Wenjing (Angela) Zhang
11 months ago
This position has expired. You can find similar positions from the section below or browse our positions listing pages.
PhD Position in Circular Membrane Technologies and Polymer Nanofiber Upcycling for Water and Food Industries Technical University of Denmark in Denmark
Degree Level
PhD
Field of study
Environmental Science
Funding
Available
Deadline
Expired
Country
Denmark
University
Technical University of Denmark
Suggested positions
University of Groningen
Netherlands
3 weeks ago
PhD position at the University of Groningen (ENTEG, Chemical Engineering group) in the Netherlands on materials development for electrically-driven water treatment processes . The project is part of the ECO initiative ( Electrically-driven, Chemical-free Operations ) and focuses on developing and evaluating advanced electrode materials and cell components for sustainable electrochemical water purification technologies. The research combines Chemical Engineering , Materials Science , Chemistry , ...
3 weeks ago
University of Sheffield
United Kingdom
6 days ago
Fully funded PhD opportunity at the School of Chemical, Materials and Biological Engineering, University of Sheffield , in collaboration with CHERY UK (OMODA & JAECOO UK Limited) . The project is titled AI-Assisted Dynamic Life Cycle Assessment and Circularity Benchmarking for Next-Generation Vehicles and focuses on combining artificial intelligence , dynamic life cycle assessment (LCA) , and circular economy strategies to improve the sustainability of next-generation vehicles. This is a 3.5-yea...
6 days ago
RMIT University
Australia
1 month ago
PhD opportunity at RMIT University on Electrochemical Recycling of Permanent Magnets for Sustainable Energy Materials . This project sits within an active Quad Clean Energy Supply Chain Diversification Project and focuses on recovering critical rare-earth elements , supporting circular-economy approaches, and strengthening resilient clean-energy supply chains. The research is highly relevant to Materials Science , Chemistry , Chemical Engineering , and Environmental Science , with opportunities ...
1 month ago
University of Birmingham
United Kingdom
2 weeks ago
University of Birmingham is advertising a Research Fellow in Battery Materials Recycling within the College of Engineering and Physical Sciences and the School of Metallurgy and Materials in Edgbaston, Birmingham, UK. This fixed-term post is part of HERMES (Hazardous Energy Recycling: Methods for Emerging Specialist Chemistries), a 30-month Innovate UK -funded project led by Recyclus Group Ltd in partnership with the University of Birmingham. The project focuses on developing and validating safe...
2 weeks ago
Reza Hedayat
Colorado School of Mines
United States
3 weeks ago
Colorado School of Mines is hiring Postdoctoral Fellows focused on sustainable construction materials derived from mine tailings and residual materials from critical mineral recovery . The research includes three main tracks: SCMs and concrete , lightweight aggregates and concrete , and geopolymer bricks . The post is especially relevant for researchers with backgrounds in cementitious materials , concrete durability , alternative binders , ceramics , industrial byproducts , mine tailings , and ...
3 weeks ago
Keywords
About this position
This fully funded PhD position at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU) offers an exciting opportunity to advance circular membrane technologies by transforming membrane waste into functional polymer nanofiber membranes for water and food industry applications. The project is part of the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Doctoral Network UP2MEM, a European training network dedicated to developing advanced membrane technologies for sustainable industrial use. As a PhD student, you will engage in highly interdisciplinary research, gaining expertise in sustainable material design, membrane technologies, prospective life cycle assessment (pLCA), and industrial innovation.
The research will focus on analyzing polymer membrane waste, developing electrospinning methods to produce nanofiber membranes, and evaluating their performance in water treatment and food production. You will collaborate closely with other PhD candidates and researchers within the UP2MEM network, including those at DTU working on environmental hotspot identification and improvement strategies through LCA. The position involves secondments at industry partners and research stays at partner universities, providing a broad European research experience. DTU Sustain, the host department, is one of Europe's largest university departments specializing in environmental and resource engineering, with a strong commitment to developing sustainable technologies and solutions.
The department boasts a diverse staff and fosters an inclusive, knowledge-sharing environment. The PhD position is fully funded for three years, with salary and terms based on the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations' collective agreement. Applicants must hold a two-year master's degree (or equivalent) in relevant fields such as material science, environmental engineering, chemistry, chemical engineering, or mechanical engineering.
Experience with polymer materials, membranes, or waste materials is advantageous, as is prior participation in EU-funded or international research collaborations. MSCA mobility rules apply, restricting candidates who have resided or worked in Denmark for more than 12 months in the past three years. The application process requires submission of a cover letter, CV, transcripts, and diplomas in English as a single PDF file via the online portal by 15 December 2025. DTU offers a vibrant international research environment, support for relocation, and opportunities for professional development.
For further information, contact Dr. Wenjing (Angela) Zhang or Dr. Anders Damgaard at DTU Sustain.
Funding details
Available
What's required
Applicants must hold a two-year master's degree (120 ECTS points) or a similar degree with an academic level equivalent to a two-year master's degree in material science and engineering, environmental engineering, chemistry, chemical engineering, or mechanical engineering. Experience with polymer materials, membranes, or waste materials is advantageous. Prior experience in EU-funded or other international research collaborations is preferred. Candidates must not have resided or carried out main activities in Denmark for more than 12 months in the three years immediately before the call deadline, per MSCA rules. A proactive and independent work style, collegial and open mindset, and interest in contributing to a positive, inclusive, and knowledge-sharing research environment are valued. Applications must include a cover letter, CV, grade transcripts, and BSc/MSc diploma (in English) with official grading scale description. You may apply prior to obtaining your master's degree but cannot begin before having received it.
ApplyKite TwinLearns as you applyMake your next move.
Prepare your application
Review drafts and confirm requirements with the university.
Professors
Dr. at Technical University of Denmark
Denmark
Research Interests
Environmental Sustainability
Chemical Engineering
Materials Science
Life Cycle Assessment
Food Industry
Dr. at Technical University of Denmark
Denmark
Research Interests
Environmental Sustainability
Environmental Chemistry
Life Cycle Assessment
Sustainable Materials
Wastewater Treatment
ApplyKite TwinLearns as you applyMake your next move.
Prepare your application
Review drafts and confirm requirements with the university.