PhD in Plastics Sustainability, Sustainable Materials, and Chemical Recycling at UMass Lowell University of Massachusetts Lowell in United States

Now recruiting: a PhD student for AY 2026–2027 in plastics sustainability at University of Massachusetts Lowell. The project is centered on research in sustainable materials, chemical recycling, and circular systems analysis, making it a strong fit for students interested in chemical engineering, polymer/plastics engineering, and sustainability-focused materials research.

The post indicates that the lab is seeking a motivated PhD student with a background in Chemical Engineering and/or Plastics/Polymer Engineering. Candidates with a strong interest in plastics, materials, and related sustainability topics are encouraged to apply. No funding details, stipend, or tuition information are mentioned in the post.

To express interest, applicants should email their CV to Prof. Grace Chen at [email protected] and use the subject line: PhD applicant for plastics sustainability at UMass Lowell. The post does not list a formal deadline, so interested candidates should apply as soon as possible.