Nicholas Ballard
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PhD Fellowship in Polymer Science and Chemical Engineering (POLYMAT & IPREM Cotutela) Basque Center for Macromolecular Design and Engineering POLYMAT Fundazioa in Spain
Degree Level
PhD
Field of study
Chemistry
Funding
Available
Deadline
Expired
Country
Spain
University
Basque Center for Macromolecular Design and Engineering, POLYMAT Fundazioa

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This PhD Fellowship is a unique joint scholarship opportunity within the cotutela framework between the Basque Center for Macromolecular Design and Engineering (POLYMAT Fundazioa) and IPREM, as part of the European POCTEFA 2025 project. The position is based in Donostia-San Sebastián, Spain, and offers a dynamic research environment at the forefront of polymer science and chemical engineering.
The successful candidate will join a collaborative team working on advanced topics in macromolecular design, polymerization modeling, and the application of machine learning techniques to polymer science. The research will be supervised by Prof. Nicholas Ballard and Dr. Shaghayegh Hamzehlou, both recognized experts in the field. The project is ideal for highly motivated students with a strong background in polymers, and it provides the opportunity to work across two leading European research institutions.
Applicants must hold a Master’s degree in Polymer Science, Chemical Engineering, or a closely related discipline. Experience with programming languages such as Python or Matlab, as well as familiarity with modeling polymerization processes or machine learning, is highly desirable. Proficiency in written and spoken English is required, and shortlisted candidates will be interviewed as part of the selection process.
The fellowship is fully funded as part of the POCTEFA 2025 project, though specific stipend and tuition details are not provided in the announcement. The successful candidate will be expected to conduct original research, publish scientific papers, and complete a PhD thesis. The application deadline is February 1, 2026, but applications will be reviewed as they are received.
To apply, candidates should prepare a single PDF containing a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a brief description of previous research, contact details for two academic referees, and transcripts of BSc and MSc studies. Applications should be sent via email to Prof. Nicholas Ballard or Dr. Shaghayegh Hamzehlou. For more information about the institutions, visit POLYMAT and IPREM.
This is an excellent opportunity for aspiring researchers in polymer science and chemical engineering to advance their careers in a stimulating international environment.
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What's required
Applicants must hold a Master’s degree (or equivalent) in Polymer Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related field. A strong background in polymers is required. Experience in programming (Python, Matlab, etc.), modeling polymerization processes, or using machine learning techniques is highly desirable. Good command of written and spoken English is mandatory. Preselected candidates will be interviewed. Applicants must submit a cover letter, CV, short research description, contact details of two academic referees, and transcripts of BSc and MSc studies.
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