18 Jan 2024
Job Information
- Organisation/Company
Estonian University of Life Sciences- Department
Institute of forestry and enginnering sciences- Research Field
Engineering » Materials engineering
Chemistry » Heterogeneous catalysis
Chemistry » Inorganic chemistry
Chemistry » Reaction mechanisms and dynamics
Other- Researcher Profile
Recognised Researcher (R2)- Country
Estonia- Application Deadline
31 Jan 2024 - 00:00 (Europe/Helsinki)- Type of Contract
Temporary- Job Status
Full-time- Hours Per Week
40- Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?
Not funded by an EU programme- Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?
No
Offer Description
Applications are invited for appointment as Post-doctoral Researcher in the Chair of Energy Application Engineering, to start as soon as possible for 1 year, with an extension of an additional year, based on project outcomes
Description of the profile:
Applicants must possess a PhD degree in Materials Science, Chemistry, Engineering or closely related discipline. A good command of spoken and written English is required. Knowledge of nanomaterials synthesis, characterization and electrochemistry is a prerequisite. The employment requires characterizing nanomaterials and studying their capacity to extract heavy metal from water in dynamic mode. The redox mechanisms involved in the extraction of heavy metals from aqueous solutions using electrochemistry will be elucidated. In addition, knowledge in adsorption isotherms and dynamic adsorption models will be necessary to perform the study. The position requires to work in collaboration with private companies. Good organizational skills, ability to work with other researcher through collaborative work is essential, a strong sense of communication and self-motivation are important. Knowledge in hydrometallurgy will be a plus. The appointee will perform water and soil remediation studies using nanocomposites. Previous postdoctoral experience will be considered. References who can be contacted must be provided. Letters of recommendation are not mandatory initially, but will be required if the candidate is selected
A salary according to remuneration grades corresponding to positions at the Estonian University of Life Science in 2024 will be offered, and qualifications and experience of the candidate will be considered. Position includes annual leave and social security.
The first round of recruitment effective immediately will be till the 31st January 2024. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews. Please note that short listing does not guarantee the position.
Please send CV, motivation letter and names of 2 referees to Prof. Erwan Rauwel ([email protected] )
Requirements
- Research Field
- Engineering » Materials engineering
- Education Level
- PhD or equivalent
- Research Field
- Chemistry » Heterogeneous catalysis
- Education Level
- PhD or equivalent
- Research Field
- Chemistry » Heterogeneous catalysis
- Education Level
- PhD or equivalent
- Languages
- ENGLISH
- Level
- Excellent
- Research Field
- Chemistry » Heterogeneous catalysisChemistry » Inorganic chemistryEngineering » Materials engineeringChemistry » Reaction mechanisms and dynamics
- Years of Research Experience
- 1 - 4
- Research Field
- Chemistry » Heterogeneous catalysis
- Years of Research Experience
- 1 - 4
Additional Information
Work Location(s)
- Number of offers available
- 1
- Company/Institute
- Estonian University of Life Sciences
- Country
- Estonia
- Geofield
Where to apply
[email protected]
Contact
- City
Tartu- Website
http://www.emu.ee- Street
Kreutzwaldi 56/1
[email protected]
STATUS: EXPIRED
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