PhD Positions in High-Entropy Oxides for Thermochemical Hydrogen Production University of Messina in Italy

Two PhD positions are available at the University of Messina in the area of hydrogen production through thermochemical processes, with a focus on high-entropy oxides and sustainable energy technologies.

Position 1 covers the engineering of high-entropy oxides for hydrogen production by thermochemical processes, including design, synthesis, characterization, and optimization of advanced materials.

Position 2 focuses on testing high-entropy oxides on a pilot system for hydrogen production, including experimental validation and performance assessment at pilot scale.

Eligible backgrounds include a Master's degree or equivalent in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical and Industrial Process Engineering, or Energy and Nuclear Engineering, depending on the position.

The call is part of the 42nd PhD cycle at the University of Messina for academic year 2026/2027. The official application deadline is 2026-07-24 23:59. Applicants can access the online procedure via the university portal and should follow the official call instructions.

Interested candidates are invited to send a CV and a brief statement of motivation to the listed contact email and submit the formal application through the official portal. This opportunity is aimed at highly motivated researchers interested in materials science, chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, thermochemical hydrogen production, and the energy transition.