MSCA-Doctoral student in Chemical Engineering on membrane processes for biofuel production
- Lund, Skåne
- Tillfälligt
- Heltid
- Review of available scientific literature on the research topic and presentation in a report/article.
- Design, construction and modelling of a lab/pilot scale experimental set-up integrating in the membrane process with the fermenter.
- Integration and optimization of the forward osmosis and/hydrophobic pervaporation with the membrane bioreactor in hybrid process.
- Techno-economical evaluation of the overall process with focus on energy consumption.
- Communication of obtained results in the form of publication of scientific articles and at international scientific conferences.
- has been awarded a second-cycle qualification, or
- has satisfied the requirements for courses comprising at least 240 credits of which at least 60 credits were awarded in the second cycle, or
- has acquired substantially equivalent knowledge in some other way in Sweden or abroad.
- a specialized project of at least 30 second-cycle credits in the subject.
- a specific degree eg. Master of Engineering, Master of Science or equivalent degree with relevance the subjectfor .
- has not stayed in Sweden or carried out research work at LU or at any other Swedish organization for more than a maximum of 12 months in the last three years.
- Very good oral and written ability in English, as large parts of the research work will be carried out in English.
- Experience in practical laboratory work.
- An assessment of ability to work independently and to formulate and tackle research problems.
- Written and oral communication skills.
- Other experience relevant to the third-cycle studies, e.g. professional experience.
- Experience of downstream processing, such as membrane processes.
- Knowledge of fermentation/biotechnology and relevant analytical techniques.
- Experience in building/assembling lab/pilot-scale equipment.
- Knowledge of modelling and programing skills in e.g. Python C/C++, MATLAB and/or LabView.
- Basic knowledge in electronics.
- Experience in project management
Read more on the University website about being a Lund University employee .Terms of employmentOnly those admitted to third cycle studies may be appointed to a doctoral studentship. Third cycle studies at LTH consist of full-time studies for 4 years. A doctoral studentship is a fixed-term employment of a maximum of 4.5 years (including 10% departmental duties). Doctoral studentships are regulated in the Higher Education Ordinance (1993:100), chapter 5, 1-7 §§.How to applyApplications shall be written in English and include a cover letter stating the reasons why you are interested in the position and in what way the research project corresponds to your interests and educational background. The application must also contain a CV, degree certificate or equivalent, and other documents you wish to be considered (grade transcripts, contact information for your references, letters of recommendation, etc.).Welcome to apply!RequirementsAdditional InformationWork Location(s)Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute Lunds universitet Country Sweden City Lund GeofieldWhere to apply WebsiteContact CityLund WebsiteSTATUS: EXPIRED
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