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Two Full-Time PhD Positions in Hydrogen Safety and CO₂ Sequestration at Universiti Teknologi Malaysia Universiti Teknologi Malaysia in Malaysia

Degree Level

PhD

Field of study

Environmental Science

Funding

Two full-time PhD positions are funded. The stipend is RM2,500 per month for a 3-year full-time appointment.

Deadline

Nov 30, 2026

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Malaysia

University

Universiti Teknologi Malaysia

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Keywords

Environmental Science
Chemical Engineering
Materials Science
Hydrogen Storage
Carbon Sequestration
Energy Transition
Physics

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About this position

Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) is advertising two full-time funded PhD positions focused on energy-transition research.

Project 1: Hydrogen Safety & Explosion Suppression — Mechanistic Insights into the Suppression of Metal Hydride Explosions by Solid Inhibitors in Hydrogen Storage Systems. This project is suited to students interested in hydrogen safety, hydrogen storage systems, explosion suppression, and mechanistic analysis.

Project 2: Biochar Modification for CO₂ Sequestration — Unveiling the Mechanistic Impact of Sequential Triple Modifications on Biochar Properties: Advancing Theoretical Insights into CO₂ Sequestration Efficiency. This project is suited to students interested in biochar modification, carbon capture, CO₂ sequestration, and environmental/chemical engineering applications.

The positions offer a stipend of RM2,500 per month and are described as 3-year full-time PhD appointments. Applicants should have a Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering or another engineering field, and should be independent, self-motivated, strong in analytical and problem-solving skills, able to work well in a team under pressure, and fluent in English and Malay (spoken and written).

To apply, prepare your CV and cover letter and email them to the contact person for the project you want to join. The post lists project contact emails for [email protected] and [email protected]. Deadline: 30 November 2026 or until the positions are filled.

Funding details

Two full-time PhD positions are funded. The stipend is RM2,500 per month for a 3-year full-time appointment.

What's required

Applicants should hold a Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering or another engineering field. The post seeks an independent, self-motivated researcher with strong analytical and problem-solving skills, good teamwork under pressure, and fluency in English and Malay (spoken and written).

How to apply

Send your CV and cover letter to the contact person for the project you are interested in. Use the project-specific email address provided in the post.

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