Bio Products Research Laboratory –– North Dakota State University (Ndsu)
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Daily Duties at Bio Products Research Laboratory –– North Dakota State University (Ndsu)
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Managed the preparation of bio-based plastics from canola meal protein isolates under different denaturation levels, as well as testing of biodiesel from low- and high-saturate canola oils.
Handled the research of epoxy resins from canola oil extracted under various conditions and testing the performance.
Worked in Cool Clean Technologies Inc. at Eagan, Minnesota in extracting non-denatured canola oil and meal using the patented liquid carbon dioxide extraction process.
Prepared and submitted several reports using data gathered from set of experiments
Made major contributions in writing grant proposal awarded to the program through APUC (Agricultural Products Utilization Commission)

What they like about Bio Products Research Laboratory –– North Dakota State University (Ndsu)
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You highly value a work environment built on a formal structure, rules, and regulations. You do not enjoy the unpredictability of shifting priorities and deadlines that upset your routine. You require and enjoy direction, input and accountability as part of your work environment. You have a strong need to participate in making key decisions and feel left out if your superiors or co-workers do not seek your input when making decisions. You thrive on providing good customer service to both internal or external customers, and doing so makes you feel good.

Tags

Bio Process Engineer, By products, Bio fuels, proteins, bio plastics, animal feed, Research, scientist, liquid feed, DDGS, protein meals, oil seeds, extrusion, injection molding, Materials engineer, chemical engineer, process engineer, bio polymers, sugar beet, project management, analysis, experimentation, communication, presentation, quality improvement, technical, troubleshooting, pilot plant, laboratory, material properties, reactor, soy, corn, canola, manager, six sigma, lean, PhD, MS, 5S, AOCS, ASABE, sugar cane, molasses, CSB

Skills

Analyses and Experimentation, Project and Operations Management, Quality Assurance and Management, Data Analysis, Research Grant and Publication Record, Good Laboratory Practice, Good Manufacturing Practice, Time Management and Prioritization, Communication and Presentation

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