Postdoctoral Fellow in battery separator research, Department of Chemical engineering, NTNU, Norway
About the position
The postdoctoral fellowship position is a temporary position where the main goal is to qualify for work in senior academic positions.
The successful applicant will work for the 3S battery project: “Super selective separators for battery applications”. This project is funded by the Research Council of Norway through the Technological Convergence call. SINTEF industry (Norway) and Uppsala University (Sweden) are the project partners. The objective of the 3S battery project is to develop and engineer tailored separators enabling high electrochemical performances and long cyclic life in Li-S batteries. The successful applicant will be involved in the design, fabrication, and characterization of separators with nano-scale architectures and functionalities to address the challenges in Li-S batteries. The tasks may require experience in membrane and thin film fabrication, characterization, nanocomposite design, and battery assembly and testing.
The selected candidate will join the Membrane Laboratory in the Department of Chemical Engineering and work closely with the Battery Laboratory in the Department of Material Sciences at NTNU. These laboratories are equipped with state-of-the-art facilities for the fabrication and characterization of nanocomposite, membranes and thin films, and battery assembly and evaluation.
The position will report to Prof. Liyuan Deng. The immediate leader of the position is the Head of Department of Chemical Engineering.
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PhD within battery separator research, Department of Chemical engineering, NTNU, Norway
About the position
We have a 3 year vacancy for a PhD Research Fellow in battery separator research at Department of Chemical engineering https://www.ntnu.edu/chemeng.
For a position as a PhD Research Fellow, the goal is a completed doctoral education up to an obtained doctoral degree.
The successful candidate will work for the 3S battery project: “Super selective separators for battery applications”. This project is funded by the Research Council of Norway through the Technological Convergence call. SINTEF industry (Norway) and Uppsala University (Sweden) are the project partners. The objective of the 3S battery project is to develop and engineer tailored separators enabling high electrochemical performances and long cyclic life in Li-S batteries.
The PhD candidate will be involved in the design, fabrication, and characterization of separators with nano-scale architectures and functionalities to address the challenges in Li-S batteries. The tasks may require experience in membrane and thin film fabrication, characterization, nanocomposite design, and battery assembly and testing.
The selected candidate will join the Membrane Laboratory in the Department of Chemical Engineering and work closely with the Battery Laboratory in the Department of Material Sciences at NTNU. These laboratories are equipped with state-of-the-art facilities for the fabrication and characterization of nanocomposite, membranes and thin films, and battery assembly and evaluation.
The position will report to Prof. Liyuan Deng. The immediate leader of the position is the Head of Department of Chemical Engineering.
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3 Research positions, Membrane Materials and Processes (Prof. Kitty Nijmeijer), Eindhoven University of Technology
Postdoc on Electro-osmotic drying of diluted biomass streams (3 years)
This project is part of a large Dutch academic-industrial research program entitled ELECTRIFIED. Its aims is to develop key enabling technologies and consists of multiple PhD and PD research projects. The main objective of this ELECTRIFIED research program is to develop and explore electrically driven dewatering technologies for the food and biobased industry.
Drying alone represents almost 25% of all energy used in the processing industry. Sustainable food and biobased processing can only be realized by replacing our current evaporative dewatering processes by processes using more effective driving forces such as electricity. ELECTRIFIED uses such electric driving forces to extract water from biomaterials. This is done by making use of a combination of molecularly designed electroresponsive hydrogels, well-controlled electro-osmosis and electrohydrodynamic drying in dilute, semi solid and solid regimes.
Postdoc on Deep Removal of CO2 and InnoVative Electrification concepts (2 years)
The TU/e postdoc is involved in the indirect electrochemical regeneration process (Zero-Emissions Ultra-Stripping) developed by Hovyu (Dutch partner). In this concept carbonate and bicarbonate solutions are mixed in a neutralization tank with a weak acid forming the corresponding organic salts and up to 10 bars of CO2. Then the organic salt is treated in an electrochemical cell to generate the hydroxide and acid solutions. The applied organic acids are industrially produced by fermentation and are present in the fermentation broth in the form of organic salts. An electromembrane process is then used to recover and concentrate the organic acid.
The challenge of this PD project is to develop bipolar membranes (BPMs) using sophisticated methods such as electrospinning, that are used for water spitting to produce the acid and base and to optimize the electrochemical cell design in order to minimize the energy demand.
PhD on Developing high-throughput membrane adsorbers via electrospinning for selective PFAS removal (4 years)
Development of a selective membrane adsorber platform to capture selectively components such as PFAS requires: (1) The use of green and sustainable materials: green solvents, (biobased)polymers, functional organic and inorganic additives to enhance affinity and selective adsorption. (2) Control over functionality, specificity, stability and tuning of porosity, pore size and pore size distribution is critical to set the ultimate separation performance, the throughput, flow rates, concentrations, etc. (3) Assembling of developed structures into modules is a challenge, but essential such that ultimately also large-scale applications are within reach.
The proposed approach is centered around electrospinning: a very versatile technology offering the possibility to produce nanofibers together forming very open, highly porous, robust polymer structures with a low flow resistance. When functionalized such hierarchical porous structures are able to selectively bind specific components for e.g. direct capturing of unwanted components or recycle and reuse.
PhD position: Design of microbial membrane structured microreactors and immobilised cells for intensified sustainable bioproduction, Toulouse, France
PhD position: Design of microbial membrane structured microreactors and immobilised cells for intensified sustainable bioproduction
This PhD proposal is part of a project funded by the University of Toulouse and Région Occitanie.
The main objective of this thesis is to design an original reactor in which a hydrogel is used as an membrane-supported inclusion matrix, to enable both immobilization and densification of cells in order to enhance the performance of bioproductions within spatial constraints of containment and/or water consumption.
The PhD will be supervised by Dr. ALFENORE Sandrine (TBI, Toulouse Biotechnology Institute) and Dr. Clémence Coetsier (LGC, Laboratory of Chemical Engineering – Toulouse).
Profile: The applicant should have a Master degree in Materials science or engineering and/or process or bioprocess engineering. Curiosity and interest in methodological developments and interdisciplinary topics is essential. Knowledge / experience in membrane processes applied to bioprocesses, experience in microbial cultures and/or microscopic techniques will be an additional asset for this project. Motivation, autonomy, team spirit and working skills will be the main motors for a successful project.
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Marie-Sklodowska Curie Doctoral Network « ChimSep »
13 Doctoral Candidate Positions opened
o 7 positions for experimental OSN & MD (ChimSep-PhD#12, ChimSep-PhD#11, ChimSep-PhD#9, ChimSep-PhD#13, ChimSep-PhD#1, ChimSep-PhD#10, ChimSep-PhD#5)
o 1 position for computational modelling in OSN (ChimSep-PhD#3)
o 5 positions in organic synthesis & catalysis
Application from July 18 to August 31, 2023
o Position start: from November 2023
o Already on Euraxess / LinkedIn
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PhD Position, University of Iceland, Iceland
Job type: PhD position
Location: University of Iceland, Iceland
The Faculty of Civil and Environmental Engineering at University of Iceland is looking for a full-time doctoral student for a three-year project on membrane-based nutrient recovery from microalgal wastes.
Qualification requirements
• Master degree in environmental engineering, chemical engineering, or related disciplines.
• Experience in membrane technology, wastewater treatment is an advantage.
• Independent work capability and good communication skills.
• Good skills in written and spoken English.
Learn more about the job
• The doctoral student is expected to start work no later than 31 Dec 2023.
• The applicant shall submit (i) a statement letter, (ii) a curriculum vitae, (iii) a copy of the diplomas and transcripts (BS and MS), (iv) list two referees, their relationship with the applicant and how to contact them. Please send your application documents to Professor Bing Wu (wubing@hi.is).
• The application deadline is 31 July, 2023.
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PhD Chemical Engineer / Chemist / Materials Scientist- Membrane R&D, Exactymer, UK
Job type: PhD Chemical Engineer / Chemist / Materials Scientist- Membrane R&D
Location: Dagenham, RM107FN, UK
PhD Chemical Engineer / Chemist / Materials Scientist- Membrane R&D
Exactmer is a rapidly growing life sciences business currently with 50 employees and we are searching for a self-starting, dynamic, flexible and committed individual to join our team. We are seeking an outstanding PhD Chemical Engineer / Chemist / Materials Scientist to work on creating long-term value for the business through researching and developing ground-breaking new synthetic membranes.
About Exactmer
Exactmer is a start-up dedicated to producing precision polymeric molecules with our patented Nanostar Sieving Technology. Using this disruptive new platform, we are creating exquisite synthetic and biological polymers, including oligonucleotides and mono-disperse polyethylene glycols (PEGs), ADC-linkers, peptides and more…most of them bound for use in medicines that enhance patient quality of life.
Job Description
You will be part of the Membrane Research Team and will work directly under the supervision of the Head of Membrane Research, Dr Zhiwei Jiang. You will be involved working on a wide range of membrane technology, including membrane formation, membrane morphology characterisation, and performance evaluation. Overall, you need to be flexible and ready to grow your skills and experience as the company grows and our technology evolves.
Job Responsibilities
• Working with a range of membrane formation techniques including phase inversion, coating and interfacial polymerisation.
• Using both lab bench batch and continuous roll-to-roll platforms for membrane fabrication.
• Employing a wide range of techniques to quantify membrane morphology and properties.
• Employing equipment and analysis for the measurement of membrane functional performance.
• Following, writing, reviewing, and maintaining of membrane production procedures .
• Responsible for independent development, implementation and reporting of membrane R&D projects.
• Actively contribute to initiation and managing of incidents, risk assessments and COSHH forms in the Membrane Research department.
• Attend regular internal and external meetings with stakeholders; prepare high quality manuscripts for publication; attend international conferences.
Job Requirements
• PhD in chemical engineering / chemistry / materials science with experience of membrane fabrication.
• Experience at membrane performance evaluation for liquid systems and preferably for organic solvent nanofiltration (OSN).
• Excellent record-keeping and adherence to safety codes and protocols are essential.
What’s in it for you
• Good remuneration package
• 39-day holiday (including bank holiday)
• Work within a fast-growing company
• Yearly learning and development opportunities
• Chance to carry out leading membrane research.
How to apply
To find out more, contact us on info2@exactmer.com. To apply, send your 2-page CV and a letter covering your background and interest in this role to info2@exactmer.com. We will be continuously reviewing applicants but prefer applications before Friday 31 June 2023.
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Post-doc Position, ISOF-CNR Bologna, Italy
Job type: Post-doc position
Location: ISOF-CNR Bologna, Italy
Post-doc position in the group of Manuela Melucci at ISOF-CNR Bologna.
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PhD Position on Hollow Fiber Membrane Development, University of Twente, Enschede, The Netherlands
Job type: PhD Position on Hollow Fiber Membrane Development
Location: University of Twente, Enschede, The Netherlands
Do you want to craft the next generation of functionalized membranes and porous materials? We are seeking a highly motivated and dedicated individual to join the membrane science and technology cluster (www.membrane.nl) as a PhD candidate in the field of hollow fiber membrane development!
You will be working as a member of the Membranes Science and Technology cluster, an outstanding research team dedicated to pushing the boundaries of membrane technology. Our cluster is dedicated to solving complex separation problems by harnessing the potential of membranes. These membranes consist of a tailored combination of different materials with unique properties, resulting in exceptional separation characteristics.
As a PhD candidate, you will play a vital role in the development of functionalized hollow fiber membranes using the chemistry in a spinneret approach. The primary objective of this PhD project is to demonstrate novel chemistries and sustainable solvents to create composite hollow fiber membranes with enhanced functionalities. Additionally, we will be applying modelling techniques to generate a fundamental understanding of the underlying processes and to support and guide membrane fabrication experiments.
Your Profile
• You have, or will shortly, acquire a master’s degree (or equivalent) preferably with distinction (or international equivalent) in chemical engineering, materials engineering, chemistry or a related field.
• You are creative and have excellent analytical and communication skills.
• You bring good team spirit and like to work in an interdisciplinary and internationally oriented environment.
• You are proficient in English.
• You have a background in membrane technology, polymer chemistry, or materials synthesis.
• You have prior experience with experimental skills, ideally including membrane fabrication and characterization techniques.
• You have knowledge or proven practical programming experience in Python, and/or MATLAB or are highly motivated to learn such.
Our Offer
• An inspiring multidisciplinary and challenging international and academic environment. The UT offers a fun and dynamic environment with enthusiastic colleagues where collaboration with other researchers is stimulated.
• As a PhD student at UT, you will be appointed to a full-time position for four years, with a qualifier in the first year.
• Your salary and associated conditions are in accordance with the collective labour agreement for Dutch universities (CAO-NU).
• You will have a training programme as part of the Twente Graduate School where you and your supervisors will determine a plan for a suitable education and supervision.
Learn more and apply below!
https://utwentecareers.nl/en/vacancies/1245/phd-position-on-hollow-fiber-membrane-development/
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Job positions at MANN+HUMMEL Water&Fluid Solutions SPA, Cerreto D’Esi (Italy)
MANN+HUMMEL Water&Fluid Solutions SPA is looking for their new plant, opening in Cerreto D’Esi (Italy):
1. R&D Chemical Engineer (position)
2. R&D Laboratory Technician (position)
3. R&D Chemist (position)