PhD Position in Critical Material Sustainability and Energy Transition

2 dagen geleden


Groningen, Groningen, Nederland Rijksuniversiteit Groningen Voltijd
Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated PhD candidate to join our research team at the University of Groningen. The successful candidate will be part of the Integrated Research on Energy, Environment and Society group (IREES) within the Energy and Sustainability Research Institute Groningen (ESRIG).

The PhD project focuses on demand management solutions to mitigate the critical material impacts of the energy transition. The candidate will work on modeling dynamic demand for critical materials in multiple energy decarbonization and transportation electrification scenarios, identifying primary technological and societal factors that drive changes in demand patterns for critical materials, and developing integrated approaches that satisfy energy and mobility requirements while minimizing the need for critical materials and their environmental footprints.

The PhD learning experience includes multidisciplinary data analysis, modeling, and empirical research, as well as soft skills such as teamwork, high-impact writing, visual and oral presentation, networking, and career development.

The University of Groningen is a dynamic and innovative institution of higher education offering high-quality teaching and research. The Faculty of Science and Engineering is the largest faculty within the University, offering first-rate education and research in a wide range of science and engineering subject areas.

Qualifications
  • A MSc degree in Science or Engineering discipline, preferably Environmental, Geographical, Geological, Energy, Chemical, Mechanical, and Earth System
  • Proficiency in both writing and oral presentation skills in English
  • Strong team player who works efficiently both independently and collaboratively
  • General data collection, modeling, and analytics, and programming skills (R/Python/Matlab), knowledge of artificial intelligence methods is a plus
  • Desirable theoretical and practical expertise in research about critical material, energy transition, climate change or other relevant topics, exemplified by a notable academic track record
  • Passion for scientific questions and interest in interdisciplinary subjects
  • Ability to think critically and systematically
Conditions of Employment
  • A salary of € 2,770 gross per month in the first year, up to a maximum of € 3,539 gross per month in the fourth and final year for a full-time working week
  • A full-time position (1.0 FTE)
  • A holiday allowance of 8% gross annual income
  • An 8.3% end-of-the-year allowance
  • A position for four years; first, you will get a temporary position of one year with the option of renewal for another three years; prolongation of the contract is contingent on sufficient progress in the first year to indicate that successful completion of the PhD thesis within the contract period is to be expected


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