Research Assistant | KUET

About the Project
The Bangladesh Biorefinery & Biocrude Innovation Center (3BIC), under Window 3(a), Advanced Research, of the UGC HEAT ATF Sub-Project 13733, is a pioneering initiative advancing biorefinery development for sustainable biocrude production. The project focuses on hydrothermal liquefaction (HTL) technology and the establishment of a Biocrude Innovation Center for comprehensive analysis and performance evaluation.

Position: Research Assistant (RA)

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in designing and conducting hydrothermal liquefaction (HTL) experiments
• Operate and maintain pilot-scale HTL systems for waste-to-fuel conversion
• Collect, analyse, and interpret experimental data
• Prepare research reports, manuscripts, and presentations for dissemination
• Conduct literature reviews and contribute to innovative biorefinery strategies
• Collaborate with the project team in academic and industrial outreach activities

Qualification Requirements

• B.Sc. in Civil, Chemical, Environmental Engineering (or related field)
• Background in waste management, energy engineering, or thermochemical conversion
• Hands-on laboratory experience in chemical/energy research preferred
• Proficiency in data analysis, report writing, and scientific communication
• Familiarity with ASPEN PLUS/HYSIS is an advantage
• Strong technical writing and documentation skills
• Ability to work independently and in a multidisciplinary team

Benefits

• Opportunity to work on nationally significant, government-funded energy research
• Access to state-of-the-art HTL pilot plant facilities and analytical laboratories
• Potential for publications in high-impact journals and international exposure
• Contribution to Bangladesh’s sustainable energy future through applied research

Employment Status: Contractual
Job Location: Department of Civil Engineering, KUET, Khulna-9203

Application Process
Interested candidates are requested to email the following documents to [email protected] by 11 October 2025:

• Cover letter
• Detailed CV with academic and professional background
• Copies of academic transcripts and supporting documents

Email subject line: Application for Research Assistant – UGC HEAT Sub-Project 13733