3 PhD fellowships in Heterogeneous Catalysis 921 views

The Catalysis group in the Department of Chemical Engineering at Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) is inviting applications for three PhD position in Heterogeneous Catalysis.

About the positions

• Position A: The position is part of iCSI (industrial Catalysis Science and Innovation), a Centre for Research-based Innovation (SFI) funded by the Research Council of Norway and key industry partners together with NTNU and SINTEF.
• Position B: The position is part of iCSI (industrial Catalysis Science and Innovation), a Centre for Research-based Innovation (SFI) funded by the Research Council of Norway and key industry partners together with NTNU and SINTEF.
• Position C: The project is a part of Bio4Fuels, a national centre for renewable energy where NTNU is a research partner. This is a national collaboration in part funded by the Norwegian Research Council, where the goal is to develop processes for sustainable biofuel production.

Qualifications:

• Candidates with a strong background in kinetics and heterogeneous catalysis, and with good and relevant experimental skills and knowledge of central characterization methods are welcome to apply for the positions.
• Some knowledge of modelling will be beneficial.
• Applicant must have a Master’s or equivalent preferably in Chemical Engineering but candidates with a background in Chemistry can also be considered.
• Candidate should be creative, with a strong ability to work problem oriented. He/she should also enjoy interdisciplinary research and take keen interest working in teams.
• Good communicative skills, both written as well as oral are essential.

Applications:

• Apply online including CV, diplomas and certificates.
• Applicants invited for interview must include certified copies of transcripts and reference letters.
• Refer to the application number NV 24/2020 when applying.