PhD student in "Developing and Enabling Biomass-to-Chemicals Industry in the UK: Integrating Ma[...]

International Society for Industrial Ecology; Bath; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A research institution in the UK is seeking a motivated PhD student to join a project aimed at developing a biomass-to-chemicals industry. The role includes integrating material flow analysis and value chain modelling to foster sustainability in the chemical sector. Candidates should have a strong background in chemical engineering or related fields. This fully funded opportunity will last 3.5 years and is open to home and overseas students.

Qualifications

• Strong background in chemical engineering or sustainability-related fields.
• Experience or interest in material flow analysis and optimisation techniques.
• Enthusiasm for whole-systems thinking and interdisciplinary research.

Responsibilities

• Develop strategies for a biomass-to-chemicals industry in the UK.
• Integrate Material Flow Analysis and Value Chain Modelling.
• Contribute to policy and business solutions for sustainability.

Skills

Chemical engineering

Process systems engineering

Sustainability-related fields

Material flow analysis

Value chain modelling

Optimisation techniques

Education

Relevant Master's degree

Job description

PhD student in "Developing and Enabling Biomass-to-Chemicals Industry in the UK: Integrating Material Flow Analysis and Supply Chain Modelling Approaches"

I’m excited to share a fully funded PhD opportunity at the University of Bath and to recruit my first PhD student to join my exciting research group and fellowship journey! Please share this post and help spread the word to anyone who may be interested in this position!

PhD Opportunity Overview

Are you passionate about sustainability, the circular economy, and the future of chemicals? Join this collaborative project led by me, Stephen Salve Doliente, Ph.D., and co‑supervised by Rick Lupton as we contribute to the transition of the UK’s chemical industry from a fossil‑based to a low‑carbon sector by exploring the role of biomass valorisation through advanced systems modelling.

This PhD project will:

• Develop strategies for enabling a biomass‑to‑chemicals industry in the UK
• Integrate Material Flow Analysis (MFA) and Value Chain Modelling and Optimisation to understand system‑wide trade‑offs and opportunities across multiple sectors that use biomass, not just chemicals!
• Contribute to policy, business, and industry solutions for a more sustainable future

📍Location: University of Bath – Department of Chemical Engineering
💰 Funding: University Research Studentship Award (URSA) (open to Home and Overseas students)
⏳ Duration: 3.5 years
📅 Deadline: 30 November 2025 (Sunday midnight)

Who we’re looking for

A motivated candidate with a strong background in chemical engineering, process systems engineering, or sustainability‑related fields. Experience or interest in material flow analysis, value chain modelling, or optimisation techniques is highly desirable. Enthusiasm for whole‑systems thinking, interdisciplinary research, and tackling real‑world sustainability challenges is essential.

🔗Apply here: https://lnkd.in/edF8Qp4D
📧 Get in touch: [e-mail] if you’re interested or have questions!