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André Bardow

4 months ago

Postdoc in Circular Plastics, Recycling, CCU and Biomass at ETH Zurich ETH Zürich in Switzerland

Degree Level

Postdoc

Field of study

Environmental Science

Funding

Full-time postdoc position at ETH Zurich for 2 years, with an initial one-year contract and extension planned. The post mentions a recently funded ERC Advanced Grant (DISC3Lab), but no stipend amount is stated.

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Expired

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Switzerland

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ETH Zürich

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Keywords

Environmental Science
Mechanical Engineering
Chemical Engineering
Materials Science
Carbon Capture And Storage
Industrial Engineering
Process Engineering
Life Cycle Assessment
Sustainable Chemistry
Circular Economy
Techno-economic Analysis
Biomass Valorization
Polymer Recycling

About this position

ETH Zurich is advertising a Postdoc position in circular plastics within planetary boundaries in the Energy and Process Systems Engineering (EPSE) Group, led by Prof. André Bardow at the Department of Mechanical and Process Engineering (D-MAVT).

The project is part of the recently funded ERC Advanced Grant DISC3Lab and focuses on building a validated discovery loop for sustainable chemical processes, with a particular emphasis on solvent-based plastics recycling. The research explores how to create a circular industry by combining plastics recycling, carbon capture and utilization (CCU), and biomass to support a chemical industry operating within planetary boundaries.

The postdoc will work on systems-level modeling and optimization of future chemical and plastic production pathways. Tasks include advancing in-house models for global production pathways of large-volume chemicals and plastics, integrating novel technologies for alternative carbon flows, and identifying sustainable supply chains using mathematical optimization. The role also involves techno-economic assessment and life cycle assessment of integrated systems, with trade-off analysis across environmental targets.

Applicants should hold a doctoral degree in chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, process engineering, or energy science & technology. Strong experience in conceptual process design, simulation, life cycle assessment, alternative carbon source technologies, and programming is preferred. The ideal candidate is proactive, motivated, able to work independently, and has excellent English communication skills.

The position is full-time, based in Zurich, and planned for 2 years with an initial one-year contract. The earliest starting date is 1 October 2026. No stipend amount is given, but the role is a salaried postdoc appointment at ETH Zurich.

Deadline: 7 August 2026. Applications must be submitted online via the ETH Zurich portal. Required documents: CV (max. 2 pages), motivational letter (max. 2 pages), transcript of records, and contact details of 2 referees. Email or postal applications will not be considered.

For questions about the position, contact Dr. Emiliano Casati at [email protected] or [email protected].

Funding details

Full-time postdoc position at ETH Zurich for 2 years, with an initial one-year contract and extension planned. The post mentions a recently funded ERC Advanced Grant (DISC3Lab), but no stipend amount is stated.

What's required

Applicants should have a doctoral degree in chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, process engineering, or energy science & technology from a recognized university. Strong experience in conceptual process design and simulations, life cycle assessment, alternative carbon source technologies, and programming is preferred. The candidate should be proactive, motivated, able to work independently, and have excellent written and spoken English communication skills.

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Petrochemical Engineering

Energy Engineering

Life Cycle Assessment

Decarbonization

Chemical Engineering