Summary
King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals (KFUPM), Saudi Arabia, is inviting motivated candidates to pursue a PhD in Mechanical Engineering with a research focus on electrochemical and thermochemical CO₂ conversion into fuels and value-added chemicals. Full scholarships are available to eligible candidates, subject to KFUPM admission and scholarship approval.
Fully Funded PhD Opportunities in CO₂ Conversion at King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals (KFUPM)
Designation
PhD Research Scholar – Mechanical Engineering
Research Area
- CO₂ electroreduction using H-cells, flow cells, and membrane electrode assembly (MEA) systems
- Thermochemical CO₂ conversion using catalytic membrane reactors
- Catalyst preparation and development
- Electrochemical testing and reactor operation
- Product analysis using Gas Chromatography (GC)
Location
📍 King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals (KFUPM)
Dhahran, Saudi Arabia
Eligibility / Qualification
Applicants with academic backgrounds in the following fields are encouraged to apply:
- Mechanical Engineering
- Chemical Engineering
- Materials Science Engineering
Candidates should have a strong interest in CO₂ conversion, catalysis, electrochemistry, and sustainable energy technologies.
💰 Funding: Full scholarships are available for eligible candidates, subject to KFUPM admission and scholarship approval.
Job / Research Description
The selected PhD researchers will work on advanced CO₂ conversion technologies aimed at producing fuels and value-added chemicals. The research will involve:
- Developing and preparing catalysts
- Conducting electrochemical CO₂ reduction experiments
- Working with H-cell, flow-cell, and MEA configurations
- Operating catalytic membrane reactors for thermochemical CO₂ conversion
- Performing electrochemical characterization and testing
- Analyzing reaction products using GC
- Contributing to research publications and scientific projects
How to Apply
Interested candidates should register their interest through the Google Form provided in the original announcement.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Last Date for Application
Until position filled
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as early as possible.
