Scholarship Summary
Auburn University is recruiting two Ph.D. students to join a research group in the Department of Biosystems Engineering. The selected students are expected to begin in Fall 2027, with research focused on the thermochemical conversion of biomass into fuels, chemicals, and other value-added products.
Scholarship Details
- Designation: Ph.D. Student Research Positions
- Number of Positions: Two
- Institution: Auburn University
- Department: Department of Biosystems Engineering
- Expected Start Date: August 2027
- Study Level: Doctoral (Ph.D.)
- Application Method: Email
Research Areas
The positions will broadly investigate the thermochemical conversion of biomass into fuels, chemicals, and value-added products. Potential research directions include:
- CO₂ capture and conversion using biochar and other carbon-based materials
- Electrochemical CO₂ capture and conversion
- Integrated electrochemical and thermochemical conversion systems
- Biomass thermochemical conversion, including pyrolysis, gasification, hydrothermal processing, and related catalytic processes
- Biopolymer development for adhesives, coating materials, and thermoplastics
Location
Department of Biosystems Engineering, Auburn University, Auburn, Alabama, United States.
Eligibility and Qualifications
Applicants from relevant engineering and science disciplines are encouraged to apply. Suitable academic backgrounds include:
- Biosystems engineering
- Chemical engineering
- Environmental engineering
- Mechanical engineering
- Materials science
- Chemistry
- Other closely related fields
Experience in one or more of the following areas is desirable:
- Thermochemical conversion
- Catalysis
- Electrochemistry
- Biochar
- Reaction engineering
- Polymer synthesis and characterization
- Process modeling
Scholarship Description
Two doctoral researchers will join a group working at the intersection of biomass conversion, carbon capture, electrochemistry, catalytic processing, and sustainable materials. The research may involve developing technologies for converting biomass and carbon dioxide into useful fuels, chemicals, polymers, and other products. Funding and benefit details were not specified in the announcement.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should email the following application materials to hossein.jahromi@auburn.edu:
- A current CV
- A brief research statement describing the applicant’s background, research interests, proposed research, and alignment with the position
Applicants should use a clear email subject line, such as Ph.D. Application – Fall 2027.
All submitted materials will be reviewed carefully. Due to the expected volume of inquiries, individual replies may not be possible. Applicants are asked not to send follow-up emails if they do not receive an immediate response. Only candidates whose backgrounds and interests are a strong match will be contacted for an interview.
Last Date to Apply
Application deadline: Interested candidates should apply as early as possible for the Fall 2027 intake.
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