PhD: BIOSMART European Project: A fully funded PhD position is available for applications to join the CAT-REN research group at ITQ (UPV-CSIC). This opportunity focuses on innovative catalytic processes aimed at producing biofuels and biochemicals as part of a significant European project.
Designation
PhD Candidate
Research Area
Catalysis and Materials Science in Biofuels and Biochemicals Production
Location
ITQ (Institute of Chemical Technology, UPV-CSIC), Valencia, Spain
Eligibility/Qualification
- Master’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Advanced English language proficiency is required.
- Experience in catalysis, materials, and inorganic/organic/analytical chemistry is highly desirable.
- Strong motivation for experimental research in catalysis and materials.
Job Description
- Design, synthesize, and characterize solid catalysts, including supported metals on metal oxides.
- Conduct catalytic processes for converting lignocellulosic biomass into fuels and chemicals within a sustainable biorefinery framework.
- Engage in advanced materials synthesis and structural & surface characterization using techniques such as XRD, XRF, XPS, SEM, and TEM.
- Perform catalytic testing in continuous fixed-bed and batch reactors with biomass-derived feeds.
- Investigate structure–activity relationships, reaction mechanisms, and catalyst stability under operational conditions.
How to Apply
Interested candidates must send a single PDF document to Dr. Marcelo E. Domine at mdomine@itq.upv.es by including the following:
- Updated CV
- Academic transcripts (BSc & MSc)
- Motivation letter (maximum 1 page)
- Contact details of at least one referee (professor/researcher)
Last Date for Application
December 10, 2025
This scholarship offers a competitive salary, access to state-of-the-art instrumentation, and an international research environment, with a potential start date in January 2026.
