PhD Position in Solvothermal Liquefaction of Waste to Biomaterials at Delft University of Technology

Delft University of Technology is offering a PhD position focused on the experimental development of a novel Solvothermal Liquefaction (STL) process to upcycle waste into high-value, sustainable, and circular biomaterials. This opportunity is part of the national NWA-ORC project ABEL, a multidisciplinary consortium involving industry, academia, policymakers, and societal partners, aiming to address the challenge of creating sustainable biomaterials from waste for the Dutch economy. The successful candidate will lead experimental research in STL, collaborating closely with industry partners and researchers from institutions such as the Van 't Hoff Institute for Molecular Sciences (University of Amsterdam) and Wageningen University & Research. The research is highly interdisciplinary, combining chemical engineering, chemistry, materials science, and environmental science, with a strong emphasis on sustainability and circular economy principles. Applicants should have strong experimental skills and a solid background in chemical engineering and/or chemistry. Experience in waste upcycling, biomaterials, or related fields is advantageous. The position offers the chance to work in a dynamic, collaborative environment with significant industry and academic engagement. While specific funding details are not provided in the announcement, PhD positions at TU Delft are typically fully funded. Interested candidates should review the full vacancy details and application instructions at the provided TU Delft careers link. The application deadline is March 9, 2026. For further information or questions, candidates are encouraged to contact Assistant Professor Luis Cutz via LinkedIn.