letter, curriculum vitae, a one-page statement of purpose, copy of transcripts, copy of GRE & TOFEL scores and contact information of twoprofessional references who can evaluate the applicant’s capacity for graduate research.
Webex/video interview may be requested and only those selected for interview will be contacted. All candidates need to submit their application to the Mississippi State University Office of the Graduate School and abide by graduate school requirements and deadlines specific to fall 2023 or spring 2024 admissions.
An online application is mandatory for enrollment at Mississippi State University. Hence, interested candidates should act promptly by visiting https://apply.grad.msstate.edu/
MSU is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, ethnicity, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, disability status, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We always welcome nominations and applications from women, members of any minority group, and others who share our passion for building a diverse community that reflects the diversity in our student population.
About Mississippi State University: Sustainable & Environmental Chemistry Group
The Sustainable & Environmental Chemistry Group, Department of Sustainable Bioproducts, Mississippi State University research focuses on exploring innovative concepts and strategies for the utilization of renewable biomass resources to sustainable biofuels, biomaterials, and value-added chemicals. The Sustainable & Environmental Chemistry Group are especially interested in research in lignocellulosic biomass to liquid fuels and value-added chemicals, fast pyrolysis of biomass and bio-oil upgrading to transportation fuels, development of low-cost porous carbon materials for environmental applications and energy storage, and nanocellulose-based composite for water treatment.
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