PhD/Postdoc: Sustainable Critical Minerals & Value Chains

International Society for Industrial Ecology; Southwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A research organization in Canada is seeking PhD and Postdoctoral Fellows for projects focusing on critical minerals and sustainability practices in electric vehicle technology. Selected candidates will contribute to innovative research on resource efficiency, circularity pathways, and sustainability standards. Applicants should have a strong background in relevant engineering or environmental fields and be proficient in analytical methods. Please include a detailed CV and research experience in your application.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated research experience in relevant fields.
• Ability to apply methods like material flow analysis, life cycle assessment, and techno-economic feasibility assessment.

Responsibilities

• Join projects on sustainability of metals and minerals value chains.
• Address critical mineral circularity pathways for electric-vehicle batteries.
• Support collaborative research and teaching.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Communication skills (oral and written)

Education

Background in Engineering (Chemical, Mining, Metallurgical, Environmental, Industrial), Industrial Ecology or Environmental Science

Job description

A research organization in Canada is seeking PhD and Postdoctoral Fellows for projects focusing on critical minerals and sustainability practices in electric vehicle technology. Selected candidates will contribute to innovative research on resource efficiency, circularity pathways, and sustainability standards. Applicants should have a strong background in relevant engineering or environmental fields and be proficient in analytical methods. Please include a detailed CV and research experience in your application.