IMDEA Energy is opening a Predoctoral Researcher position for the Systems Analysis Unit, looking for talented and motivated candidates to work on modelling, simulation, sustainability assessment and optimisation of systems for the production of sustainable aviation fuels from biowaste. This position is available in the framework of the Horizon Europe MSCA-Doctoral Network (DN) YAF “Yeast-based solutions for Sustainable Aviation Fuels” (Grant Agreement 101120389). Revise all the details of the call here 

Tasks Description:

• Modelling and process simulation of a set of processes for the production of sustainable aviation fuels from biowaste.          
• Techno-economic analysis and life cycle sustainability assessment of systems for the production of sustainable aviation fuels from biowaste.
• Optimisation of the aforementioned systems based on sustainability results, and benchmarking against reference systems.
• Dissemination and publication of research results in international scientific journals and conferences.

Compulsory Requirements:

• BSc degree in Chemical, Environmental, Energy or Industrial Technology Engineering, or equivalent.
• MSc degree in Chemical, Environmental, Energy or Industrial Technology Engineering, or equivalent. The selected candidate should be in possession of a MSc degree (or equivalent enabling the candidate to enroll in a doctoral programme) by the date of recruitment.
• Mobility rule. Not have resided or carried out their main activity (work, studies, etc.) in the country of the recruiting beneficiary for more than 12 months in the 36 months immediately before the recruitment date.
• YAF Application Form should be submitted via ‘Other certificates & documents’. You can find the application form in the call and the YAF Website 

• Knowledge of process modelling, simulation and optimisation.
• Knowledge of life cycle (sustainability) assessment.
• Knowledge of techno-economic analysis.
• Scientific publications in the field of process simulation and/or life cycle assessment.
• Participation in research projects on systems analysis.

• Adequacy of the candidate’s education to the position.
• Relevant postgraduate work experience.
• Motivation of the candidate for the position.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills (English proficiency).

Remuneration:

As reported in the MSCA Work Programme, a financial package which includes:

• Living allowance.
• Mobility allowance.
• Family allowance (if applicable).

Employer costs and other deductions will depend on recruiting host and country. Allowances are gross amounts, which means that all compulsory social security contributions (employer and employee), direct taxes, and any other compulsory deductions under national legislation will be deducted from these gross amounts.

Contract: 36 months

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IMDEA Energía, Móstoles, Madrid