Highly-Active Metal Complexes for Low Temperature Thermocatalytic Ammonia Production Monash University Malaysia in Malaysia

This PhD project at Monash University Malaysia focuses on the development of highly-active metal complexes for low temperature thermocatalytic ammonia production. Ammonia is a vital chemical feedstock, essential for global agriculture and increasingly significant as an energy carrier in the emerging hydrogen economy. The research aims to design and synthesize novel inorganic and structural metal complexes that can efficiently catalyze ammonia synthesis under mild conditions, contributing to sustainable chemical processes and energy technologies.

The project is supervised by Professor C Chong and Dr. Joshua Zheyan Soo Soo in the Department of Engineering and Information Technology. Research areas include inorganic chemistry, structural chemistry, chemical engineering, energy technologies, nanotechnology, and chemical physics. Students will gain hands-on experience in advanced synthesis, characterization techniques, and catalytic testing, with opportunities to collaborate across disciplines.

Applicants should have a strong background in chemistry, chemical engineering, or related fields, with experience in inorganic chemistry, catalysis, or nanotechnology considered advantageous. English language proficiency is required according to Monash University Malaysia's standards. The position does not specify funding availability; applicants are encouraged to inquire directly with the supervisors regarding potential scholarships or financial support.

Applications are accepted year-round. Interested candidates should apply online via the project link, submitting a CV, academic transcripts, and a cover letter outlining research interests. For further information, contacting the supervisors is recommended.