PhD Positions in Carbon Management, Materials Chemistry, and Sustainable Engineering at IIT Kanpur

The Swachh Lab at the Department of Sustainable Energy Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur, is seeking 1-2 highly motivated PhD scholars to join their research group. The lab, led by Assistant Professor Sayan Kar, focuses on developing sustainable technologies for decarbonisation and environmental remediation. Research areas include carbon management, materials chemistry, catalysis, and sustainable process engineering, with ongoing projects in direct air capture, renewable carbon capture, CO2 conversion, and waste-to-wealth technologies. Applicants should have a strong academic background in Chemistry (Inorganic, Organic, or Physical), Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or related fields, and must possess a valid CSIR-NET (JRF) or GATE qualification. The lab values interdisciplinary approaches and is committed to addressing urgent climate and environmental challenges through innovative research at the interface of chemistry, materials, and engineering. The Swachh Lab is well-funded, with support from the R&D office of IIT Kanpur for carbon capture adsorbent development and the Kesavan Centre for waste-to-fuel research. The group encourages academic-industrial collaborations to translate lab research into market-ready technologies. Students interested in joining the lab are invited to contact Dr. Sayan Kar with their CV and a brief statement of research interests. The lab's research themes align with global efforts in sustainability, decarbonisation, and environmental protection, making it an excellent opportunity for aspiring researchers in these fields. For more information about the group and its research, visit the Swachh Lab website or LinkedIn page. The application process requires candidates to email Dr. Sayan Kar with the specified documents and subject line. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research in carbon management, catalysis, and sustainable engineering at one of India's premier institutions.