PhD Scholarship in Biofuel Production: The University of Girona invites applications for a PhD candidate position in carbon dioxide valorisation for aviation biofuel production. This opportunity is part of a European project funded through the Horizon Europe programme, focusing on biofuel production using microalgae and solar energy. The selected candidate will join the Water Science and Technology doctoral programme and work within the Laboratory of Chemical and Environmental Engineering (LEQUIA) at UdG. The position offers a 3-year contract with annual renewal from the first year, commencing on 01/05/2024.
PhD Scholarship in Carbon Dioxide Valorisation for Aviation Biofuel Production
Summary Table:
| Position Type | Research Focus |
|---|---|
| PhD Candidate | Carbon Dioxide Valorisation for Biofuel |
Study Area: The research encompasses experimental sciences (chemistry, environmental sciences, biology, biotechnology), and engineering (chemical engineering, environmental engineering), or equivalent fields.
Scholarship Description: The PhD candidate will contribute to the “ALGAESOL” project funded by the European Commission’s Horizon Europe programme, led by NORCE in Norway. The research involves the design, operation, and maintenance of a pilot plant for microalgae cultivation to produce aviation biofuel. It combines bioelectrochemical processes for carbon dioxide conversion into acetate and photosynthesis.
Eligibility: Applicants must have completed undergraduate and master’s studies in the relevant fields with a minimum of 300 credits. Fluency in spoken and written English is required, along with initiative, teamwork skills, and preferably previous experience with bioelectrochemical systems and/or microalgae. Applicants willing and eligible to apply for a competitive doctoral scholarship (e.g., Joan Oró Grants) will be valued.
What we can offer you:
- 3-year contract (annual renewal from the first year).
- Anticipated start date: From 1st May 2024.
- The researcher will work on the “ALGAESOL” project funded by the European Commission’s Horizon Europe programme.
- Gross monthly salary of €1,470 (approx).
Interested?
Applications should be sent by email to promotor.lequia@udg.edu as PDF documents, with the subject referencing “PhD in Microalgae.” The deadline for submission is 31st March 2024 (23:59 Brussels time).
Your application must include the following documents:
- A cover letter including the position reference, your contact address, and phone number.
- Your curriculum vitae in PDF format covering:
- Bachelor and Master studies, with the title of the studies, average mark, year of finalisation, and institution. If the studies were carried out outside Spain, include the average mark in accordance with the model of the Spanish Ministry of Sciences.
- Work history in chronological order.
- Current research fields and interests, publications, awarded research grants.
- The names and contact details (address, phone, email) of up to three referees (optional).
The University of Girona maintains a policy of equal opportunities and diversity, and encourages everyone to apply for this position.
