The National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) in Golden, Colorado, is the 
nation's primary laboratory for research, development and deployment of 
renewable energy and energy efficiency technologies. NREL's National Bioenergy 
Center has an immediate opening for a full time (40 hours per week) 
Postdoctoral Researcher. The initial appointment is for one year, with possible 
renewal for up to three years.
Conduct and participate in R&D to improve our mechanistic understanding and 
ability to accurately model transport and reaction processes in both individual 
biomass particles and in biomass entrained flows undergoing thermochemical 
conversion using computational fluid dynamics (CFD). Formulate and test 
computational models of reactive, multiphase heat/mass transfer across multiple 
length and time scales. Participate in multi-disciplinary project teams with 
researchers of diverse backgrounds (catalyst development teams, chemical 
engineers, and physical chemists) investigating a variety of prospective 
biomass conversion unit operations, such as catalytic fast pyrolysis, vapor 
phase upgrading, or gasification. Document work in detailed technical memos and 
milestone reports. Publish and present key findings in peer-reviewed journals 
and at regional, national, and international scientific meetings. Maintain 
exemplary attention to environmental safety and health issues.
Candidates must have a recent doctoral degree (within three years) in Chemical 
or Mechanical Engineering (or a closely related field) and expertise in CFD. 
Strong scientific writing skills demonstrated by experience authoring quality 
scientific papers. Excellent verbal/interpersonal communications skills. 
Ability to work collaboratively as part of a research team or individually with 
limited supervision
Preferred Qualifications 	
An excellent academic record with peer-reviewed publications in CFD. Knowledge 
of one or more of the existing CFD software packages/codes well suited for 
multi-phase model development and experience with high-performance computing 
applications of CFD. Experience synergistically using experimental and 
computational approaches to determine rate controlling factors and/or 
mechanisms. Familiarity with thermochemical conversion of lignocellulosic 
biomass including pyrolysis and gasification. Applicants must apply at 
www.nrel.gov/employment. Search on "Job Openings" for requisition 3019.