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We are seeking to fill a Program Manager position for the recently funded Phase 2 National Science Foundation Convergence Accelerator Track M program entitled “SequestStar: capturing carbon and reusing waste streams.”

Our vision for the Phase 2 Convergence Accelerator is to advance the SequestStar technology down the path to commercialization with significant input from end users. SequestStar will be an economically viable and environmentally-friendly biomanufacturing process that captures carbon dioxide from the air. Bringing together microalgae and the waste streams of desalination plants, SequestStar will create calcium carbonate and algae products that can lower the carbon footprint of multiple industries. During this project, we will create an Input-to-Product pilot system, test industrial scale components, simultaneously optimize microalgae bioproducts and carbon-capture PCC production, conduct market research, carbon footprint, and techno-economic analyses, develop a Front-End Engineering Design of an industrial-scale facility, and participate fully in the Convergence Accelerator curriculum. We are looking for people who enjoy working across disciplines in a large and diverse team to create new technologies with significant societal impact.  Additional information can be found at http://SequestStar.com.

Based at the Horn Point Laboratory, and with oversight by Dr. Elizabeth North, the successful candidate will take an important leadership role in coordinating team deliverables and working to ensure each team meets goals and timelines. In addition, the Program Manager will coordinate end user interviews, market research, and full team reports, take a leadership role in developing an organizational structure based on the profitability of our initiatives, and contribute to the design of our Input-to-Product pilot system and industrial-scale facility. Essentially, the Program Manager will keep our project on track and integrate information from our experiments, end users, and market research to help develop a profitable technology and business model.

We are seeking well-qualified candidates with experience in business administration, team coordination and communication, and program management. This 12 month appointment with opportunity to renew for another 12 months provides a competitive salary and benefits package.

Minimum Qualifications: A Masters degree in Business Administration or equivilent experience is required. In addition, at least five years of experience working in industry as a program manager or in a leadership position is required.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience with prototype and industrial-scale design would be beneficial.

Required Application Materials: (1) a cover letter describing relevant research experience, interests and goals, (2) a current CV or resume, and (3) contact information for three references

 

Best Consideration Date: n/a

 

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Open Until Filled: yes

 

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UMCES-Horn Point Laboratory

Worker Sub-Type

Faculty Regular

Salary Range

$70,000 to $90,000

EEO Statement

The University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science is an equal opportunity employer. The Center’s policies, programs, and activities are in conformance with pertinent Federal and State laws and regulations on nondiscrimination regarding race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, and disability. Inquiries regarding compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; Title IX of the Educational Amendments; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990; or related legal requirements should be directed to the Assistant Vice President of Human Resources, Center Administration, 2020 Horns Point Rd, Cambridge, MD 21613.