Phd Position: Optimisation of Technologies for
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Are you interested in techno-economic optimisation and comparison of novel electrified processes for the large scale synthesis of platform molecules? Join the Energy & Resources group of the Copernicus Institute of Sustainable Development for this exciting PhD project
**Your job**:
Societal relevance: The transition to a CO2 net-zero society requires a major rethinking of the energy system, with coordinated, timely deployment of several technologies. Among the different sectors that need to become CO2 neutral, the chemical industry will be confronted with a daunting, yet existential challenge: to produce large amounts of carbon-based platform molecules starting from renewable energy and non-fossil material feedstocks. Given the scale of production and associated CO2 emissions, the large capital investments of plants, and the limited time available for the transition, the defossilisation of the chemical industry is a cornerstone for a net-zero society. In this pursue, two elements are particularly important. On the one hand, the electrification of the chemical industry, which is expected to play a major role in enabling the transition from a fossil-based to a renewable-based primary energy input. On the other hand, the availability of CO2-free carbon: the chemical industry must source carbon from non-fossil feedstocks, e.g. using direct air capture, where CO2 is captured directly from air. Sunsolr aims to initiate and develop novel technologies for the direct electrification (i) of chemical conversions via electrocatalysis of pre-captured CO2, and ii) of integrated CO2 capture and conversion.
Research focus: This PhD project will be embedded in Sunsolr and will focus on the in-depth process and techno-economic assessment of the different novel electrified routes developed in the other work packages, with the goal of:
- comparing the performances and overall energy efficiencies of the different approaches; and
- providing clear guidelines and targets for the different routes to be competitive with alternative technologies.
**Your qualities**:
- possess excellent understanding of thermodynamics, reactor engineering, and chemical and energy conversion technologies coupled with good mathematical and programming skills;
- have experience (e.g. in design courses during master studies) in process synthesis and techno-economic evaluation (e.g. in Aspen Plus, gPROMS);
- have experience in programming languages such as Python, Matlab, Julia (Jump);
- have modelling experience with linear or mixed-integer linear programming (nice-to-have);
- have experience with machine learning, statistics and data analytics (nice-to-have);
- have strong affinity with sustainable development;
- have excellent communication skills;
- have work proficiency in English;
- enjoy working in an interdisciplinary and international, diverse environment.
You are not sure if you qualify for this position, but it triggered your interest? Contact us at the address given below.
**Our offer**:
We offer:
- a position for one year, with an extension to a total of four years upon a successful assessment in the first year, and with the specific intent that it results in a doctorate within this period;
- a working week of 38 hours and a gross monthly salary between €2,872 and €3,670 in the case of full-time employment (salary scale P under the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities (CAO NU));
- 8% holiday pay and 8.3% year-end bonus;
- a pension scheme, partially paid parental leave and flexible terms of employment based on the CAO NU.
In addition to the terms of employment laid down in the CAO NU, Utrecht University has a number of schemes and facilities of its own for employees. This includes schemes facilitating professional development, leave schemes and schemes for sports and cultural activities, as well as discounts on software and other IT products. We also offer access to additional employee benefits through our Terms of Employment Options Model. In this way, we encourage our employees to continue to invest in their growth. For more information, please visit Working at Utrecht University.
**About us**:
A better future for everyone. This ambition motivates our scientists in executing their leading research and inspiring teaching. At Utrecht University, the various disciplines collaborate intensively towards major strategic themes. Our focus is on Dynamics of Youth, Institutions for Open Societies, Life Sciences and Pathways to Sustainability. Sharing science, shaping tomorrow.
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Utrecht, Nederland Utrecht University VoltijdAre you interested in techno-economic optimisation and comparison of novel electrified processes for the large scale synthesis of platform molecules? Join the Energy & Resources group of the Copernicus Institute of Sustainable Development for this exciting PhD project! Your job This PhD position is part of a large research project ‘Sunsolr: Electrification...
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Utrecht, Nederland Universiteit Utrecht VoltijdAre you interested in techno-economic optimisation and comparison of novel electrified processes for the large scale synthesis of platform molecules? Apply now!Are you interested in techno-economic optimisation and comparison of novel electrified processes for the large scale synthesis of platform molecules? Join the Energy & Resources group of the...
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