Offer Description
Context Global textile production has almost tripled since the 1970’s while manufacturers switched to synthetic fibres which now comprise 60-70% of all textiles. The end‑of‑life management of polyester, polyamide, polyurethane and their blends remains sub‑optimal at best. The development of sustainable technologies is crucial, such as the chemical recycling of polycondensed polymer fibres into reusable monomers. Mechanochemistry, which drives chemical transformations via mechanical energy, is a…
particularly promising approach to “difficult to process” solid waste like fibres that eliminates dangerous and expensive solvents.
The position:
Your mission will be to study the depolymerisation of textile fibres via a mechano-catalytic approach using two different milling technologies and different homogenous and heterogeneous catalysts. You will first convert different fibres separately and then work with fibre mixtures to achieve selective depolymerization. Rationalisation of results will be undertaken through modelling to derive mechanistic insights and guide process optimization.
This research will provide fundamental understanding of the mechanism and descriptors of mechano-catalysed reactions.
You will integrate an international consortium of researchers and benefit from a specialized training and career development plan. The work will take place at IFPEN in Lyon (Solaize, France) and includes two research stays at Ruhr-Universität Bochum (Germany) and at Syensqo (chemicals and materials company, Lyon).
About us:
IFP Energies nouvelles is a French public-sector research, innovation and training center. Its mission is to develop efficient, economical, clean and sustainable technologies in the fields of energy, transport and the environment. IFPEN offers a stimulating research environment, with access to first in class laboratory infrastructures and computing facilities.
Requirements
Research Field
Chemistry » Inorganic chemistry
Education Level
Master Degree or equivalent
Skills/Qualifications
Academic requirements: University master degree in chemical sciences, chemical engineering
Language requirements: Fluent in English, willingness to learn French
Other requirements: Liking for laboratory work; Programming skills appreciated
Mandatory requirement: Candidates should not be in possession of a doctoral degree and must not have resided or carried out their main activity (work, studies, etc.) in France for more than 12 months in the 36 months immediately before the recruitment date
Doctoral candidates will spend time two secondments during their 36 months employment contracts. Anticipated secondments for this position are:
(1) Ruhr-Universität Bochum (Germany) (2) Syensqo (Lyon)
Specific Requirements
Research Field : Chemistry
Education Level: Master Degree or equivalent
Languages : ENGLISH, Level Excellent
Application Process
Interested candidates should submit a single PDF document to ana-teresa.fialho-batista@ifpen.fr named with your full name.
- A detailed CV (maximum two pages), specifying educational background (name of university/universities, year degree(s) obtained, title(s) of degree(s)), qualifications, work experience, skills, research interests, list of publications (if any) and the names and contact details of two referees.
- A motivation letter (maximum two pages), describing the candidate’s interest in the network, previous research experience, and current research interest outlining the fit to the desired PhD Project. If you are planning to apply to more than one position in the network, please limit your applications to three positions maximum (from DC1 to DC15) and please provide a separate document detailing which positions you have applied for.
- Copy of passport or National Identify Card.
- Copies of academic certificates (BSc, MSc, and any other relevant diplomas), translated into English, including expected final grade and date.
- Proof of English proficiency, demonstrated by IELTS, TOEFL, or a university certification confirming that the degree or MSc thesis was conducted in English.
- Two recommendation letters (maximum 1 page each).
Only documents in English will be accepted.
Applications failing to include the requested documentation, who do not indicate the preferred projects or do not meet the eligibility criteria, will not be considered.
For more information about the project: https://ic2mp.labo.univ-poitiers.fr/
Languages
ENGLISH
Level: Excellent
Additional Information
Benefits
- Cutting-edge research training
- First-hand experience in a stimulating research environment, with access to first in class laboratory infrastructures
- International, interdisciplinary, and intersectoral mobility, with secondments across Europe.
- Joint supervision by leading experts from academia and industry.
- Participation in international conferences, workshops, and transferable skills training.
- Competitive salary, mobility allowance following MSCA-DN funding rules.
An attractive salary in accordance with the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Action regulations for doctoral candiates is offered.
Eligibility criteria
To apply for one of these PhD positions, the applicant must fulfil the following conditions at the day of recruitment:
- MSc degree. Candidates must hold a Master’s degree (or equivalent) in chemistry, chemical engineering or related fields. Candidates must not have been awarded a previous PhD degree.
- English proficiency: Applicants must have excellent English proficiency, at least B2 level (written and spoken).
Selection process
The selection process will be conducted in two stages:
- An initial interview will be carried out by the supervisors to shortlist up to two candidates for each Doctoral Candidate (DC) position.
- Shortlisted candidates will then be invited to a second interview with the Selection Committee, which will make the final recruitment decision.
Additional comments
The PhD title will be awarded by ENS Lyon
Website for additional job details http://www.ifpenergiesnouvelles.com/
Work Location(s)
IFPEN Lyon (Solaize)
Website for additional job details: https://ic2mp.labo.univ-poitiers.fr/
Number of offers available: 1
Company/Institute: IFP Energies nouvelles (IFPEN)
Country: France
State/Province: Solaize
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