29 Mar 2024
Job Information
- Organisation/Company
Trinity College Dublin- Department
School of Engineering- Research Field
Engineering » Chemical engineering
Engineering » Mechanical engineering- Researcher Profile
First Stage Researcher (R1)- Country
Ireland- Application Deadline
1 May 2024 - 17:00 (Europe/Dublin)- Type of Contract
Temporary- Job Status
Full-time- 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
PhD Researcher in Sustainable Aviation Fuel Deployment
Four year tax-free stipend of €25,000 per annum + Academic Fees Paid (UK/EU/non-EU).
Commencing September 2024
Job Summary:
Leading to the award of a PhD in four years we are seeking a dedicated PhD candidate to join our pioneering research project focused on the deployment of Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF), in the island of Ireland and in an international context. This ambitious project aims to assess the readiness of raw materials, evaluate the compatibility of raw material availability with SAF production technologies, propose viable SAF production instances, and evaluate these instances through comprehensive techno-economic and life cycle assessments. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in driving forward international research to develop feasible, sustainable solutions for aviation fuel, contributing to significant environmental and economic benefits.
Research Environment:
You will join the Low Carbon Technologies Research Centre at Trinity College Dublin led by Profs. Mohammad Reza Ghaani and Stephen Dooley. This collaborative environment is enhanced by the Centre's strong connections with key aviation sector players such as the EU SAF Clearing House, European Union Aviation Safety Agency, The Boeing Company, Siemens Gas Turbines, Ryanair, Aircraft Leasing Ireland, and SMBC Aviation Capital, further emphasizing its pivotal role in driving sustainable energy solutions within the aviation industry. Your research will be collocated at the Trinity College Dublin SAF Research Facility @ SMBC Aviation Capital, a state of the art of research facility dedicated to SAF, sponsored by SMBC Aviation Capital, Ryanair and Science Foundation Ireland as a cross sector collaboration.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assess the availability, inventory, and economic viability of raw materials for Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) production, including their compatibility with SAF production technologies.
- Develop and evaluate SAF production plans for the Island of Ireland and Internationally, considering factors such as feasibility and scalability.
- Conduct techno-economic analyses (TEA) and life cycle assessments (LCA) to evaluate the sustainability and market potential of SAF projects.
- Engage with stakeholders for supply chain data, technology foresight and feedback on feedstock on your modelling work.
- Write comprehensive reports summarising research findings and offering recommendations for SAF deployment.
- Publish scientific papers and present findings at international conferences to disseminate the project's results.
Essential Requirements:
- A first or upper second-class honours degree in chemical or mechanical engineering, chemistry, physics, renewable energy, or a related field.
- Expert command of written and spoke English.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with a wide range of stakeholders.
Beneficial Skills & Experience
- Experience in supply chain and value analysis is an advantage.
- Self-motivated with the capability to work independently as well as part of a team.
- Prior research experience in areas related to supply chain modelling, biofuels, renewable energy, sustainable aviation fuels is desirable, but not at all essential.
- Proficiency in at least one programming language and familiarity with Python.
- Strong analytical skills, with proficiency in quantitative analysis and familiarity with techno-economic and life cycle assessment methodologies.
- Experience with or understanding of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) software.
Application:
Prospective candidates should send a two-page CV containing names and contact details of two referees and a 1-page cover letter outlining your interest in the position and relevant experience to Dr. Ghaani at [email protected] . Please quote the entire job title in the subject line of your email. The application deadline is 1st May 2024. Applications will be evaluated as received and candidates of all demographics, educational backgrounds, and genders, that show a good record of academic achievements will be considered.
Requirements
- Research Field
- Engineering
- Education Level
- Master Degree or equivalent
- Languages
- ENGLISH
- Level
- Excellent
- Research Field
- Engineering
Additional Information
Work Location(s)
- Number of offers available
- 1
- Company/Institute
- Trinity College Dublin (TCD)
- Country
- Ireland
- Geofield
Where to apply
[email protected]
Contact
- State/Province
Accessing the content to teach a course- City
Dublin- Website
https://www.tcd.ie/mecheng/research/fluids-acoustics-vibration/- Street
415, Aras an Phiarsaigh, College Green, Dublin 2, Ireland.- Postal Code
D02 PN40
[email protected]- Phone
+353897053783
STATUS: EXPIRED
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