Postdoctoral Collaborators: The Laboratory for Functional Inorganic Materials (LFIM) at EPFL in Switzerland is seeking two highly skilled and motivated Postdoctoral Collaborators with expertise in chemical and/or process engineering. The positions are focused on the implementation of CO2 adsorbents in medium-scale (kg) demonstrators for post-combustion and direct air capture applications.
Summary Table:
| Designation: | Postdoctoral Collaborators |
|---|---|
| Research Area: | CO2 Adsorption and Process Engineering |
| Location: | EnergyPolis Campus, EPFL-Valais in Sion, Switzerland |
Eligibility/Qualification:
Position 1 – CO2 Adsorption and Material Structuring:
- PhD in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry (preferred).
- Experience in synthesizing porous materials (zeolites, MOFs, silicas, etc) and structuring (extrusion, tableting, pelletization).
- Proficiency in breakthrough separations, adsorption measurements, TGA, DSC, PXRD, and various spectroscopy techniques.
- Creative, self-motivated, and effective in a competitive research environment.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
Position 2 – CO2 Separations and Process Modelling:
- PhD in Chemical Engineering or Process Modelling (preferred).
- Background in CO2 separations (TSA, VSA, TVSA, PSA processes, etc) and process modelling tools (Aspen Adsorption, gPROMS is a plus).
- Proficiency in characterization techniques as mentioned in Position 1.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
Job Description: The successful candidates will collaborate within the Laboratory for Functional Inorganic Materials (LFIM) on the development and implementation of CO2 adsorbents in medium-scale demonstrators. The positions involve interdisciplinary research, including material synthesis, adsorption measurements, characterization, and process engineering. The goal is to contribute to advancements in CO2 capture technologies for environmental sustainability.
How to Apply: Interested candidates are invited to email their application to Prof. Wendy Queen at wendy.queen@epfl.ch. Please include the following documents:
- Detailed CV
- Research statement
- Names of at least two references
Please use the subject line “Postdoc Position_CO2 Capture” for Position 1 and “Engineer Position_Scaleup” for Position 2. Positions can commence as early as September 2023 for Postdoctoral Collaborators and June 2023 for Engineer Position.
Candidates are also encouraged to explore fellowship opportunities.
Last Date for Apply: Applications should be submitted by the specified start dates – June 2023 for the Engineer Position and September 2023 for the Postdoctoral Collaborators.
