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PhD Position in Catalysis and Polymer Recycling for Sustainable and Circular Footwear POLYMAT in Spain

Degree Level

PhD

Field of study

Chemistry

Funding

Funded PhD position under the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions Doctoral Network SCARPA (Sustainable and Circular Footwear Training Program), funded by the European Union under Horizon Europe MSCA, Grant Agreement No. 101227206. Project duration is 33 months.

Deadline

Sep 18, 2026

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Spain

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CIEMAT

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Keywords

Chemistry
Environmental Science
Chemical Engineering
Materials Science
Catalysis
Polymer Chemistry

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About this position

POLYMAT is advertising a PhD position within the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions Doctoral Network SCARPA (Sustainable and Circular Footwear Training Program).

The project runs for 33 months and is supervised by Prof. Haritz Sardon Muguruza (EHU) with co-supervision by Prof. Steven De Meester (Ghent University). The research will focus on developing efficient and reusable heterogeneous catalysts for the depolymerization of polyurethane and polyester footwear materials.

Relevant academic areas include chemistry, polymer chemistry, chemical engineering, polymer recycling, catalysis, and materials science. Applicants should have a Master’s degree in Chemistry, Polymer Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field, plus strong laboratory and analytical skills and excellent English communication. Prior experience in polymers or recycling is preferred but not required. The MSCA mobility rule applies.

The position is based in Donostia–San Sebastián. Applications must be submitted via the SCARPA application form, and the deadline is 18 September 2026.

This is a funded EU MSCA doctoral opportunity under Horizon Europe, Grant Agreement No. 101227206.

Funding details

Funded PhD position under the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions Doctoral Network SCARPA (Sustainable and Circular Footwear Training Program), funded by the European Union under Horizon Europe MSCA, Grant Agreement No. 101227206. Project duration is 33 months.

What's required

Applicants must hold a Master’s degree in Chemistry, Polymer Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or a related field. Strong laboratory and analytical skills are required, along with excellent English communication skills. Previous experience in polymers or recycling is desirable but not mandatory. The MSCA mobility rule applies.

How to apply

Submit the application through the SCARPA application form. Review the full requirements and application details before applying.

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