12 PhD Positions: We are excited to announce 12 PhD positions for highly motivated candidates interested in contributing to the development of yeast-based solutions for sustainable aviation fuels (SAF). These positions are part of the Horizon Europe MSCA-Doctoral Network (DN) YAF – “Yeast-based solutions for sustainable Aviation Fuels.”
CALL FOR APPLICANTS: 12 PhD Positions for the Development of Yeast-based Solutions for Sustainable Aviation Fuels
Summary Table:
| Position | Research Area | Institution |
|---|---|---|
| DC1 | SAF intermediates production (FA) from SCFAs | IMDEA Energy, Spain |
| DC2 | SAF intermediates production from sugars | CIEMAT, Spain |
| DC3 | CRISPR platform for SAF production in Y. lipolytica | Imperial College London, UK |
| DC4 | Design of improved SAF blends using synthetic microbial communities | Imperial College London, UK |
| DC5 | SAF production from residues with R. toruloide | TUT, Estonia |
| DC6 | Advancing Debaryomyces hansenii for SAF precursors from algal biomass | DTU, Denmark |
| DC7 | Direct selective catalytic conversion of FA/terpenes to SAF | ABO, Finland |
| DC8 | Cascade platform conversion of waste-derived-FA into SAF | CEPSA, Spain |
| DC9 | Production of SAF precursors in industrial environments | BBEPP, Belgium |
| DC10 | Modeling, optimization, and sustainability assessment of SAF production systems | IME, Spain |
| DC11 | Protein design for SAF production in R. toruloides | TUT, Estonia |
| DC12 | Adaptive Laboratory Evolution for alternative yeasts in lipid precursors accumulation | DTU, Denmark |
Study Area: Biotechnology and Systems Analysis for Applications in Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF).
Scholarship Description: These positions offer a unique opportunity to engage in cutting-edge research projects aimed at advancing the field of biotechnology and systems analysis for the production of sustainable aviation fuels using yeast-based solutions.
Eligibility: We are looking for highly motivated doctoral candidates with a background in biotechnology, systems analysis, or related fields. Applicants should have a strong academic record and a keen interest in contributing to sustainable aviation fuel research.
Required Documents: To apply, please submit the following documents:
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Cover Letter
- Academic Transcripts
- Letters of Recommendation
How to Apply: The application process will start on 1st of February 2024 and will end on 29th February (23:59, Europe/Brussels). For additional information and the application form, visit YAF Application Form. For any questions, please send an email to info@yaf-project.eu.
Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to be part of a leading research initiative in sustainable aviation fuels!
More information and the selection process can be found here.
