PhD Studentship in Environmental Biotechnology: Trinity College Dublin is offering a PhD studentship in Environmental Biotechnology, commencing in September 2024. The successful candidate will focus on anaerobic ammonium oxidation (anammox) for wastewater treatment and resource recovery within a multidisciplinary research group led by Prof. Muhammad Ali.
Designation: PhD Studentship in Environmental Biotechnology
Research Area: Anaerobic ammonium oxidation (anammox) for wastewater treatment and resource recovery
Location: Department of Civil, Structural, and Environmental Engineering, Trinity College Dublin
Eligibility/Qualification:
- MSc degree in environmental engineering, environmental microbiology, or related fields
- Post-qualification industrial experience is preferred
- Experience operating bioreactors is required
- Familiarity with anammox bioreactors and bioelectrochemical systems is advantageous
- Proficiency with molecular biological tools (e.g., DNA, RNA extraction, PCR, FISH) is encouraged
- Strong analytical and communication skills in English
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team setting
- Capacity to supervise graduate students, prepare manuscripts, and present findings at national and international conferences
Job Description:
The successful candidate will join an active research group at Trinity College Dublin, focusing on the development of an energy-efficient autotrophic biological nitrogen removal process with significant potential for resource recovery. Working under the supervision of Prof. Muhammad Ali, the research involves environmental modelling, wastewater treatment, microbial ecology, and applied bioinformatics.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit the following documents to Muhammad.Ali@tcd.ie by 12 August 2024. Please include “Studentship in Environmental Biotechnology” in the email subject line:
- Cover letter detailing research experience and interests
- Detailed Curriculum Vitae
- Names and contact details of 2 referees
- Copies of peer-reviewed articles (if available)
Last Date for Apply: 12 August 2024
