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Luana Dessbesell

4 months ago

Postdoctoral Researcher in Advanced Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) of Bio-based Processes and Products Aalto University in Finland

Degree Level

Postdoc

Field of study

Environmental Science

Funding

Postdoctoral researcher position for two years. Expected starting salary is approximately 4100-4300 EUR/month depending on experience. The role is supported through large EU-funded projects and Business Finland projects.

Deadline

Expired

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Finland

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Aalto University

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Keywords

Environmental Science
Chemical Engineering
Materials Science
Biotechnology
Biology
Life Cycle Assessment
Environmental Sustainability
Bioeconomy
Bioprocessing
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About this position

Aalto University is recruiting a Postdoctoral Researcher in Advanced Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) of bio-based processes and products within the Sustainable Bioproduct Innovations group led by Prof. Luana Dessbesell.

The role focuses on environmental science, chemical engineering, bioeconomy, and bio-based product sustainability. The successful candidate will work on LCA for bio-based processes and products from wood and agricultural feedstocks for textiles and packaging applications, supporting two large EU-funded projects and Business Finland projects. The work includes developing and refining LCA models, using tools such as OpenLCA, analyzing complex datasets, conducting advanced and prospective LCAs, and contributing to high-impact publications.

Responsibilities include research on LCA methodologies, environmental impact assessment, grant reporting, project management support, mentoring PhD researchers, writing peer-reviewed articles, presenting at events, and collaborating with scientists and industry partners. The position is embedded in Aalto’s School of Chemical Engineering, Department of Bioproducts and Biosystems, with a strong sustainability and renewable resources focus.

Eligibility highlights: PhD in Environmental Science, Chemical Engineering, Biotechnology, or a related field completed within the past five years; experience in LCA of bio-based products/processes; proficiency with LCA software; experience with ex-ante/prospective LCAs; ability to perform mass and energy balances; strong publication record; excellent analytical and communication skills. Preferred experience includes Aspen simulations, forest and lignin sector LCAs, and advanced methodologies such as consequential LCA, dynamic LCA, absolute sustainability assessments, and planetary boundaries LCA.

Funding and terms: This is a two-year postdoctoral position with an expected salary of approximately 4100–4300 EUR/month depending on experience. The position is available immediately and will be filled when a suitable candidate is found.

Application deadline: 25 July 2026. Apply through Aalto University’s online recruitment system via the university webpage. Submit a single PDF in English including a tailored motivation letter, CV with publications and doctoral thesis details, and references.

Funding details

Postdoctoral researcher position for two years. Expected starting salary is approximately 4100-4300 EUR/month depending on experience. The role is supported through large EU-funded projects and Business Finland projects.

What's required

PhD in Environmental Science, Chemical Engineering, Biotechnology, or a related field completed within the past five years; experience in life cycle assessment of bio-based products or processes; proficiency with LCA software tools; proven experience with ex-ante or prospective LCAs; ability to perform mass and energy balances for bio-based processes; strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals; exceptional analytical and critical thinking skills; ability to work independently and collaboratively; effective communication skills for academic and industry audiences. Nice to have: process design skills including Aspen simulations, experience with LCAs in the forest and lignin sectors, experience with advanced LCA methodologies such as consequential LCA, dynamic LCA, absolute sustainability assessments, and planetary boundaries LCA, and evidence of interdisciplinary collaboration.

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Environmental Sustainability

Environmental Economics

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Life Cycle Assessment

Biomass Engineering