PHD Purification

PhD Purification of Pyrolyzed Waste Plastics PhD PhD Purification of Pyrolyzed Waste Plastics As part of the Purifiy project, we are looking for a PhD candidate on the purification of pyrolyzed waste plastics. Pyrolysis offers a promising path to valorize difficult-to-recycle plastic waste. However, harmful contaminants present in such waste streams (e.g., halogens, metals, and nitrogen compounds) can cause equipment corrosion, catalyst deactivation, and compromise product quality. We are developing and evaluating innovative technologies to remove these contaminants in-situ during pyrolysis and ex-situ from the resulting vapor and liquid pyrolysis products. Through detailed analytical studies, lab- and pilot-scale testing, and technology evaluation, we aim to identify the most effective purification solutions. PhD Purification of Pyrolyzed Waste Plastics https://werkenbij.rug.nl/vacature/phd-purification-of-pyrolyzed-waste-plastics-2267/ What are you going to do? · Investigate the structure and behavior of contaminants during pyrolysis through advanced analytical techniques · Investigate contaminant structure-property relationships to guide purification technology selection · Conduct lab- and pilot-scale testing and optimization of different purification methods Faculty of Science and Engineering Solliciteer uiterlijk: 16 August 2026 23:59 Dutch local time €3.059 - €3.881 Who are you? - You hold (or will shortly obtain) a relevant Master's degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry or similar. - You have demonstrable research experience, for example through a substantive master's thesis, research assistantship, or academic presentations/publications. - You demonstrate strong methodological and analytical skills, with experience in qualitative and/or quantitative methods and familiarity with common data-analysis tools. - You can work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team, show initiative, meet dead...