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Doctoral Candidate (DC9) – Optimization of eucalyptus fibres for new ENDURE products
ENDURE, a Marie Skłodowska-Curie Doctoral Network, is seeking a doctoral candidate for the project "Optimization of eucalyptus fibres for new ENDURE products". The successful candidate will be hosted by Instituto Tecnológico de Aragón (ITA) and enrol in the doctoral program at UNIZAR, primarily based at ITA in Zaragoza with research stays across partner institutions in Europe.ResponsibilitiesApply the Safe and Sustainable by Design (SSbD) methodology to the entire moulded fibre product (MFP) process, including recycling options.Optimize industrial processes such as ECF (Elemental Chlorine Free), TCF (Totally Chlorine Free), refining, additives, and drying to enhance properties of fibre-based materials from virgin eucalyptus kraft fibres and recycled sources (secondary fibres, wheat straw waste).Analyse and apply commercial coatings with lower environmental impact and industrial potential.Contribute to producing a new 3D moulded fibre product with improved performance in a pilot plant.Conduct laboratory experiments complemented by pilot plant trials to support preliminary industrial implementation.QualificationsMaster’s degree (120 ECTS) or equivalent in Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Technology Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Pulp and Paper Science, or related field.Strong interest in sustainable industrial processes and fibre‑based materials.Experience in pulp and paper technology and science.Knowledge of papermaking chemistry.Background in mechanics of materials, sustainability, and techno‑economic assessments.Interest in interdisciplinary collaboration and potential for laboratory work.Good communication skills in English, both written and spoken (minimum B2 level).Eligibility & RequirementsMust not have resided or carried out main activity in Spain for more than 12 months in the 36 months immediately preceding recruitment.Eligible candidates must be within the first 4 years of their research career and have not been awarded a doctoral degree.Doctoral students should be goal‑oriented, persevering, and able to pursue their work independently, collaborate with others, communicate technical concepts, and analyse complex issues.Offer
36‑month contract under the Marie Skłodowska‑Curie Doctoral Networks program. Competitive salary includes mobility and, where applicable, family allowances. Candidates benefit from high‑level doctoral training at UNIZAR and participate in international networking and training activities with academic and industrial partners.ApplicationCV including relevant professional experience and knowledge.Application letter (maximum 2 pages) describing why you want to pursue research studies, your academic interests and how they relate to previous studies and future goals.Copies of diplomas, grades from previous university studies and certificates for fulfilled language requirements. Translations into English or Spanish if original documents are not issued in those languages. Certify copies of originals.Representative publications or technical reports. For longer documents provide a summary (abstract) and a web link to the full text.Applications must be received by the last closing date at midnight, CET/CEST (Central European Time). Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an online interview.For further information, contact Dr. Pablo González at ITA.#J-18808-Ljbffr
