EU Doctoral Networks Funded Project: The EU Doctoral Networks funded project ELEGANCE is offering 15 PhD positions starting in 2026. This scholarship provides a unique opportunity for aspiring doctoral candidates to engage in cutting-edge research in various fields related to biocatalysis and machine learning.
Designation
PhD Positions (15)
| PhD Position | Research Area | Location |
|---|---|---|
| DC1 | Machine Learning-Guided Multiparametric Optimisation of Cytochrome P450 Monooxygenase | Technical University of Denmark – DTU Biosustain |
| DC2 | Kinetic Stability Data Collection for Predictive Bioprocess Modelling of CYP Enzymes | Technical University of Denmark – DTU Chemical Engineering |
| DC3 | Engineering Redox Chains to Support CYP Biocatalysis | University of Torino |
| DC4 | ML-Guided Evolution of Peroxygenases for Selective C-H Oxyfunctionalisation Reactions | Spanish National Research Council – Institute of Catalysis |
| DC5 | Multiparametric Engineering of Alkene Dioxygenase | Austrian Centre of Industrial Biotechnology |
| DC6 | Process Intensification of CYP Reactions in Batch and Continuous Reactors | Austrian Centre of Industrial Biotechnology |
| DC7 | Engineering Conformational Dynamics and Mechanism in Oxygenases | University of Girona |
| DC8 | Scalable, Cost-Effective Processes for Bulk Chemical Production of Cycloalkanones | Delft University of Technology |
| DC9 | Process Development and Optimization of Dioxygenase Catalysed Biotransformation | University of Zagreb |
| DC10 | Continuous Flow Oxyfunctionalisations of Allylic Substrates Catalysed by UPOs | Aarhus University |
| DC11 | Machine Learning-Based Tools for Multiparametric Enzyme Optimisation | Masaryk University |
| DC12 | Development of Machine Learned Coarse Grained Force Fields for Computational Enzyme Design | Freie Universität Berlin |
| DC13 | Development of ML-Based Tools for Analysis and Engineering Protein Dynamics | Czech Technical University in Prague |
| DC14 | Machine Learning for Empirical Valence Bond (EVB) Simulations to Engineer UPOs | PEACCEL |
| DC15 | Hybrid Machine Learning Models for Data-Driven Bioprocess Optimisation | DataHow |
Research Area
- Biocatalysis
- Machine Learning
- Chemical Engineering
- Computational Chemistry
Location
Various locations across Europe including Denmark, Italy, Spain, Austria, the Netherlands, Croatia, and Germany.
Eligibility/Qualification
- Must not hold a doctoral degree at the date of recruitment.
- Open to candidates of any nationality.
- Must not have resided or had primary activities (work or studies) in the recruiting beneficiary’s country for more than 12 months in the last 3 years.
- Candidates should meet the requirements for enrollment in a doctoral programme.
Description
The ELEGANCE project aims to enhance research and innovation in biocatalytic processes. The funding covers:
- Living allowance (salary)
- Mobility allowance for relocation
- Family allowance and long-term leave allowance (if applicable)
- Support for research, training, and networking events
- Secondments for practical training
How to Apply
Candidates interested in applying can download the detailed descriptions of each project and find application instructions through the links associated with each PhD position listed above.
Last Date to Apply
Open now
Take this opportunity to advance your research career in the field of biocatalysis and machine learning!
