PhD Position: Spherical Agglomeration: KU Leuven, one of the top 50 universities worldwide, invites applications for a PhD position within CIPT, the Centre for Industrial Process Technology. This project aims to explore the influence of various factors on the spherical agglomeration of API crystals.
PhD Position: Continuous Ultrasound Assisted Spherical Agglomeration
Summary Table:
| Title | PhD Position: Continuous Ultrasound Assisted Spherical Agglomeration |
|---|---|
| Institution | KU Leuven |
| Department | Centre for Industrial Process Technology (CIPT) |
| Location | Campus Diepenbeek, Faculty of Engineering Technology, KU Leuven |
| Duration | Initial duration of 1 year, extendable up to 4 years |
| Contact | Prof. Dr. Leen Braeken, +32 11 75 17 05, leen.braeken@kuleuven.be |
| Application Deadline | July 03, 2024 |
Study Area: Chemical Engineering with a focus on the development and implementation of new technologies in (bio) chemical processes, including the use of ultrasound, green chemicals, continuous reactors, photochemistry, and artificial intelligence.
Scholarship Description: The successful candidate will undertake a PhD fellowship aimed at investigating the effects of acoustic energy, surfactants, chemical composition, and process settings on the spherical agglomeration of API crystals. The PhD project will involve acquiring necessary background knowledge, proposing and executing experimental plans, building setups, conducting experiments, analyzing data, and presenting results. The position offers a full-time mandate initially for one year, with the possibility of extension based on funding and performance, leading to the completion of a PhD in four years.
Eligibility:
- Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering with strong academic performance.
- Knowledge of crystallization, flow chemistry, ultrasound, particle size analysis, and inline image analysis tools is advantageous.
- Proficiency in English for scientific communication.
- Strong motivation and capability for independent research.
Required Documents:
- Academic CV
- Cover letter
- Transcript of records
- References or recommendation letters
- Proof of English proficiency
How to Apply: Applications must be submitted through the KU Leuven online application tool by no later than July 03, 2024. For more information, interested candidates can contact Prof. Dr. Leen Braeken via phone at +32 11 75 17 05 or email at leen.braeken@kuleuven.be.
Last Date: July 03, 2024
