PhD stipend in Biorefinery of Biomass Residues for the Production of High Value Compounds and Biofuels (14-22102)

PhD stipend in Biorefinery of Biomass Residues for the Production of High Value Compounds and Biofuels (14-22102)

At the Faculty of Engineering and Science, AAU Energy, a position as PhD stipend is available within the general study program. The PhD stipend is open for appointment from 01/01/2023 and is fixed for 3 years.

Job description

Aalborg University contributes to the knowledge building of the global society as well as the development of prosperity, welfare and culture of Danish society. This is accomplished through research, research-based education, public sector services and knowledge collaboration. AAU educates students for the future and activities are based on a dynamic and transformative collaboration with the surrounding community.
AAU Energy is a dynamic engineering research department in continuous growth and inspiring surroundings. AAU  Energy  has  a  very  international environment  and  covers  all  areas  of  clean  and  sustainable  energy systems  of  the  future  within  electrical,  thermal  and  mechatronic  energy technology.  AAU  Energy  has campuses in both Aalborg and Esbjerg, this position is located in Esbjerg.
The mission is to be world leading in both research and research-based education of the energy engineers of the future.  AAU  Energy  has  approx. 300  employees  of  many  nationalities,  of  which  25  are  administrative staff. In addition, AAU Energy constantly has approx. 50-70 guest researchers from around the world.
Research  and  teaching  are  in  the  absolute  world  elite  in  the  field  of energy,  and  we  have  extensive  and leading  workshop  and  laboratory facilities,  where  research  and  innovation  are  carried  out  in  direct collaboration with industry to a great extent.
The position is offered in relation to the research program "Bioenergy and Bioproducts" and the PhD Student will be positioned to the Esbjerg section.
This PhD position will focus on biorefining of circular biomasses with focus on the two different circular feedstocks: Organic Fraction of Municipal Solid Waste (OFMSW) and straw fraction of Halophyte crops. Different fractionation methods will be optimized for the two feedstocks. For the OFMSW enzymatic hydrolysis coupled with yeast fermentation will be optimized for the production of lipids (to biofuels), protein, and chitin. From the halophyte straw up-stream extraction of high value bioactives will be coupled with utilization of the resulting fibers for e.g. biofuels.
The applicant must provide and upload a proper project description, which describes the applicants initial thoughts and ideas related to the specific project applied for. This includes a brief state-of-the-art (including short list of references), a time schedule and how the applicant intends to shed light on the project objectives. The project description should have a length of 4-5 pages.
The candidate should have a MSc degree in Bioengineering, Chemical Engineering, or (Bio)Energy Technology. The candidate should have experience with chemical characterization of biomasses and biomass fractions (e.g. carbohydrates, protein, lipids) using HPLC, GC-MS, ICP-MS, Dumas Flash, ect. The candidate should furthermore have experience with biomass fractionation methods such as extraction, pretreatment, hydrolysis, and fermentation. 
You may obtain further professional information from Professor Mette Hedegaard Thomsen, +45 93562196, [email protected] .

PhD stipends are allocated to individuals who hold a Master's degree. PhD stipends are normally for a period of 3 years. It is a prerequisite for allocation of the stipend that the candidate will be enrolled as a PhD student at the Doctoral School of Engineering and Science in accordance with the regulations of Ministerial Order No. 1039 of August 27, 2013 on the PhD Programme at the Universities and Certain Higher Artistic Educational Institutions. According to the Ministerial Order, the progress of the PhD student shall be assessed at regular points in time.
Shortlisting will be applied. This means that subsequent to the deadline for applications the head of department supported by the chair of the assessment committee will select candidates for assessment. All applicants will be informed whether they will be assessed or not.
For further information about stipends and salary as well as practical issues concerning the application procedure contact Mr. Svend Hansen, The Doctoral School at The Faculty of Engineering and Science, email: [email protected] ,  phone: +45 9940 7527.
For more information of The Doctoral School of Engineering and Science: www.phd.engineering.aau.dk  
Read more about AAU at www.aau.dk .
Read more about the AAU Energy at www.energy.aau.dk . 

The application is only to be submitted online by using the "Apply online" button below.
AAU wishes to reflect the diversity of society and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background or belief.

Agreement

Appointment and salary as a PhD fellow are according to the Ministry of Finance Circular of 28 June 2019 on the Collective Agreement for Academics in Denmark, Appendix 5, regarding PhD fellows, and with the current Circular of 11 December 2019 on the employment structure at Danish universities.

Vacancy number

14-22102

Deadline

05/12/2022

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