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RMIT University PhD Scholarship

PhD Scholarship in Catalyst and Membrane Engineering for Electrochemical Co-Production of Ethylene and Green Hydrogen RMIT University in Australia

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PhD

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Chemistry

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Fully funded PhD scholarship with stipend and tuition coverage. The project offers access to world-class facilities at RMIT and CSIRO and joint supervision in an industry-connected collaboration.

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Chemistry
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Chemical Engineering
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Electrochemistry
Sustainable Chemistry
Hydrogen Technology

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About this position

🚨 PhD Scholarship Opportunity at RMIT University in collaboration with CSIRO Energy.

This funded project is titled “Catalyst and Membrane Engineering for Electrochemical Co-Production of Ethylene and Green Hydrogen from Ethane”. It sits at the intersection of chemical engineering, chemistry, materials science, catalysis, electrochemistry, and membrane engineering, with a strong focus on sustainable fuels and clean-energy chemical manufacturing.

The research aims to develop a low-temperature electrochemical route to produce ethylene and green hydrogen simultaneously. The work includes designing coke-resistant transition metal oxide catalysts, fabricating thin dense proton-conducting ceramic membranes, integrating catalysts into electrochemical membrane reactors, and evaluating performance for real-world applications.

This is a fully funded PhD scholarship with stipend + tuition. The project provides access to world-class facilities at RMIT and CSIRO, joint supervision, and an industry-connected research environment with publication opportunities and a clear 3-year milestone plan.

Eligibility highlights include an Honours or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, or a related discipline. Helpful experience includes catalysis, electrochemistry, ceramic processing, or membrane technology, along with lab skills such as SEM/TEM, XRD, XPS, GC, or EIS. Domestic applicants from Australia and New Zealand are strongly encouraged, and outstanding international candidates are also welcome.

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so early application is recommended. Interested candidates should visit the official scholarship page and/or email the contacts provided in the post with the specified subject line.

Funding details

Fully funded PhD scholarship with stipend and tuition coverage. The project offers access to world-class facilities at RMIT and CSIRO and joint supervision in an industry-connected collaboration.

What's required

Applicants should have an Honours or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, or a related field. Desired experience includes catalysis, electrochemistry, ceramic processing, or membrane technology, plus hands-on laboratory skills such as SEM/TEM, XRD, XPS, GC, or EIS. The post seeks a self-driven, curious candidate with strong motivation to publish and present research. Australian and New Zealand domestic applicants are strongly encouraged, though outstanding international candidates are also welcome.

How to apply

Visit the official RMIT scholarship page for full details, eligibility criteria, and application instructions. Interested applicants may also email the contacts listed in the post with the subject line "PhD Scholarship — Ethylene and Green Hydrogen".

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