New River Community College
Research Technician in Polymer Chemistry and Materials Characterization - Dr Sha
New River Community College, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
Overview
The Marine Microbiomics Lab at New York University Abu Dhabi seeks to appoint a Research Technician with a background in chemistry or materials science to work on a collaborative project funded by Emirates Biotech, which is constructing the largest poly(lactic acid) (PLA) production facility in the world in Abu Dhabi. This partnership aims to assess the abiotic and biotic degradation of PLA under UAE environmental conditions, with direct relevance to sustainable plastics production and circular bioeconomy strategies in the region. The successful candidate will be responsible for characterizing PLA and other related materials under laboratory and field incubation experiments, applying a range of analytical and imaging techniques to study degradation pathways and kinetics. The technician will play a central role in Phase 1 of the project (abiotic lab simulations) and contribute to subsequent phases (field incubations and microbial enrichment studies). Responsibilities
Conduction laboratory simulations of PLA degradation under controlled terrestrial and marine conditions. Characterizing morphological, chemical, and thermal properties of PLA samples using advanced instrumentation. Analyzing degradation products and preparing detailed datasets for kinetics and modeling efforts. Conducting field incubations to deploy and retrieve PLA samples in UAE environments. Assisting with manuscript preparation, data management, and project reporting to both academic and industry partners. Qualifications
A Master’s degree in chemistry, materials science, or a related field. Strong hands-on experience with a range of analytical instrumentation, such as GPC, SEM, FTIR, TGA, DSC, HPLC, and related techniques. Demonstrated ability to prepare, process, and analyze polymer samples. Familiarity with experimental design, data analysis, and maintaining laboratory instrumentation. Excellent organizational skills and ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team. Benefits and Environment
Researchers at NYU Abu Dhabi benefit from access to state-of-the-art facilities, including advanced polymer characterization equipment, high-performance computing, metabolomics, and cutting-edge microscopy platforms (NYUAD Core Technology Platforms). The terms of employment are competitive and include housing and educational subsidies for children. Application Process
The deadline for applying is October 31, with a tentative start date in early January 2026. To be considered, applicants must submit in PDF format: Cover letter Curriculum vitae Contact details of three references Transcript A one-page summary of past research experience and relevant skills For instructions and information on how to apply, please visit:
http://nyuad.nyu.edu/about/careers/faculty-positions.html . For further questions, please contact Prof. Shady Amin at samin@nyu.edu. About NYU Abu Dhabi
https://nyuad.nyu.edu/en/ NYU Abu Dhabi is the first comprehensive liberal arts and research campus in the Middle East to be operated abroad by a major American research university. Times Higher Education ranks NYU among the top 30 universities in the world. NYU Abu Dhabi aims to advance cooperation and progress on humanity's shared challenges and values diversity and inclusion. Equal Employment Opportunity
NYU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a policy of equal treatment and opportunity in every aspect of its recruitment and hiring process without regard to age, alienage, caregiver status, childbirth, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, parental status, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected basis. Sustainability
NYU aims to be among the greenest urban campuses in the country and carbon neutral by 2040. Learn more at nyu.edu/sustainability
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The Marine Microbiomics Lab at New York University Abu Dhabi seeks to appoint a Research Technician with a background in chemistry or materials science to work on a collaborative project funded by Emirates Biotech, which is constructing the largest poly(lactic acid) (PLA) production facility in the world in Abu Dhabi. This partnership aims to assess the abiotic and biotic degradation of PLA under UAE environmental conditions, with direct relevance to sustainable plastics production and circular bioeconomy strategies in the region. The successful candidate will be responsible for characterizing PLA and other related materials under laboratory and field incubation experiments, applying a range of analytical and imaging techniques to study degradation pathways and kinetics. The technician will play a central role in Phase 1 of the project (abiotic lab simulations) and contribute to subsequent phases (field incubations and microbial enrichment studies). Responsibilities
Conduction laboratory simulations of PLA degradation under controlled terrestrial and marine conditions. Characterizing morphological, chemical, and thermal properties of PLA samples using advanced instrumentation. Analyzing degradation products and preparing detailed datasets for kinetics and modeling efforts. Conducting field incubations to deploy and retrieve PLA samples in UAE environments. Assisting with manuscript preparation, data management, and project reporting to both academic and industry partners. Qualifications
A Master’s degree in chemistry, materials science, or a related field. Strong hands-on experience with a range of analytical instrumentation, such as GPC, SEM, FTIR, TGA, DSC, HPLC, and related techniques. Demonstrated ability to prepare, process, and analyze polymer samples. Familiarity with experimental design, data analysis, and maintaining laboratory instrumentation. Excellent organizational skills and ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team. Benefits and Environment
Researchers at NYU Abu Dhabi benefit from access to state-of-the-art facilities, including advanced polymer characterization equipment, high-performance computing, metabolomics, and cutting-edge microscopy platforms (NYUAD Core Technology Platforms). The terms of employment are competitive and include housing and educational subsidies for children. Application Process
The deadline for applying is October 31, with a tentative start date in early January 2026. To be considered, applicants must submit in PDF format: Cover letter Curriculum vitae Contact details of three references Transcript A one-page summary of past research experience and relevant skills For instructions and information on how to apply, please visit:
http://nyuad.nyu.edu/about/careers/faculty-positions.html . For further questions, please contact Prof. Shady Amin at samin@nyu.edu. About NYU Abu Dhabi
https://nyuad.nyu.edu/en/ NYU Abu Dhabi is the first comprehensive liberal arts and research campus in the Middle East to be operated abroad by a major American research university. Times Higher Education ranks NYU among the top 30 universities in the world. NYU Abu Dhabi aims to advance cooperation and progress on humanity's shared challenges and values diversity and inclusion. Equal Employment Opportunity
NYU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a policy of equal treatment and opportunity in every aspect of its recruitment and hiring process without regard to age, alienage, caregiver status, childbirth, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, parental status, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected basis. Sustainability
NYU aims to be among the greenest urban campuses in the country and carbon neutral by 2040. Learn more at nyu.edu/sustainability
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